Last year, when I got the Galaxy S24 Ultra, I thought I had finally settled into the perfect smartphone. It was reliable, packed with AI features, and offered one of the best displays in the business. But earlier this year, I decided to give the OnePlus 13s a try, intrigued by its compact design and beefy specs.
Now, after 90 days of using the OnePlus 13s (review), I can say it has been difficult for me to go back to the S24 Ultra. This is not because the Samsung flagship is lacking, but because the OnePlus 13s offers a combination of performance, efficiency, and value that feels very hard to ignore.
4Cameras – Strengths and limitations
The S24 Ultra has one of the best camera systems in the industry, particularly with its telephoto capabilities. I enjoyed using it for product photography and landscapes. The OnePlus 13s, on the other hand, offers a dual 50-megapixel camera setup, comprising a main sensor and a telephoto.
In most conditions, the results are sharp, colours look natural, and the shutter response is quick. For me, the dual setup is manageable and I rarely found myself missing an ultrawide sensor. However, for those who rely on ultrawide shots, its absence could feel like a limitation. This is one department that OnePlus may want to upgrade in the next generation.
