Il OnePlus 13 is all set to launch in China on October 31st and its global release is expected soon. In this regard, the device has appeared in the database of the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with model number CPH2655, suggesting that a U.S. and global release could be imminent. This FCC certification suggests an accelerated timeline for a global launch, possibly later this year.
OnePlus 13 Global Certified by FCC: Flagship with Snapdragon 8 Elite Ever Closer
FCC certification reveals that the OnePlus 13 Global will feature OxygenOS 15.0, based on Android 15, giving users access to the latest features and security updates. The phone will also offer leather and glass back options, in line with OnePlus’s recently released design images. If OnePlus follows its typical schedule, a global launch could happen within two months of the China release, meaning an international rollout could happen as early as late 2024.
The OnePlus 13 will be one of the first devices to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a high-performance SoC that beat the Apple A18 Pro in Geekbench tests. With an all-big-core design, the Snapdragon 8 Elite promises significant improvements in multitasking and processing speed, while also improving both performance and power efficiency. According to Qualcomm, the chipset also offers significant gains in power efficiency, making it ideal for high-performance tasks like gaming and multimedia, while also helping to extend battery life.
Early leaks have revealed some impressive specs for the OnePlus 13. It will have a 6,7 inch LTPO AMOLED display from BOE, offering HDR10+ support, Dolby Vision and eye protection technologies certified by TUV RheinlandThe device will be powered by a battery 6.000mAh, supporting the 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
As for photography, the OnePlus 13 will include a dual-camera setup triple 50MP camera with a LYT-808 main sensor, a ultra wide angle lens and 3x optical zoom capability.
The Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 will bring significant improvements over the Android 14-based skin. It will introduce Parallel Processing for faster app loading, tools AI as Detail Boost for photo upscaling and Unblur for sharper images, and Circle to Search, which allows users to quickly search by drawing a circle around objects on the screen. These features make OxygenOS 15 a notable update for users OnePlus.