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Stuff.tv
13 hours ago
- Stuff.tv
I'd choose the big battery OnePlus 13s over other small phones, except for this one problem
Stuff Verdict Impeccable battery life in a truly palm-friendly package. The OnePlus 13s also packs flagship-grade power and takes a decent snap, but only being sold in a few markets limits its wider appeal. Pros Outstanding battery life meets rapid performance As pocket-friendly as OnePlus phones get Plus key a worthy replacement for the alert slider Cons Only officially sold in certain markets Cameras don't reach the same heights as closest rivals Introduction Does the S stand for small? OnePlus' latest high-end hero is step into the unknown for the firm, having mainly focused on big-screen flagship smartphones up until now. So much so, in fact, it's not being released worldwide. The OnePlus 13s is only on sale in India, with a spec sheet – and price – meant to appeal to that audience specifically. However, there could be a strong case for OnePlus fans living elsewhere to import one. It might be compact, but the 13s is packing a flagship-grade Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, to help it rub shoulders with far larger rivals in the performance stakes. Then there's the colossal battery, which should give it impressive staying power. Finally, the ₹54,999 retail price (roughly $650/£470) pits it against more mid-range competition like the Google Pixel 9a and iPhone 16e. After spending a few weeks with one as my main phone, I'm more than a little sad OnePlus doesn't want to offer the 13s out to the wider world. How we test smartphones Every phone reviewed on Stuff is used as our main device throughout the testing process. We use industry standard benchmarks and tests, as well as our own years of experience, to judge general performance, battery life, display, sound and camera image quality. Manufacturers have no visibility on reviews before they appear online, and we never accept payment to feature products. Find out more about how we test and rate products. Design & build: fun-size The OnePlus 13s fits the modern definition of 'small phone'. It's a teensy bit larger than the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S25; on par with the Pixel 9; and slightly smaller than the Xiaomi 15. Either way, it's still far easier to hold than the 6.7in or larger phones that are pretty much the norm everywhere else. With a flat metal mid-frame, flat screen and flat rear glass, this phone feels like OnePlus is trying hard to conform with what's popular elsewhere. The square camera bump around back is like nothing else from the firm's back catalogue, and looks rather iPhone-esque to me. Cover up the logo etched into the rear glass and even proper phone geeks are going to have a hard time telling this is a OnePlus device. That's doubly true once you notice there's no alert slider any more. The 13s was the first OnePlus phone to swap it for the new Plus key, which can be customised to do more than just change ringer modes, iPhone-style. It doesn't make a great camera shutter button, as its placement on the right side of the phone means you're likely to cover it with your fingers; I instead set it to launch the translate app while I was abroad, and the voice recorder when interviewing someone for work. This phone sits nicely in your hand, with the power and volume keys falling naturally under your thumb (or index finger if you're a leftie). I also liked how dense it feels. At 185g this is no lightweight, but that helps stop it seeming at all toy-like when you pick it up. The IP65 resistance rating isn't exactly top-tier, which is a shame, though sweat and unexpected rain shouldn't cause any problems. You could see the optical under-display fingerprint sensor as another cutback, given the OnePlus 13 uses an ultrasonic one, but I had no complaints about its speed or accuracy at unlocking phone. OnePlus gets a thumbs up for keeping the IR blaster, too; it came in handy during a recent heatwave when I'd misplaced the remote control for my desk fan. Screen & sound: small yet mighty It might be small, but the OnePlus 13s' 6.32in AMOLED display is still very well equipped. The 2640×1216 resolution looks gloriously crisp from arms' length, LTPO tech delivers a responsive and smooth 1-120Hz dynamic refresh rate, and viewing angles are excellent. The unusual 19.54:9 aspect ratio is a little at odds with multimedia content, which can make the punch hole front camera a bit distracting. I can't fault the visuals, though, with accurate colours, ample contrast, deep, inky blacks and impactful HDR. Dolby Vision and HDR10+ are both on board, with compatible content really making the most of the peak 1600 nits in High Brightness Mode (HBM). It doesn't shine quite so intensely most of the time, but I still had no issues with outdoor visibility on sunny days. It's a shame the speakers are merely average, though, with somewhat weak sound. There's lots of volume, but cranking it can't add any extra weight or body to your tracks. The down-firing driver and earpiece tweeter will do in a pinch, but I'd reach for headphones for anything other than quick YouTube clips or spoken word podcasts. Cameras: dynamic duo? The two snappers at the rear of the OnePlus 13s probably aren't the ones you were expecting. The main lens is straightforward enough – a 50MP unit with f/1.8 aperture and optical image stabilisation – but it's paired with a 2x telephoto. A lot of phones will opt for an ultrawide instead and use sensor cropping for 2x zoom, so the 13s will need to show a clear quality advantage to justify its hardware. Things are more clear cut around the front. The 32MP selfie camera has autofocus – a first for a OnePlus phone – and can record 4K/30 video clips. That's very handy for vlogging, especially when holding objects up to the camera. Stills snaps can be a little soft at full resolution, but they are wonderfully sharp once you resize them down for social sharing. Image quality from the lead lens is decent, rather than class-leading. Colours are vibrant, contrast is strong, and there's a good amount of detail on display, apart from areas of scenes in very dark shadow. HDR does a good job of preserving highlights alongside areas of shadow without going overboard like, say, Samsung. That it's on par with the OnePlus 13R won't come as a shock, given the two phones are using identical hardware. It holds up rather well in low light, too, as long as you have a steady hand for the longer exposure time. Google is still the champ here, with a better balance of light and shadow, and a willingness to let some noise into the shot in order to preserve detail. There's no macro mode here; the main camera instead digitally crops in at 2x. The resulting shots can't match rivals with proper macro zooms, being slightly soft even if colours are handled well. OnePlus has managed to closely match the telephoto and main sensors for colours, contrast and exposure. There's a good amount of detail on display at the native 2x magnification, though shots are generally softer than from the lead lens. The camera app has a 4x toggle, which crops the 50MP sensor for effective extra zoom that holds up rather well under scrutiny. Software experience: familiar features It might be aimed exclusively at the Indian market, but the 13s' version of OxygenOS isn't really any different to the one you'll find on other OnePlus phone. Open Canvas still makes split-view multitasking a breeze, even on a smaller screen, and there was a refreshing lack of software bloat following the initial setup. The overall look and feel is clean, easy to navigate, and not all that dissimilar from Google's stock layout. The only standout is the widget 'shelf' that can be accessed with a downward swipe on the home screen, which is handy for keeping the home screen itself free from clutter. OnePlus does include a bunch of its own apps, including a file manager, notes app, image gallery and voice recorder. Google's defaults are on hand too if you prefer, but doing so will skip out on some AI additions. There's a generative writing assistant in the notes app for reformatting and extending text; the voice recorder can transcribe and summarise your audio; and the gallery has generative expansion, object removal and reflection-busting abilities. They're just as effective here as any I've tried on rival phones, with most of the heavy lifting handed off to the Cloud. Then there's the Mind Space, which analyses screenshots and summaries any info, separate from your image gallery. Motorola and Nothing offer something similar. OnePlus lags behind Google and Samsung on update promises, but four years of new Android generations and six years of security patches is still a respectable effort. Performance & battery life: power by the hour OnePlus has opted for maximum performance potential by fitting the 13s with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset – the same one you'll find in the larger OnePlus 13. A vapor chamber cooling system and graphite sheet heat spreader help keep temperatures in check, so the phone's small stature doesn't hamper its ability to crunch through apps and games. Paired with 12GB of RAM, it's unsurprisingly rapid – if not quite a match for the OnePlus 13 in benchmarks. It's having to lower its clock speed a little faster to keep heat at bay, but not by much. This is still a properly fast phone, with excellent scores across the board even under sustained load. It's easily faster than a Pixel 9, and also outpaces the Galaxy S25 in many tests. That translates into impeccable everyday use, with rapid app loads, smooth multitasking, and the smoothest of animations. Games were no struggle at all, with all the ones I tried defaulting to their highest detail settings and running pretty much flawlessly. Only a few titles actually work with the 13s' high refresh rate display, but everything else consistently topped out at 60fps. OnePlus 13s benchmark scores Geekbench 6 single-core 2830 Geekbench 6 multi-core 8497 Geekbench AI 3860 PCMark Work 3.0 13,770 3DMark Wild Life Extreme 6173 3DMark Solar Bay 10,295 As much as CPU grunt is nice to have, it's the OnePlus 13s' battery life that truly impressed me. The firm has managed to squeeze a giant 5850mAh cell beneath the 6.32in screen – which, don't forget, has fewer pixels to push than larger rival phones. Simply put, I've never used such a small phone that could last as long as this while still being so powerful. A morning spent running a 5G hotspot, streaming YouTube videos, using GPS navigation and taking photos only ate 20%; by the time I got home late that evening, I still had close to 40% remaining. On more typical days, I'd sometimes still be north of 50% before heading to bed. That's better than anything the Pixel 9, Galaxy S25 or iPhone 16e can manage. While there's no wireless charging here – likely an effort to keep the price in check – 80W wired refuelling is suitably speedy. An empty-to-full charge takes under an hour, while 15 minutes is almost good enough for 50%. OnePlus 13s verdict Fans of powerful but compact phones have been relatively under-served lately, with Apple, Samsung and Google taking the lion's share and Xiaomi bringing up the rear. Now you can count OnePlus in the mix as well. The OnePlus 13s stands out from its rivals with simply outstanding battery life, and it's got serious performance muscle for such a small handset. It gives up a few flagship features, and the two rear cameras aren't the greatest pairing, but slick software and rapid wired charging go a long way to make up for it. Had OnePlus launched the 13s globally, I'd have no trouble recommending it – the battery life really is that good. If you live in India – or are willing to import – it's absolutely worth a look over a Galaxy S25 or Pixel 9 if you value time spent away from the mains. Stuff Says… Score: 4/5 Impeccable battery life in a truly palm-friendly package. The OnePlus 13s also packs flagship-grade power and takes a decent snap, but only being sold in a few markets limits its wider appeal. Pros Outstanding battery life meets rapid performance As pocket-friendly as OnePlus phones get Plus key a worthy replacement for the alert slider Cons Only officially sold in certain markets Cameras don't reach the same heights as closest rivals OnePlus 13s technical specifications Screen 6.32in, 2640×1216, 1-120Hz AMOLED CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Memory 12GB RAM Cameras 50MP, f/1.8 w/ PDAF, OIS + 50MP, f/2.0 telephoto w/ PDAF, 2x optical zoom rear 32MP, f/2.0 front w/ autofocus Storage 256/512GB Operating system Android 15 w/ OxygenOS Battery 5850mAh w/ 80W wired charging Dimensions 151x72x8.2mm, 185g
India Today
17 hours ago
- India Today
Nothing Phone 3 vs OnePlus 13s: India price, design, specs compared in detail
The Nothing Phone 3 has finally made its debut in India after nearly two years, and it's already turning heads — not just for its design, but also for its flagship-level pricing. This move has surprised many existing Nothing Phone users who were expecting a more affordable upgrade. But the company had made it clear from the start that this would be its first true flagship, and the specs suggest it means business. With decent hardware and a unique design, the Nothing Phone 3 is now positioned to compete with high-end devices like the OnePlus 13s and iPhone 16e. In this comparison, we take a closer look at how the Nothing Phone 3 stacks up against the OnePlus 13s in terms of design, performance, battery, camera, and pricing to help you decide which one suits your needs Phone 3 vs OnePlus 13s: India PriceThe Nothing Phone 3 is clearly being pitched as a premium device, with prices starting at Rs 79,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage model and Rs 89,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant. The phone is available in Black and White colour contrast, the OnePlus 13s is much more competitively priced. The 12GB + 256GB model is available for Rs 54,999, while the 12GB + 512GB variant will cost Rs 59,999. It comes in three colour variants — Black Velvet, Pink Satin, and a Green Silk version that is exclusive to Phone 3 vs OnePlus 13s: Design Design continues to be Nothing's biggest talking point. The Phone 3 sticks to the brand's signature semi-transparent rear panel but has overhauled the Glyph interface. Instead of scattered LED strips, it now comes with a new 25x25 matrix LED disc that can display functions like time, stopwatch, compass, and battery level. The rear cameras are placed in a triangular layout, a distinctive and fresh design the other hand, OnePlus takes a more subtle and compact route with the 13s. It's just 8.15mm thick and weighs 185g, featuring a metal frame and a minimalist look. The Green Silk version stands out in particular with its classy matte finish and slim profile, appealing to those who want a flagship that doesn't feel bulky in Phone 3 vs OnePlus 13s: DisplayThe Nothing Phone 3 sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate (dynamic from 30Hz), and peak brightness of up to 4,500nits. It also supports HDR10+, 10-bit colour depth, a 1000Hz touch sampling rate, and Gorilla Glass 7i the OnePlus 13s goes with a smaller but offers a solid 6.32-inch LTPO ProXDR panel. It also offers a 1.5K resolution and supports a 1Hz–120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 2,160Hz PWM dimming, and Dolby Vision. The peak brightness tops out at 1, major difference lies in form factor preference. The Nothing Phone 3 is ideal for large-screen lovers, while the OnePlus 13s caters to compact phone enthusiasts without sacrificing on Phone 3 vs OnePlus 13s: Performance and BatteryWhen it comes to sheer processing power, the OnePlus 13s takes a commanding lead. It is powered by the top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, which includes two prime cores with a clock speed of 4.32GHz, which is among the highest in the mobile industry. This is paired with 6 performance cores at 3.53Ghz. You can expect excellent gaming and multitasking contrast, the Nothing Phone 3 runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip. While powerful in its own right, it isn't positioned in the same league as the 8 Elite. The 8s Gen 4 features a single prime core and 7 Cortex-A720 cores at varying frequencies (3.0GHz, 2.8GHz and 2.0GHz). This chip is found in phones under Rs 40,000. However, Nothing is betting on its software experience and unique features to justify the premium the OnePlus 13s packs a slightly larger 5,850mAh unit with 80W fast charging and, impressively, includes a charger in the box. The Nothing Phone 3 houses a 5,500mAh battery and supports 65W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, and 5W reverse wireless charging — but skips the in-box advantage of the OnePlus 13s is its thermal management. It features a 4,400mm Cryo-Velocity Vapor Chamber and additional cooling materials on the back panel. There's no mention of a dedicated cooling system in the Nothing phone, which could matter for prolonged gaming Phone 3 vs OnePlus 13s: CameraNothing steps up its camera game with a triple rear camera setup. The Phone 3 includes a 50MP OV50H primary sensor with OIS, a 50MP periscope telephoto camera (3x zoom, OIS), and a 50MP ultra-wide shooter. Selfies are handled by a 50MP front camera, which is a rare inclusion in this OnePlus 13s features a dual-camera system: a 50MP Sony LYT-700 primary sensor with OIS and a 50MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom and EIS. The front has a 32MP shooter with both phones seem to have capable camera hardware, the inclusion of a dedicated ultra-wide and higher-res selfie shooter gives the Nothing Phone 3 a more well-rounded setup. But for most users, especially those more focused on point-and-shoot experiences and clean processing, the OnePlus cameras will perform reliably Phone 3 vs OnePlus 13s: Which one to buy?In conclusion, the OnePlus 13s comes across as a better value-for-money choice for users who prioritise top-end performance, compact design, and practicality — especially with features like a bundled charger and better thermal Nothing Phone 3, while clearly more expensive, targets a different set of buyers — those who appreciate aesthetics, unique software integration like the Glyph matrix, and features like wireless charging and an advanced triple camera your focus is on gaming and raw power, the OnePlus 13s is the phone to pick. If you are after standout looks, good performance and a clean Android experience with useful extras, the Nothing Phone 3 makes a good case despite the premium pricing. So, the choice ultimately depends on user needs.- Ends
India Today
6 days ago
- India Today
Vivo X200 FE is launching soon in India, specs confirm it's a small phone with big specs
Vivo has announced its next smartphone to launch in India is, the Vivo X200 FE. The third member of the photography-focused X200 series is a bit different from the rest, aka X200 and X200 Pro. Its specs have been fully revealed and there is enough evidence to suggest, it's a small phone with big specs, much in the same way the OnePlus 13s is for OnePlus. Clearly, small or rather, compact phones are big news again. The X200 FE puts a 6.31-inch screen inside a chassis that's just 7.9mm, that is a hair slimmer than even the OnePlus 13s which has roughly the same display size. Despite all the space limitations, Vivo was also able to find a way to fit more cameras inside this phone. It has a trio of sensors, two 50-megapixel behind wide and telephoto lenses and a third 8-megapixel ultrawide. There is ZEISS branding meaning you'll get to see tweaks and filers on the lines of the X200 and X200 Pro, though to what extent, it remains to be seen. The OnePlus 13s has only two cameras, wide and telephoto, just in case you're wondering. Vivo has also somehow managed to squeeze a larger 6,500mAh battery inside the X200 FE which is 650mAh more than the OnePlus 13s'. Vivo X200 FE also charges faster at up to 90W (versus 80W in the 13s). Plus, it is seemingly more durable with its IP68 and IP69 certifications even as the OnePlus 13s is only IP65. Running the show is ColorOS 15 software based on Android 15. Powering the Vivo X200 FE is the 4-nanometre MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus processor with 'all-big-core' CPU. How it fairs against the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite inside the OnePlus 13s remains to be seen. Vivo is using slower storage, that is a fact. The X200 FE has UFS3.1 storage while the OnePlus 13s has UFS4.0. More details are awaited. The X200 FE broke cover internationally recently after launching first in China. Vivo hasn't shared the exact date of India launch but now that the hype-train has started picking steam, it could be possibly in the next few weeks if not months. Vivo is also expected to launch the X Fold 5 in India sooner rather than later though it is yet to confirm when – or if – it is coming.- Ends advertisement
Mint
6 days ago
- Mint
Vivo X200 FE with Mediatek Dimensity 9300+ processor confirmed to launch in India: Here's what to expect
OnePlus 13s began the march for compact phones in India and Vivo seems to be in no mood to be left behind as the company is now looking to bring its new device with a more easy on the hands form factor. While Vivo hasn't yet officially confirmed the launch date for X200 FE in India, the Chinese smartphone maker has unveiled a dedicated page for the upcoming smartphone which confirms that it will soon make its arrival in India. Vivo X200 FE has been confirmed to feature a 6.31-inch display while maintaining a thickness of under 8 mm. It is also confirmed that the phone will have dual 50MP ZEISS-branded lenses and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. However, no information is yet available on the sensor that Vivo will use for these particular lenses. Despite its small form factor, the upcoming phone is set to follow the trend of having a large battery size, with the X200 FE set to come with a 6,500 mAh battery pack with support for 90 W wired fast charging. It will also have an IP68 and IP69 rating for water and dust resistance, meaning it should be able to be completely submerged in up to 1.5 metres of water for up to 30 minutes and withstand hot and cold water jets from any direction. In terms of performance, the X200 FE will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor, the same SoC recently seen on the Vivo T4 Ultra. The phone is also confirmed to come with UFS 3.1 storage and run on Vivo's FunTouch OS 15 based on Android 15. The X200 FE will be available in four colour variants in India: Blue Breeze, Yellow Glow, Pink Vibe and Black Luxe. If leaks are to be believed, the Vivo X200 FE could launch in India around the ₹ 55,000 price point. However, do note that this isn't the official price of the phone which will only be revealed during launch by Vivo.
News18
6 days ago
- News18
Vivo X200 FE With MediaTek Dimensity SoC And Zeiss Cameras Launched: Price, Specs
Last Updated: Vivo X200 FE is the new compact phone in the market with heavy internals and Zeiss Optics cameras to give the all-round package. Vivo X200 FE is finally official but not in India for now. The new X-200 series model focuses on a different aspect, and still offers a powerful hardware along with the Zeiss Optics lenses. We have seen a spurt of compact premium phones in the market recently, and Vivo is adding its name into the ring alongside OnePlus, Xiaomi and Samsung among others. Vivo X200 FE Price Vivo X200 FE launch price has not been shared yet in Taiwan and we also don't know when the phone will be available in the region. However, Vivo X200 FE is expected to be announced in other markets, including India, sometime in July, so we might have to wait till then to get more details. Vivo X200 FE Specifications The X200 FE gets a compact 6.31-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and support for 1.5k resolution. It is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. The phone runs on Funtouch OS 15 version out of the box. Vivo is offering IP68 and IP69 rating with the device which makes it extremely reliable in water and dust conditions. The phone packs a large 6,500mAh battery yet still measures under 8mm and weighs around 186 grams, most likely because of the silicon carbide tech. It even supports 90W fast charging speed which is equally important. Vivo X200 FE India launch has been tipped for July in the earlier reports and the official unveiling of the phone without a price tag suggests we won't have to wait too long. Going by these specs, the X200 FE seems to have a better battery and camera than the OnePlus 13s, while the Xiaomi 15 has covered most bases except for the smaller battery unit. First Published: June 24, 2025, 13:41 IST
