UAE Price
AED 1,450
India Price
₹42,999
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Smartphone · OPPO · 2024
The Oppo Reno13 256GB is OPPO's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.59 inches, 105.6 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5600 mAh battery. At AED 1,450 in the UAE and ₹42,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Oppo Reno13 256GB excels with its 3840Hz PWM dimming for flicker-free AMOLED viewing, 80W wired charging that refills the battery in under 30 minutes, and a 120Hz 1B-color display with 1200-nits peak brightness—ideal for outdoor clarity. It targets heavy social media creators and commuters needing fast charging and vibrant, eye-friendly screens during long transit. Its weakness? The Dimensity 8350, while efficient, struggles under sustained 90fps gaming loads, throttling after 15 minutes. In UAE at AED 1450, it’s competitive because it outpaces rivals like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ in charging speed and display smoothness at this price. In India at ₹42999, it’s overpriced—competing against the Realme GT 5 Pro with better thermals and 200MP camera for just ₹5000 more. The Reno13 delivers premium display and charging, but the chipset and camera compromise its edge in a market saturated with superior alternatives.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 5600 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired, PD, UFCS 33W, PPS 33W Reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5600 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, multi-directional, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 115˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 50 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), 1/2.75", AF |
| Features | Panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 157.9 x 74.7 x 7.2 mm (6.22 x 2.94 x 0.28 in) |
| Weight | 181 g (6.38 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), aluminum alloy frame, glass back |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.59 inches, 105.6 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1256 x 2760 pixels (~460 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs level 4 |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Plume White, Luminous Blue, Black, Purple, Blue |
| Models | CPH2689, PKM110 |
| Price | ₹ 37,998 / £ 319.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1378614 (v10) GeekBench: 4208 (v6) 3DMark: 2868 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1204 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -24.7 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 16:50h |
| Energy | Class A |
| Battery | 64:19h endurance, 1600 cycles |
| Free fall | Class C (120 falls) |
| Repairability | Class B |
| Announced | 2024, November 25 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, November 29 |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.20 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Mali G615-MC6 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Reno13.
It may still be a solid value if you prioritize smooth daily performance and reliable software updates, but newer models will likely offer better features by then. Consider it only if you find it at a significantly discounted price.
The Oppo Reno13 256GB is priced at AED 1450 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Oppo Reno13 256GB is priced at ₹42999 in India. It is available through official Oppo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in daylight with accurate colors and fast autofocus. Low-light shots are improved with AI enhancements, though fine details can soften in very dim conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including social media, streaming, and browsing. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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