OnePlus 7
$231
Overview
OnePlus 7 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.41-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 855 chipset, 48 main camera, and 3700 mAh battery.
The device runs OxygenOS with features like Hasselblad partnership and Alert Slider. Priced at $231, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of OnePlus 7
The display of OnePlus 7 measures 6.41 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of OnePlus 7 features 2 rear cameras: 48 main, 16MP ultrawide, 5MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of OnePlus 7 has 3700mAh capacity with 20 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 30.0. A full charge takes approximately 13 min minutes.
The performance of OnePlus 7 is powered by the Snapdragon 855 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 640 600MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 750 single-core and 2700 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 369292.
The memory of OnePlus 7 offers 12GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 3.0. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of OnePlus 7 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of OnePlus 7 weighs 182g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 157.7 x 74.8 x 8.2 mm.
The software of OnePlus 7 runs Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, OxygenOS 12.1 with Oxygen OS. Software support extends 3 years through 2029.
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Frequently Asked Questions about OnePlus 7
Yes, OnePlus 7 is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, OnePlus 7 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 855 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
OnePlus 7 receives 3 years of updates through 2029. This provides solid software support for the device's lifespan.
OnePlus 7 has a 3700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
OnePlus 7 at $231 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 855. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
OnePlus 7 supports 20 wired charging with full charge in approximately 13 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 30.0.
OnePlus 7 is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
OnePlus 7 has a 6.41-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The OnePlus 7 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.41"
Main Camera
48
Chipset
Snapdragon 855
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $364.69 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 157.7 x 74.8 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 182 |
| Build Materials | Back: Gorilla Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Mirror Gray", "Red", "Mirror Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.41 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 403 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 135 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v6 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, OxygenOS 12.1 |
| Update Policy | 3 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 855 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 1x Kryo 485 2.84 GHz + 3x Kryo 485 2.4 GHz + 4x Kryo 485 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 640 600MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 7 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 380 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X24 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 750 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2700 |
| AnTuTu Score | 369292 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 3.0 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.0 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 48 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.0" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX586 |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | 16MP, FOV: 117° |
| Telephoto | 5MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 5.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX471 Exmor RS |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | AK4377A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB 3.1 GEN1 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3700 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 20 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 13 min |
| Wireless Charging | 30.0 |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | optimized charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, OxygenOS 12.1 |
| Update Window | 3 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Oxygen OS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app locker |
| Accessibility | |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Case, SIM Ejector |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
OnePlus 7 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the OnePlus 7 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 855 chipset for smooth performance
- + Excellent value for money
- - Battery life could be better
- - Limited water resistance