OnePlus is back in the spotlight this week. The company is all set to unveil its next big mid-premium contender—the OnePlus 13s. Slotted neatly between the 13R and flagship 13, this one’s shaping up to be a well-balanced powerhouse. Launch is locked for June 5, and the teasers already have fans buzzing.
Expected to arrive with flagship-level firepower and a few slick new features, the OnePlus 13s seems focused on hitting that sweet spot: premium enough to feel top-end, without blowing up your wallet.
India Launch Set for June 5: Livestream Details Are Out
The OnePlus 13s will be officially unwrapped this Thursday, June 5, at 12 PM IST. The event will be livestreamed on OnePlus’s YouTube channel.
You won’t need a ticket or an invite. Just head to the OnePlus India YouTube page and tune in. The company is likely to reveal all the juicy details, including the final pricing, regional variants, and maybe a surprise feature or two.
This isn’t a global-only affair either. India is among the key markets OnePlus is targeting with the 13s, and for good reason—the brand continues to be one of the top five smartphone players in the country.
Price: Sits Between 13R and 13, Hits the Mid-Premium Target
Leaks suggest the OnePlus 13s will start at around ₹55,000 in India. That neatly positions it above the 13R (which starts at ₹42,999) and well below the flagship OnePlus 13 (₹69,999).
If you’ve been eyeing something with a little more oomph than the 13R but don’t want to splurge on the full-fat 13, this might be the one. There’s talk of at least two storage variants, with one featuring bumped-up RAM and internal memory.
Chipset and Battery Life: Snapdragon Elite and 24-Hour Promise
At the heart of the 13s is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill chip. It’s been engineered for high performance while keeping power efficiency in check. Great for gamers, streamers, and anyone who pushes their phone hard.
OnePlus has also thrown in a vapor chamber cooling system. That should help manage the heat when you’re deep into PUBG or Genshin.
Battery life? The company claims up to 24 hours on a full charge. That’s ambitious, though it will depend a lot on real-world usage. But if that number holds true, it could be a key selling point for heavy users.
One small paragraph here. The device supports fast charging, naturally.
Cameras and AI Features: 32MP Selfie Cam and More
OnePlus is taking a simpler approach with the rear setup—just two cameras. But it’s focusing on quality over quantity this time.
There’s no official word yet on exact megapixel counts for the rear shooters, but we do know the front camera is a 32MP sensor. The company is highlighting its new AI-powered features, possibly for enhancing selfies, portrait shots, or low-light performance.
Interestingly, the 13s is expected to get a version of OnePlus’s next-gen image processing engine. This means:
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Better dynamic range in daylight shots
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Sharper portrait mode edges
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Improved night mode clarity
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AI-driven noise reduction
And if you’re a fan of smooth video, you’ll like this: 4K 60fps recording is rumored to be supported right out of the box.
Display and Design: AMOLED Panel, New ‘Plus Button’, and Colors
Let’s talk about the screen first. The OnePlus 13s will come with an AMOLED display—likely around 6.55 inches—with a 120Hz refresh rate. So expect silky scrolling and punchy visuals.
But what really stands out in the design leaks is a new addition: the Plus button. It’s not clear yet what this button will do. Some speculate it might offer customizable shortcuts, others think it could be tied to AI features or productivity tools. We’ll likely find out on launch day.
On the color front, three shades have been confirmed. OnePlus has hinted at a matte black variant, a subtle green model, and a third—likely a limited edition.
A one-sentence paragraph here. All variants will feature a glass back and metal frame.
OnePlus Going All-In on AI?
Here’s the kicker. While not as loud as Google or Samsung, OnePlus seems to be quietly sliding AI across its software suite. The 13s teasers mention AI enhancements for camera, voice input, power optimization, and even app predictions.
The company might not market it as “AI-first,” but that’s clearly where it’s heading.
Some users have spotted:
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Context-aware voice assistant upgrades
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AI scene recognition in the camera app
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Battery learning patterns that optimize based on habits
We’re likely to hear more about this during the event. But if OnePlus plays its cards right, this could become a key feature area for the 13s.
