Overall Score
52.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#1995)52.8
Performance(#3094)71.7
Camera(#805)83.4
Display(#1566)81.6
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#1257)76.7
Connectivity(#2123)64.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring OnePlus 3
Short Review
- The OnePlus 3 features a sleek design with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 4 and an aluminum back, weighing 158g and measuring 152.7 x 74.7 x 7.4 mm.
- Its 5.5-inch Optic AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset, it delivers robust performance with a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports 20W fast charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on Android 6.0.1, it can be upgraded to Android 9.0, providing a smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- The phone does not support 5G and lacks water resistance.
- Available in Graphite and Soft Gold, it combines aesthetic appeal with functional features.
- Overall, the OnePlus 3 is a well-rounded device for its time, balancing design, performance, and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as OnePlus Three
Display
Size5.5"
TypeOptic AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.8", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.2", 1.4µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps, Auto HDR
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details20W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions152.7 x 74.7 x 7.4 mm (6.01 x 2.94 x 0.29 in)
Weight158 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsGraphite, soft gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass