**Android Central Verdict: OnePlus 13s**
The OnePlus 13s serves as a smaller alternative to the OnePlus 13 and 13R, featuring the same Qualcomm processor and a 50MP camera, but swapping out the wide-angle lens for a 2x telephoto module. Its compact size and comfortable grip are attractive, though the design is similar to an iPhone, which may not suit everyone’s preferences. The software, OxygenOS, suffers from bugs and prioritizes AI functionalities over resolving existing problems. Despite its promise, the design and software challenges make it difficult to endorse until improvements are implemented.
**Pros:**
– Perfect dimensions
– Same internals as OnePlus 13
– Enormous battery lasts over a day
– Impressive cameras
**Cons:**
– Lacks a wide-angle lens
– Warmer than OnePlus 13R
– Questionable AI functionalities
– Numerous software issues
– No alert slider
– Plus Key has limited functionality
– Offers only IP65 water resistance
**Design:**
The OnePlus 13s sports a design that resembles an iPhone, with a flatter profile. It is compact and lightweight, appealing to those who favor smaller devices. The camera bump is minimalist, and the phone comes in green, pink, and black.
**Display:**
The 6.32-inch AMOLED display boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision, but it doesn’t achieve the brightness levels of the OnePlus 13. It features slim bezels, a 1.5K resolution, and Aqua Touch mode for operation with wet fingers.
**Hardware:**
Equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, the OnePlus 13s offers 12GB RAM and storage options up to 512GB. It manages heat effectively but may become warm during gaming. Connectivity issues were observed, likely due to the smaller body.
**Battery Life:**
The 5,850mAh battery provides more than a day of use and supports 80W charging. It does not include the silicon-carbon technology present in the 13T.
**Cameras:**
The primary 50MP camera excels in daylight, delivering vivid colors and minimal grain. The 2x telephoto lens is adequate, but there’s no wide-angle capability.
**Software:**
OxygenOS 15, built on Android 15, features AI Plus Mind for data aggregation but is hindered by bugs and aggressive memory management. Four years of updates are promised.
**Alternatives:**
Look into the OnePlus 13R for a bigger screen and battery, or the iQOO 13 for comparable hardware with enhanced gaming performance.
**Should You Buy It?**
Purchase if you seek a compact, robust phone with excellent battery life and camera quality. Refrain if you require bug-free software, depend on the alert slider, or desire significant AI functionalities. The OnePlus 13s shows promise but requires software updates to resolve existing issues.
