Apple’s iPhone 16 series, launched in September last year, is now available at major discount during the Republic Day Sale. This price cut brings the flagship device in line with the OnePlus 13, which was introduced at a base price of Rs.69,999. With both devices now costing the same, here’s a detailed comparison to help you decide which one suits your needs.
iPhone 16 Price Cut in India
During Flipkart’s Republic Day Sale, the iPhone 16 (128GB variant) is available for Rs.69,999, down from its original launch price of Rs.79,900. This makes it the most affordable iPhone to support the advanced AI features introduced in iOS 18, known as Apple Intelligence. Similarly, the OnePlus 13 starts at Rs.69,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant.
iPhone 16 Features and Specifications
The iPhone 16 boasts a powerful upgrade with its A18 chipset, which is based on 3nm technology. It features a 6-core CPU (2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), delivering a 30% faster CPU and 40% faster GPU compared to its predecessor, all while being more energy-efficient.
This model introduces the Action Button, previously exclusive to the Pro lineup. The button offers quick access to features such as the camera, flashlight, voice memos, translation, magnifier, and more. Additionally, all iPhone 16 models come with a new Camera Control button, allowing users to easily launch the camera, adjust settings, and take photos or videos.
The device runs on iOS 18 and supports Apple Intelligence features like Genmoji and Image Playground. While Apple hasn’t officially confirmed this, reports suggest the iPhone 16 is equipped with RAM comparable to the Pro variants, ensuring smooth functionality of these AI features.
OnePlus 13 Features and Specifications
The OnePlus 13 features a stunning 6.82-inch 120Hz ProXDR LPTO 4.1 AMOLED display with up to 4,500 nits peak brightness, protected by Ceramic Glass. Unlike its predecessor, this model has a quad-curved display for an immersive viewing experience.
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the phone offers up to 24GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. The OnePlus 13 also packs a massive 6,000mAh battery with support for 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. Additionally, OnePlus has introduced magnetic cases and an AIRVOOC magnetic charger for MagSafe-like functionality.
The camera setup includes a triple 50MP configuration with Hasselblad branding: a Sony LYT-808 primary sensor, a Sony LYT 600 telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a Samsung ISOCELL JN5 ultra-wide lens. On the front, a 32MP Sony IMX615 sensor handles selfies and video calls. The device runs on OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15, and OnePlus promises 4 years of OS updates and 6 years of security updates.
It also includes advanced features like an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, IP68/IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance, and the ability to withstand high-temperature water jets.
Which One Should You Buy?
The OnePlus 13 stands out with its larger battery, faster charging, higher refresh rate display, and advanced camera capabilities. However, the iPhone 16 offers longer software support, a comparable processor, seamless AI features, and the premium iOS ecosystem.