OnePlus 13R
The obvious choice
In a sea of modest updates, the OnePlus 13R stands out for offering comprehensive hardware upgrades, including new silicon, a bigger battery, and cameras that take better photos. The best part is that it still retains its value-focused pricing, and if you're looking to pick up a new phone in 2025, it may just be the best bargain around.
For
- Great hardware
- Durable design
- Better cameras at the back
- Longer-lasting battery
- Fluid software with four Android OS updates
Against
- Takes nearly an hour to charge
- No eSIM
- Auxiliary cameras aren't the best
OnePlus 12R
Past its sell-by date
The OnePlus 12R is still a decent device by any measure, but it doesn't quite measure up to the 13R. The dual-curved design isn't as durable, the hardware isn't quite as fast, and while the battery lasts a day, the 13R easily outshines it in this regard. You won't get as many software updates either, and I'd recommend getting the 13R if you need a new phone.
For
- Dual-curved design
- Hardware still holds up
- Good camera at the back
- Battery easily lasts a day
Against
- Poor auxiliary cameras
- Won't get as many software updates
- Not as good a value as the 13R
