Next-Gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC Expected for OnePlus 13
Rumors surrounding the OnePlus 13 are gaining momentum following the recent launch of the OnePlus 12, which arrived in India equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC back in January. An early render circulating online offers a sneak peek into the alleged design of the upcoming device.
Unlike its predecessor, the OnePlus 13 appears to sport a vertically aligned triple camera setup, a departure from the circular rear design seen on the OnePlus 12. Additionally, a prominent Chinese tipster has lent credibility to these speculations, suggesting that the OnePlus 13 could indeed undergo significant design changes while also hinting at key specifications, including its anticipated use of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC.
The leaked render, shared by OnePlus Club on X, showcases the OnePlus 13 in a sleek white hue, prominently featuring a Hasselblad-branded triple camera module at the rear. Notably, the camera sensors are arranged vertically, marking a departure from the horizontal setup seen on previous OnePlus models. This visual shift hints at OnePlus’s commitment to refining its camera technology and elevating the photography experience for users.
Adding fuel to the anticipation, Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station took to Weibo to further reinforce the speculations surrounding the OnePlus 13. According to their insights, the forthcoming flagship is expected to retain a high-resolution 2K display while introducing an upgraded triple camera system. This system is rumored to include a powerful 50-megapixel primary camera alongside ultrawide and telephoto sensors, promising enhanced versatility and imaging capabilities for users eager to capture their world in stunning detail.
The OnePlus 13 is anticipated to come with Qualcomm’s next-generation Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset. It is rumoured to have an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner embedded in its display.
Notably, the OnePlus 12 was launched in India in January this year with a starting price tag of Rs. 64,999 for the base model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, while the 16GB+512GB model is priced at Rs. 69,999.
The OnePlus 12 sports a 6.82-inch quad-HD+ (1,440 x 3,168 pixels) LTPO 4.0 AMOLED screen and runs on Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. It is equipped with a triple rear camera setup, led by a 50-megapixel primary camera with a Sony LYT-808 sensor. The phone features a 32-megapixel selfie camera and is backed by a 5,400mAh battery with 100W SuperVOOC charging.