If you’re in the market for a ‘flagship killer’ smartphone under Rs. 50,000, you have quite a lot of choices. The most recent launches in the segment, the Oppo Reno 13 Pro and the OnePlus 13R, are two very capable smartphones. However, each offers some benefits over the other. Before purchasing either of the smartphones, go through this detailed comparison to make an informed decision.
Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Design

Dimensions And Weight
- Reno 13 Pro: 162.8 x 76.6 x 7.6 mm; 195 or 197 grams
- OnePlus 13R: 161.7 x 75.8 x 8 mm; 206 grams
Between the Reno 13 Pro and the OnePlus 13R, the former is slightly thinner and lighter than the latter.
Design
In terms of design, both the phones feature symmetrical bezels and a punch-hole screen (giving them a contemporary look). However, the key differentiators are the camera module on the rear panel and colors.
While the Reno 13 Pro has a rectangular camera island on the back panel, the OnePlus 13R features a circular camera cutout (much like its flagship sibling). Even so, both smartphones feature an aluminum frame, glass back, and Gorilla Gass 7i protection.
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IP Ratings
The Oppo Reno 13 Pro sports two IP ratings, including IP68 and IP69, the highest level of water resistance. On the other hand, the OnePlus 13R ships with an IP65 water and dust resistance rating.
Colors
- Reno 13 Pro: Mint Lavender, Graphite Gray
- OnePlus 13R: Nebula Noir, Astral Trail
Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Display


The Oppo Reno 13 Pro flaunts a 6.83-inch AMOLED screen that supports 120Hz of maximum refresh rate (with a touch sampling rate of 240Hz) and 1,200 nits of global peak brightness. Further, the screen has a pixel density of 450 ppi, with a screen-to-body ratio of 93.8%. Last but not least, the phone features Corning’s Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
In comparison, the OnePlus 13 ships with a slightly smaller 6.78-inch screen display that supports 120Hz of maximum refresh rate (with LTPO 4.1 technology) and 1,600 nits of global peak brightness. In addition, the screen has a pixel density of 450 ppi, with a screen-to-body ratio of 91.2%. Like the Reno 13 Pro, the OnePlus 13R also features Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
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Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Performance

Under its shiny exterior, the Reno 13 Pro features the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, which is based on 4nm fabrication technology. The chipset features one 3.35GHz prime core, three 3.20GHz performance cores, and four 2.20GHz efficient cores. Alongside the capable CPU, the chipset features Mali G615-MC6, up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
In our review of the Oppo Reno 13 Pro, we’ve mentioned how the phone scores 1.1 million points on the AnTuTu 10 and 1,321/4,071 points in the single/multi-core GeekBench 6 benchmark tests. Even though the Dimensity 8350 (4nm) is a quite capable processor, it can’t match the raw processing prowess offered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 on the OnePlus 13R.

Yes, the OnePlus 13R sports the popular Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) chipset, which features one 3.3GHz prime core, three 3.2GHz performance cores, two 3.0GHz performance cores, and two 2.3GHz efficient cores. Alongside the CPU, the chipset consists of the Adreno 750 GPU, up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage.
Note: The UFS 4.0 storage offers 2x the performance of UFS 3.1 while consuming about 46% less power.
In our review of the OnePlus 13R, the smartphone scored around 1.7 million AnTuTu 10 and 2.194/6,551 points in the single/multi-core GeekBench 6 benchmark tests. The chipset can also run the popular battle royale video game BGMI at 120 frames per second. If performance is a priority for you, consider investing in the OnePlus 13R.
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Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Optics
Oppo Reno 13 Pro Camera Configuration

- 50MP (f/1.8, 24mm) primary camera with optical image stabilization
- 50MP (f/2.8, 85mm) secondary camera with telephoto sensor for 3.5x optical zoom and optical image stabilization
- 8MP (f/2.2, 15mm) ultrawide sensor with 116-degree field-of-view
- 50MP (f/2.0, 21mm) selfie shooter with autofocus
- A circular flash module
Additional camera features include portrait mode, Hi-Res shooting mode, and 4K video recording at 60 fps.
OnePlus 13R Camera Configuration

- 50MP (f/1.8, 24mm) primary camera with optical image stabilization
- 50MP (f/2.0, 47mm) secondary camera with telephoto lens for 2x optical zoom
- 8MP (f/2.2, 16mm) ultrawide sensor with 112-degree field-of-view
- 16MP (f/2.4, 26mm) selfie shooter
While the primary camera can record 4K video at 60 fps, the front camera is restricted to 1080p video at 30 fps. Additional features include Nightscape, Hi-Res Mode, Movie Mode, Ultra Steady Mode, and so on.
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Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Software


Out of the box, the Oppo Reno 13 Pro runs on ColorOS 15, which is based on the latest Android 15 operating system. Its key features include a new Settings app, a faster app drawer, faster animation, and a new interface for RAM and storage management. With the Reno 13 Pro, Oppo has promised to provide three Android updates and four years of security fixes.
In contrast, the OnePlus 13R ships with OxygenOS 15.0, based on Android 15. The user interface includes a revamped Control Center, iOS-like volume panel, Live Photos, better lock screen customization options, and Dynamic Island-like notifications. Further, the company has promised to provide four years of Android and six years of security updates for the smartphone, which isn’t the best, but nothing to ignore either.
Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Battery Life And Charging Speed


The Oppo Reno 13 Pro has a 5,800 mAh battery that supports 80W wired charging. Further, the company claims the battery should retain its health for five years.
The OnePlus 13R features a 6,000 mAh battery with an 80W SUPERVOOC charging rate (charging the phone in around 54 minutes).
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Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Connectivity


Connectivity options on the Reno 13 Pro include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.4 (SBC, AAC, aptX-HD, LDAC, and LHDC 5.0), NFC, CBS, and a USB-C 2.0 port.
The OnePlus 13R supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth v5.4 (SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX-HD, LDAC, LHDC 5.0), NFC, and a USB-C 2.0 port.
Reno 13 Pro vs. OnePlus 13R: Price And Conclusion
Reno 13 Pro Price
OnePlus 13R Price
Given that the OnePlus 13R offers a brighter screen, a more powerful processor, better software support, and 512GB of storage for Rs. 49,999, it makes sense to invest in the smartphone, especially since the similarly-priced Reno 13 Pro offers 256GB of storage.
However, those who are looking for a bigger screen, a better front camera, a higher IP rating (which protects the phone against damage from moisture), and a better periscope camera can go with the Oppo Reno 13 Pro.
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