OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 pro are Android-based smartphones manufactured by OnePlus smartphones, launched on 14th April 2020, only via online. These two flagships are most costly than the other OnePlus devices and both have included a novel design and with many new features. The corporate has announced that the value of OnePlus 8 starts from Rs. 44,999. Before you get excited, there’s something to remind you i.e., the value of this phone might change depending on many factors. Let’s see the specifications of OnePlus 8 intimately.
Key Specifications of OnePlus 8 series
| Brand | OnePlus |
| Model | 8 series |
Design
| Dimensions | 160.2 x 72.9 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.87 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 180g |
| Width | 72.9mm |
| Thickness | 8mm |
| SIM | Dual 4G SIM support and single 5G SIM support |
OnePlus 8 comes with 160.2 x 72.9 x 8 mm dimensions, 180g weight, 72.9mm width and 8mm thickness which looks slim and has a unique design that feels good in the hand. It is available in three different elegant colors, they are Onyx Black, Glacial Green and Interstellar Glow. This device is a dual-SIM phone that accepts nano-sim and nano sim cards with 5G(only in one slot) and 4G(both the slots) support and this speeds up your downloads via mobile networks and WLAN simultaneously. To have a long battery life and to keep you connected, your smartphone can automatically switch to 5G and non- 5G networks with new smart 5G technology.
Display
| Size | 6.55 inches (16.64 cm) |
| Type | Fluid AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080*2400 pixels with 402 PPI density |
| Aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Support | sRGB, Display P3 |
| Glass | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
OnePlus 8 comes with a 6.55-inch Fluid display with a screen resolution of 1800*2400 pixels at a density of 402 PPI and a facet ratio of 20:9. It comes with a 90Hz refresh rate that allows you to scroll, swipe and navigate with ease. The screen is protected with corning gorilla glass. It supports face unlock.
Features
- Reading Mode
- Night Mode
- Vibrant Color Effect
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 |
| CPU | Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 585) |
| OS | Android 10.0; OxygenOS 10.0 |
| GPU | Andreno 650 |
| 5G chipset | X55 |
OnePlus 8 is equipped with Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 chipset. This device runs on OxygenOS 10 which is based on Android 10 and it is smart, efficient, fast, smooth with brand new features. The CPU is powered by Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 585) and the GPU is Andreno 650. X55 dual-mode 5G allows you to connect to multiple networks at the same time for faster download and wider coverage. With UFS 3.0 file management system you can transfer photos, videos and files. You can download movies in seconds, share photos instantly with powerful 5G support.
Storage
| Specifications | Storage one | Storage two |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB |
| Internal memory | 128GB | 256GB |
| Expandable memory | No | No |
OnePlus 8 has two memory variants, one with 8GB RAM and 128GB of Internal Memory and another with 12GB RAM and 256GB of Internal Memory which allows you to store pictures, videos, movies, applications, games, etc. It doesn’t have expandable memory.
Camera
Rear camera
| Primary camera | Sensor-Sony IMX586 Megapixels- 48 Pixel Size- 0.8µm Lens Quantity- 6P OIS- Yes EIS- Yes Aperture- f/1.75 |
| Ultra wide angle lens | Megapixels- 16 Aperture- f/2.2 Field of View- 116° |
| Macro lens | Megapixels- 2 Pixel Size- 1.75µm Aperture- f/2.4 |
| Flash | Dual LED flash |
| Optical zoom | No（Support in sensor zoom 2X） |
| Autofocus | Multi Autofocus |
| Video specifications | 4K video at 30/60 fps 1080P video at 30/60 fps Super Slow Motion: 1080p video at 240 fps, 720p video at 480 fps Time-Lapse 1080P 30fps, 4k 30fps Video Editor |
| Features | CINE aspect ratio video recording, UltraShot HDR, Nightscape, Micro , Portrait, Pro Mode, Panorama, Cat&dog face detection&focus, AI Scene Detection, RAW Image |
As far as cameras are concerned, OnePlus 8 has a triple camera setup which consists of 48MP primary camera with an f/1.7 aperture of 0.8 micron, 16MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture and 2MP macro camera with f/2.4 aperture and 1.75-micron pixel size. This camera setup has autofocus. It allows you to take portraits of your favorites and with improved stabilization you can shoot worthy pro videos.
With 116-degree ultra-wide-angle camera you can capture landscapes, group photos or you can also explore new angles. Nightscape uses multi-frame processing to add clarity, brightness and details of low-light cityscapes. You can also take a clear close-ups with a new macro lens. It allows you to bring more details of the image with the help of macro mode 2.0 and it will focus the subjects just 4cm away.
Front Camera
| Front camera | Sensor- Sony IMX471 Megapixels- 16 Pixel Size- 1.0 µm EIS- Yes Autofocus- Fixed Focus Aperture- f/2.45 |
| Video | 1080P video at 30fps Time-Lapse |
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR, Screen Flash, Face Retouching |
OnePlus 8 has 16MP selfie camera with f/2.45 aperture and a pixel size of 1.0 micron. It allows you to capture normal photos and portraits, video calling etc. It has fixed autofocus.
Battery
| Battery | Li-Po 4300 mAh(non-removable battery) Warp charging |
OnePlus 8 is powered by Li-Po 4300mAh non-removable battery. The OnePlus 8 supports fast charging. In 22 minutes, wrap charge 30T takes you from 1% to 50%
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1, support aptX & aptX HD & LDAC & AAC & SBC |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| NFC | Enabled |
| USB | Type-C Support standard Type-C earphone Dual nano-SIM slot |
| LTE/LTE-A | 4×4 MIMO, Supports up to DL Cat 18/UL Cat 13(1.2Gbps /150Mbps), depending on carrier support |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5 Dual Band), GLONASS, Galileo (E1+E5a Dual Band), Beidou, A-GPS |
In OnePlus 8, connectivity options include WLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot) , Bluetooth v5.10, NFC, USB Type-C, 3G, and 4G.
Other features
Audio
| Loudspeaker | Dual Stereo Speakers Noise cancellation support Dolby Atoms |
Colors
| Onyx Black | Glacial Green | Interstellar Glow |
Sensors
| Sensors | In-display Fingerprint Sensor Accelerometer Electronic Compass Gyroscope Ambient Light Sensor Proximity Sensor Sensor Core |
Ports
| Ports | USB 3.1 GEN1 Type-C Support standard Type-C earphone Dual nano-SIM slot |
Buttons
| Buttons | Gestures and on-screen navigation support Alert Slider |
Multimedia
| Audio supported formats | Video supported formats | Image supported formats |
| Playback: MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, WAV, FLAC, APE, OGG, MID, M4A, IMY, AC3, EAC3, EAC3-JOC, AC4 Recording: WAV, AAC, AMR | Playback: MKV, MOV, MP4, H.265(HEVC), AVI, WMV, TS, 3GP, FLV, WEBM Recording: MP4 | Playback: JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF, WEB, HEIF, HEIC, RAW Output: JPEG, DNG |
In the Box
| One Plus 8 |
| Warp Charge 30 Power Adapter Warp Type-C Cable (Support USB 2.0) Quick Start Guide Welcome Letter Safety Information and Warranty Card LOGO Sticker Case Screen Protector SIM Tray Ejector |
Looking at the overall performance, One Plus 8 is the best affordable flagship for 2020 with impressive specifications, 5G connectivity, and triple rear camera. It impresses the youngsters to consider buying it.
OnePlus 8 FAQ’s:
Does OnePlus 8 support a 3.5 mm headphone jack?
No, OnePlus 8 does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
What sensors are built-in OnePlus 8?
Sensors like In-display Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Electronic Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, and Sensor Core are built-in OnePlus 8.
What is the price of OnePlus 8 in India?
OnePlus 8 starts from Rs. 44,999 for 8GB RAM/128GB storage and Rs. 49,999 for 12GB RAM/ 256GB storage.
Does OnePlus 8 come with a face unlock feature?
Yes, OnePlus 8 comes with face unlock option where you can unlock the phone easily.
Is OnePlus 8 lightweight?
OnePlus 8 is lightweight and slim with 180g weight and 8mm thickness which is compact and handy.