In this guide, we will show you the steps to downgrade your OnePlus 13 from Android 16/OxygenOS 16 to Android 15/OxygenOS 15. It is quite commendable to see that OnePlus has dethroned the likes of Samsung [which is currently not even able to roll out the stable Android 15!] and has become the first non-Pixel OEM to roll out the sixteenth iteration of the OS.
As a result of this, you are about to welcome a slew of intriguing goodies and some noteworthy features to the fore. However, this is just one side of the coin. Since this update is in its testing phase [Beta 2/ Developer Preview], you are bound to face quite a few bugs and issues. For instance, in the first release of Android 16, the following are just some of the concerning issues that are bugging the firmware:
- Unable to close the version update pop-up after upgrading to the DPP version.
- Font weight settings cannot be adjusted.
- The device may restart when answering a call using Bluetooth headsets.
- Lag and display errors in the camera viewfinder and thumbnail in certain scenarios.
- Blurry or unclear camera viewfinder in some cases.
- The camera crashes when switching to Macro mode with the rear camera.
- Crashes and lag after enabling Ultra Steady mode.
- Display error in the camera viewfinder during video recording in specific scenarios.
- The screen may freeze when tapping the accessibility shortcut button on the home screen.
- Lag is observed when locking the screen.
With that said, some tech enthusiasts have still given it a try but are now questioning their decision about the same. If you are in the same boat, then fret not. Fortunately, the OEM has provided the downgrade package that will help you to roll back your OnePlus 13 from Android 16/OxygenOS 16 to Android 15/OxygenOS 15. So, without any further ado, let’s show you how this could be carried out.
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Downgrade OnePlus 13 from Android 16 to 15/OxygenOS 16 to 15
The below process will wipe off all the data. So, please take a complete device backup beforehand. Droidwin and its members wouldn’t be held responsible in case of a thermonuclear war, your alarm doesn’t wake you up, or if anything happens to your device, and data by performing the below steps.
Download Downgrade Firmware
- OnePlus 13 NA Version (LINK)
- OnePlus 13 IN Version (LINK)
- OnePlus 13 EU Version (LINK)
- OnePlus 13 GLO Version (LINK)
- OnePlus Downgrade APK [NA]
Downgrade Instructions for EU and IN [Local Install]
- Transfer the downloaded Android 16 firmware to your device’s Internal Storage [not inside any folder].
- Then go to Settings -> About device -> Version -> Tap Build number 7 times. This will enable Developer Options.
- Now go to Settings -> About device -> Up to date -> Click the top right button -> Select Local install.
Reference Image - Select the downloaded firmware -> Extract -> Upgrade -> Wait for the installation to complete.
- Once done, hit Restart. Your OnePlus 13 will now boot to the downgraded Android 15 firmware.
Downgrade Instructions for NA [via APK]
- To begin with, transfer the downloaded Android 16 firmware to your device’s Internal Storage [not inside any folder].
- Now download and install the APK. Then, open the app -> tap the top right gear icon -> select Android 15 firmware.
- Wait for the installation to complete. Once done, hit Restart. Your OnePlus 13 will now boot to the downgraded OS.
That’s it. These were the steps to downgrade your OnePlus 13 from Android 16/OxygenOS 16 to Android 15/OxygenOS 15. If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution as soon as possible.
