OnePlus 13 5G

OnePlus 13 5G Price in Kenya

OnePlus 13 5G Price in Kenya starts at Ksh 112,500. The premium smartphone succeeds 2024’s OnePlus 12. It has an immersive 6.82-inch, 120Hz, HDR0+ LTPO AMOLED with FHD and 1B colors for wonderful and interactive viewing, scrolling, and gaming experience protected by Gorilla Victus 2. The glass front and back blend with the Aluminium frames to give the phone a sturdy and stylish appearance. OnePlus 13 5G has sufficient storage space, featuring 12GB,16GB, and 24GB RAM with up to 1TB internal storage supported by UFS 4.0. You get triple camera setting consisting of a 50MP primary camera supported by 50MP 120⁰ ultrawide and 50MP Periscope Telephoto for stunning and vivid photography. The rear camera records full HD videos at 8k and supports Dolby Vision and gyro-EIS. There is also a 32MP selfie camera for beautiful and natural-looking detailed selfies, which records videos up to 4k.

The phone is 5G-enabled and runs on the impressive 4nm Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 830 GPU. The phone is embedded with ColorOS 15 or OygenOS 15, based on the latest Android 15, for a personalized user experience that gives you more control over your phone with AI features. Powering the OnePlus 13 5G is a long-lasting 6000mAh Li-Po non-removable battery that supports 100W wired, 50W wireless, 10W reverse wireless or 5W reverse wired charging. The phone supports dual nano sim on dual standby mode or esim up to 5G. You also get dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and a USB C cable for charging and OTG. The phone is available in beautiful Black Eclipse, Arctic Dawn, and Midnight Ocean at Phoneprice Kenya.

Key Product Specifications

Design and Physical Attributes

Mobile Durability Redefined

Not only is the OnePlus 13 a beautiful device but it is also very sturdy. It has a glass/silicon polymer back, a ceramic guard-protected glass front, and an Aluminium frame that perfectly blends to give an elegant yet strong device. The quad-curved design and flat midframe give an ergonomic design that gives a luxe vibe. Additionally, the phone has an IP68.69 water and dust resistance rating which makes it an all-weather phone. Talking about comfort, the OnePlus 13 5G comes with an ultra-slim body that weighs and measures relatively perfectly for a handset. Available in nature-themed Black Eclipse, Arctic Dawn, and Midnight Ocean, the OnePlus 13 gives you options that fit your personality and style.

An A++ Display

If smartphones were rated today, the OnePlus 13 5G would give the perfect score in terms of display. The phone presents a wide 6.82-inch AMOLED that boasts up to 120Hz refresh rate. The 2K proXDR display promotes a high level of color accuracy, 4500nits peak brightness, and color depth. Apart from being large and sensitive, the display features next-gen Aqua Touch 2.0 for limitless use even when it’s wet. Looking for a phone that offers an immersive, viewing and scrolling experience, ideal for watching media, social media consumption, and phone-related needs, then this is the phone for you.

Performance Specs of the OnePlus 13 5G

Peak Performance Chipset

The optimal performance serves 99% of all your smartphone needs. OnePlus 13 5G serves you the right portion of this, from the new Snapdragon 8. This elite mobile platform delivers optimal performance thanks to the faster neural engine, improved CPU, and better GPU. With this chipset, you get faster gaming, better entertainment, and amazing digital experiences.

Speed + AI=Perfection

The OnePlus 13 ensures peak performance by providing you with a customizable and personalized operating system you can use to make your phone reflect who you are. Embedded are the ColorOS 15 for China models and OxygenOS 15 for international models, based on Android 15, which combines value and improved personalization to ensure you control your device. The OS provides more security, privacy, and control features for enhanced creativity and a differentiated experience. With AI you can do so much, including smarter searches and smoother digital life with Google Gemini.

Battery and Charging

A massive 6000mAh Li-Po built-in battery powers the OnePlus 13 5G, which you can rely on for your daily phone use to perform all your tasks before recharging. For charging, you get a 100W wired flash charger that ensures your phone is charged within the shortest time, and you can bounce back and enjoy your phone (1-100% in 30 mins as advertised). Additionally, the phone supports wireless charging at 50W, reverse wireless charging at 10W and 5W reverse wired charging options. Your productivity is all that matters.

Memory

A large memory space means you save more and enjoy a smooth experience. This is what the OnePlus 13 brings you. More than enough memory capacity for all your needs. The phone packs up to 24GB RAM supported by up to 1TB internal storage. The memory space is supported by UFS 4.0 which enables better prioritization and usage. Although the phone lacks an external memory expansion option, you get more than enough. And given that you can save on Google Cloud, well, you have it.

Studio-grade Cameras with Hasselblad

OnePlus 13 5G understands your need for a high-definition camera to enable you to make memories by capturing the smallest details vividly. The phone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP OIS primary camera with multidirectional PDAF supported by a 50MP 120⁰ Ultrawide, and a 50MP periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom for taking clear photos and videos. The rear camera has LED flash, panorama, HDR, PDAF, and OIS features, which enhance the quality of pictures under any setting and lighting.

The rear camera records Full HD videos of up to 8k and has gyro-EIS and Dolby Vision, which assure you of professional-looking videos. With this, every tiny detail in your video is captured to give you sharp and clear videos. With Hasselblad color calibration, you are assured of the precise color of images and videos that bring every moment captured to life.

At the top front, you get a 32MP selfie camera with Auto-HDR and panorama for vivid and natural-looking selfies. You can take dazzling and shiny selfies under any light using the front camera that captures your whole beauty in its natural element. Regarding videos, the front camera records up to 4k videos and allows gyro-EIS to enhance your video experience. Thanks to the face-unlock feature, you can use the front camera to unlock your phone.

Network, Communication, and Connectivity

OnePlus 13 5G supports a dual nano sim standby or esim network up to 5G. Making and receiving calls has never been easier, thanks to the 5G connectivity that ensures you stay connected even when the network is low. You get 2 nano sim slots for your preferred networks. You can connect to the internet using the dual-band Wi-Fi or create a hotspot for your other devices. For connecting to other devices, you get a USB C 3.2 cable for wired connection, like sharing files or Wi-Fi tethering, Bluetooth 5.4 for connecting to other devices, like audio devices or transferring files, and stereo speakers for quality calls and music. The phone also supports NFC to make contactless transactions more convenient. Additionally, the phone has an infrared port that allows you to connect to and control other electronic devices.

Satellite Navigation

When finding your way around, your phone has satellite positioning features like GPS, GNSS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, and BeiDou that allow you to navigate easily.

Sensors

OnePlus 13 has several sensors that enhance the phone’s performance. For security and privacy, the screen has under-display optical fingerprint sensors that unlock your phone with a touch. The phone also has an accelerometer, compass, proximity, Ambient light, and gyro sensors. Furthermore, you get a color spectrum sensor (CSS) for precise real-life colors for your photos and videos.

Pros and Cons of the OnePlus 13 5G

Hits

• 5G and NFC enabled.
• Sturdy modern design
• Wide immersive 6.82 inches LTPO AMOLED with HDR10+
• 120Hz refresh rate with capacitive multitouch.
• Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
• Display supports up to 4500 nits brightness.
• Has IP68 Water and dustproof rating
• High battery capacity at 6000mAh
• Supports wired, wireless, and reverse charging.
• Massive memory space variants available
• High-performance processor for multitasking and gaming.
• ColorOS 15/OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15 with AI and enhanced personalization
• Quality photos and videos at 8k with Dolby Vision, gyro-EIS, and optical zoom
• Has stereo speakers and an infrared port

Misses

• Lacks audio jack and FM Radio
• No expandable external memory

Unboxing

• OnePlus 13 5G
• USB A to C Cable
• 120W Power Adapter
• Sim ejector tool
• Phone case
• Documentations

Verdict

A phone that speaks for itself, the OnePlus 13 5G is an awesome smartphone. From the beautiful durable build to the amazing performance and cameras, this phone brings premium vibes to life. If you have an eye for class, elegance, and sophistication driven by functionality, then the OnePlus 13 5G is your device.

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