OPPO K13s and K13x Launched in China: Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, Dimensity 6300, and Military-Grade Protection

OPPO has expanded its K series lineup in China with the launch of the K13s and K13x. Both devices arrive just days after the F31 Pro+ launch in India, and while the naming is different, much of the hardware is the same.

The K13s: A Rebranded F31 Pro+ with a Few Tweaks

The K13s is essentially the F31 Pro+ under a new name. It packs a 6.8-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and peaks at 1600 nits of brightness. Under the hood, it’s powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

The phone leans heavily on its durability claims, boasting MIL-STD-810H certification and IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings. For photography, there’s a 50MP main camera with OIS, a depth sensor, and a 32MP selfie camera. Audio gets a boost with stereo speakers and Hi-Res certification.

Battery life should be solid thanks to a 7000mAh pack with 80W charging. Color options are limited to Blue and White in China.

Pricing:

• 8GB + 256GB: 1499 yuan (about ₹18,515)
• 12GB + 256GB: 1599 yuan (about ₹19,750)

The K13x: Affordable with Slight Differences

The K13x takes a more budget-friendly route. It features a smaller 6.67-inch LCD display with 120Hz refresh and 1000 nits brightness, backed by MediaTek’s Dimensity 6300 processor.

It carries the same rugged IP ratings as the K13s but trims down the battery to 5800mAh with slower 45W charging. The rear design differs slightly from the Indian version, and you get color options in Black and White.

Pricing:

• 6GB + 128GB: 799 yuan (about ₹9,870)
• 8GB + 128GB: 899 yuan (about ₹11,105)
• 8GB + 256GB: 999 yuan (about ₹12,340)