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OnePlus 13

Name: OnePlus 13
Brand: OnePlus

Highly rated

Average of 7 professional reviews

7 of 7 recommend it · broad agreement

Where the 7 reviews landedRange 79–95

5060708010088 avg

Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 87.7 · 6 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 89

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7 professional reviewers tested the OnePlus 13, and 7 recommend it. Most praised: battery life and performance. Most common complaint: price.

Reviewed by Expert Reviews, TechRadar, Tom's Guide and 4 more

The catch: Software update support is shorter than Samsung and Google offer.

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What 7 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100

95
Expert ReviewsThe outlet's top rating, counted as 95 · Hands-on review · 2025
OnePlus delivers its most competitive flagship yet, with outstanding speed, battery life and a lovely display.
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90
TechRadarHands-on review · 2025
The reviewer could barely fault the phone, praising record-setting battery life, extremely fast charging, and a superb display and design.
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90
Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2025
Presented as the best-value Android flagship, with much-improved cameras, a great screen and strong battery.
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90
Tech AdvisorHands-on review · 2025
An excellent all-rounder with standout battery life, quick charging and enjoyable software.
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90
The DisconnektHands-on review · 2025
A very powerful flagship with long battery life, very fast charging and good value, dented by short update support and weak low-light photos.
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80
Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2025
A powerful, long-lasting and fast-charging flagship with a brilliant display and versatile cameras.
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79est.
ShortCircuitNo printed score · Video review · 2024
The OnePlus 13 is a powerful flagship device with an excellent display and impressive battery life.
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ShortCircuit on YouTube ↗Counted in the score: 79

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What critics praise most

Battery life7 of 7

Performance6 of 7

Picture quality5 of 7

What critics dislike most

Price3 of 7

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Common questions

Is the OnePlus 13 worth it?

Most critics think so: 7 of 7 recommend it. Software update support is shorter than Samsung and Google offer.

Do critics agree about the OnePlus 13?

Broad agreement: scores range from 79 (ShortCircuit) to 95 (Expert Reviews), a spread of 16 points across 7 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What do critics dislike about the OnePlus 13?

Price (3 of 7 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the OnePlus 13?

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.