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OnePlus 12 vs OnePlus 13

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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OnePlus 12
· 2024

OnePlus 12

$799
89.3/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
89.3
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera91/100
Battery90/100
OnePlus 13
· 2025

OnePlus 13

$899
90.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
90.0
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera91/100
Battery100/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy OnePlus 12:
  • ✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $899)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.82" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy OnePlus 13:
  • ✓10g lighter chassis (210g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓Larger 6,000 mAh battery capacity (+600 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationOnePlus 12OnePlus 13
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechLTPO AMOLEDLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6.82"6.82"
Resolution & Density3168x1440 (510 ppi)3168x1440 (510 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness4,500 nits peak4,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB12 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony LYT-80850 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony LYT-808
Telephoto Zoom64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.6, OIS50 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.6, OIS
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.250 MP, f/2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/2.432 MP, f/2.4
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions164.3 x 75.8 x 9.15 mm162.9 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm
Weight220 g210 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP65IP69
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,400 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging100W wired fast charging100W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless charging50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.45.4
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$799$899
Editorial Lab Verdict

OnePlus 13 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, OnePlus 13 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy OnePlus 12:
More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB · Lower launch price: $799 (save $100)
When to buy OnePlus 13:
Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.3 · Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+600 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: OnePlus 12 vs OnePlus 13

Which phone is better: OnePlus 12 or OnePlus 13?

OnePlus 13 leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.0/100 compared to OnePlus 12 (89.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.3 and Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+600 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 13?

OnePlus 12 is equipped with a 6.82-inch display and 5400 mAh battery, while OnePlus 13 features a 6.82-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 13?

In lab hardware evaluations, OnePlus 12 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while OnePlus 13 scores 91/100.

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