Oppo seems to be working on its next generation of upper mid range smartphones. The new devices are expected to be a part of the brand’s popular K series and could be dubbed the Oppo K13 lineup. So here’s what we can expect from the new phones.
1. Oppo K13 Series: Rebranded OnePlus Nord?
To recall, the Oppo K12 was launched as the rebranded version of the OnePlus Nord CE 4. Meanwhile, the Oppo K12x was a rebadged version of the Nord CE 4 Lite. Since OnePlus and Oppo are essentially sister companies, it would make sense that its successor also follows a similar strategy with the renaming. This would mean that the OnePlus Nord CE 5 lineup launch as a rebranded Oppo K13 series.
2. Oppo K13 with Snapdragon Chip?
In one of our recent reports, we covered a leak from known tipster Digital Chat Station who shared some key information regarding an upcoming K series smartphone. Apparently, the K13 may carry the Oppo PKS110 model number and features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC.
For those unaware, this is the same chipset as the Oppo K12. So Oppo might not be planning a big upgrade with this model and is sticking with a refresh that has minor upgrades. K12x launched in two variants that featured either a Snapdragon 695 (China) or a Dimensity 6300 (Global). It is unclear if it will also retain the same chipsets.
3. Tall OLED display
The same report adds that the Oppo K13 will sport an OLED display with an FHD+ resolution. Both the Oppo K12 and K12x in China sport a tall 6.7-inch OLED panel. In other words, the newer models could have a similar sized display as well. The global variant of the K12x released with an IPS LCD panel, so there’s a chance for an upgrade here.
4. Massive Battery Pack
We still have no idea whether the Chinese brand has plans for multiple models in the Oppo K13 series. But the base K13 has a sizeable upgrade in mind. The Oppo K12 housed a large 5,500mAh battery pack that supports 100W wired fast charging. However, the K13 could take things to the next level with a massive 6,500mAh cell.
But rumors have hinted at the fast charging being reduced to 80W wired, which is still pretty respectable. Despite this huge battery, Oppo is expected to launch the K13 with a relatively slim and lightweight design thanks to a high strength polymer composite frame. Unfortunately, this is all the information we have at the moment so stick around for more updates.
