Style is lost, but substance makes up for it

The OnePlus "R" series smartphones have gained a reputation for providing exceptional value over the years, and the company proudly refers to them as "flagship killers."

Last year, when I evaluated the OnePlus 12R, I was really impressed and thought it was one of the best phones I've ever used. However, the OnePlus 13R falls short in several areas, and not in the manner you may expect.

Does that imply that the phone is a terrible one? No, it's a little more complicated than that. In this thorough review of the OnePlus 13R, which I've been using for about two months, let me explain