The smartphone market is about to welcome its first major flagship of 2025 as OnePlus prepares to globally launch its latest premium device. The OnePlus 13 has already made waves in China, and now international markets are eagerly awaiting its arrival with enhanced features and competitive pricing.
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| OnePlus logo representing the upcoming launch of the OnePlus 13 smartphone |
Global Launch Details
The OnePlus 13 is scheduled for its worldwide debut on January 7, 2025, at 11 PM Malaysian time. The device will be available in three elegant color options: black, blue, and white, offering consumers a refined choice in aesthetics. Malaysian retailers have already revealed that the device will be priced at MYR 4,399, marking a MYR 200 reduction from its predecessor's launch price.
Superior Water Resistance
In a significant upgrade from previous models, the OnePlus 13 boasts an IP69 dust and water resistance rating across all international variants. This certification represents a substantial improvement over the OnePlus 12's IP65 rating and surpasses the industry-standard IP68 rating found in competitors like the Galaxy S24 Ultra and Pixel 9 series. The IP69 rating ensures protection against high-pressure water jets and varying temperatures, setting a new benchmark in smartphone durability.
Premium Specifications
The device showcases impressive hardware specifications, featuring a 6.82-inch 1440p LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Security is enhanced with an ultra-sonic fingerprint scanner, while power users will appreciate the substantial 6,000mAh battery supported by 100W wired and 50W wireless charging capabilities. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and comes with a generous 16GB RAM and 512GB storage configuration.
Camera System
Photography enthusiasts will find value in the Hasselblad-branded camera system, which includes three 50MP sensors. The main camera features optical image stabilization (OIS), complemented by an ultra-wide lens and a telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and OIS, promising versatile shooting capabilities across different scenarios.
Market Position
While the flagship OnePlus 13 takes center stage, the company is also preparing to launch a more affordable OnePlus 13R variant. This model, already listed in Malaysia's SIRIM database, will maintain the IP65 rating of previous models, positioning it as a mid-range alternative for budget-conscious consumers.
