With confirmation that it would indeed be made available on Amazon India for an upcoming launch, the anticipation for iQOO 13 has reached its peak. Known to deliver high-performance smartphones, iQOO is all set to announce iQOO 13 as one of the first Snapdragon 8 Elite devices from India. This places iQOO 13 right at the center of this flagship release. The partnership continues with the brand and BMW Motorsport, making the phone more exclusive and elegant, with a special variant that's meant to entice the passions of car enthusiasts as much as tech fans. Everything you need to know about the iQOO 13 launch in India is included, such as the specs, design, estimated performance, and why this flagship smartphone is one of a kind.
iQOO 13 on Amazon India
Continuing with the trend, iQOO will sell the iQOO 13 only on Amazon India for which a teaser page is already live on the platform and great anticipation is being built up among fans. Tagged as "G.O.A.T (Greatest of All Time) Performance," this flagship, Snapdragon 8 Elite, is being accompanied by an advanced display and a battery that would further strengthen its commitment towards performance and innovation.
India's First Snapdragon 8 Elite Device
The iQOO 13 is going to be one of the first few devices in India that has inside it the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Utilising this processor, end-users expect faster speeds and good performance in gaming by gaining more AI capabilities and addressing the expectations of the power users and gamers. There is 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage for memory and storage when performing heavy multitasking or demanding applications and seems to be more than sufficient.
A New Design with a Distinctive Halo Light and BMW Motorsport Edition
The iQOO 13 is flat in design with a light ring around the camera bump that gives a futuristic look. This kind of halo light adds some aesthetic appeal to the device and also works as an indicator for notifications. A BMW Motorsport version of the iQOO 13 would be available with the typical color accents from the brand. The design features an IP69 and IP68 rating for water and dust protection, making it more resistant in various conditions.
Key Specifications of iQOO 13
The iQOO 13 is packed with premium specs, aligning with the flagship’s top-of-the-line positioning. Here’s a closer look at what it offers:
Display: A 6.82-inch 2K AMOLED panel with a 144Hz refresh rate for ultra-smooth visuals and a BOE Q10 OLED panel offering eye protection through circular polarized light technology.
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with a Q2 gaming chip, optimizing gameplay and performance.
Memory: Up to 24GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage for smooth multitasking and fast data access.
Camera: Triple-lens setup with a 50MP Sony IMX921 main sensor with OIS, a 50MP Samsung S5KJN1 ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP Sony IMX816 telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom.
Front Camera: A 32MP selfie camera, perfect for capturing detailed self-portraits.
Battery: A robust 6,150mAh battery with 120W wired fast charging, allowing users to quickly recharge.
Additional Features: In-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, dual stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and an IR blaster.
Comparison with OnePlus 13
iQOO 13 and OnePlus 13 recently launched in China. They have high-end specification devices. Since they carry the same Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, several differences will make one device more alluring for the user, depending on his choice.
Display and Design
OnePlus 13 has a micro-quad-curved, 6.82-inch BOE X2 OLED 8T LTPO screen with a resolution of 2K, 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 4500 nits in peak brightness with optimized support for visually immersive experience through Dolby Vision and 2160Hz PWM dimming.
Whereas, iQOO 13 will have a 2K resolution BOE Q10 OLED flat screen with an even better refresh rate of 144Hz with Android's very first OLED circular polarized light technology that offers great eye protection as well as 2592Hz PWM dimming. The circular ring of light around the camera is another feature from iQOO 13 by acting as a light to notify.
Build and Durability
The two devices are built really rugged, with IP68/69 water and dust resistance. OnePlus 13 boasts crystal shield ceramic glass, with a round camera module; the iQOO 13 sports a squircle camera bump with a metal frame. Both are very well built, but OnePlus adds the alert slider, which does not exist on the iQOO 13.
Performance and Battery
Both devices are powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite and packed with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, though the OnePlus 13 can go up to 24GB RAM and 1TB storage, the max for iQOO 13 is 16GB RAM with the same 1TB storage, its battery is 6,150mAh, little above the 6,000mAh battery of the OnePlus 13, and where OnePlus offers 50W magnetic wireless charging OnePlus still does not provide to its iQOO 13.
Camera Capabilities
The OnePlus 13 features the three camera with 50 MP LYT-808 of the main sensor, 50MP Samsung S5KJN5 ultra-wide-angle and macro camera along with 50MP OIS-enabled LYT-600 telephoto lens using optical zoom at 3 times. It is useful for photography enthusiasts enhanced through Hasselblad.
The camera setup of iQOO 13 contains a 50MP Sony IMX921 main sensor, 50MP ultra-wide-angle, and 50MP telephoto lenses. However, it can zoom less than others because it has only 2x optical zoom. Hence, for normal photographers, the iQOO 13 can provide good image quality with OIS stabilization.
Software and Unique Features
Although they both run Android 15, the OnePlus 13 runs ColorOS 15, while iQOO 13 comes with OriginOS 5. Alerts slider would remain exclusive to OnePlus, whereas something different for iQOO would be the light halo surrounding the camera module; more of an aesthetic feature which also serves as a notification sorter for a gamer.
Pricing and Availability
The iQOO 13 offers competitive pricing compared to the OnePlus 13:
iQOO 13 Price in China:
12GB+256GB: 3,999 Yuan (~$560)
16GB+1TB: 5,199 Yuan (~$730)
OnePlus 13 Price in China:
12GB+256GB: 4,499 Yuan (~$630)
24GB+1TB: 5,999 Yuan (~$840)
The iQOO 13 is a more affordable flagship option, particularly attractive for users looking for high performance at a lower price point.
Who Should Buy the iQOO 13?
The iQOO 13 is ideal for:
Gamers: The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, Q2 gaming chip, and 144Hz display make it a powerful gaming device.
Battery-focused users: The 6,150mAh battery with 120W charging ensures longer usage and quick recharging.
Style-conscious users: The halo light around the camera and the BMW Motorsport variant make the iQOO 13 visually distinct.
The first Snapdragon 8 Elite devices that will go into India are going to be Amazon India. With that high-performance level robust camera setup and unique design, all at a very competitive price compared to any other brand, the iQOO 13 is going to be just the thing for those willing to bet on the best Android experience.
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