OnePlus 12R vs OnePlus 13
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,844,595).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
OnePlus 13
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $899
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, OnePlus 13 — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $899 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads OnePlus 12R by 41.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. OnePlus 12R was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (83/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12R or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.