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OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 48 MP & 32 MP

OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB)
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components

90%

7.9

Technical score

10%

9.0

User score

â–²Better than 86% of smartphones
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–²Better than 83%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

25%

8.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.1

Design

â–²Better than 84%
9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 92%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components:

25%

8.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.1

Design

7.9
User score
User score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.0
Popularity
Popularity
9.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models
Popularity:
OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 9.8 points, which is higher than 92.6% of smartphones.
9.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

7.9
Brand name
OnePlus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 48 MP & 32 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 48 MP & 32 MP which is higher than that of 65.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 66.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.7 inches which is larger than the screens of 52.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 10.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3216 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3216 px which is higher than that of 98.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
525 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 525 ppi which is higher than that of 96.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.1 mm which is shorter than 56.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
74.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.1 mm which is narrower than 81.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.5 mm which is thicker than 60.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
205 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 205 g which is heavier than 65.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
96,496 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 96,496 cm³ which is smaller than 55.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
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OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3216 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3216 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4.06x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (12,639 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    12,639 vs 3,115
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 32.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (525 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    525 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 12.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    OnePlus 11 5G
    the average smartphone
    OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.02 vs 8.000).
    9.02 vs 8
  • 79.9% more popular
    OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.79 vs 5.4).
    9.79 vs 5.44
  • 7.9% better value for money
    OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.92 vs 7.3).
    7.92 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4.06x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (12,639 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    12,639 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.62x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (13,858 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    13,858 vs 3,825
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 68% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,583 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,583 vs 942
  • 2.99x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,671 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,671 vs 1,226
  • 82.2% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,614 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,614 vs 2,533
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 52.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 75.2% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,731 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,731 vs 988
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 15.8% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (12,488 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    12,488 vs 10,783
  • 79.4% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,091 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,091 vs 608
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2.1% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (970 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    970 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (6.3 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    6.3 W vs 6 W
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, AI Eraser, AI Reflection Eraser, AI Retouch, AI Reply, AI Writer, AI Summary
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a front LED flash
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 48 MP & 32 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 48 MP & 32 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 5.8% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (127 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    127 vs 120
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3216 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3216 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 32.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (525 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    525 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 300 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 16.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (767 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    767 nits vs 660 nits
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (108 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    108 vs 99.5
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 39.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (476 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    476 min vs 786 min
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 18.8% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (6.5 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    6.5 vs 8
  • 47.9% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (125 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP64 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP64 vs IP67
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 2.04x more expensive
    OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 47.9% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (125 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 126.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (767 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    767 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 39.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (476 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    476 min vs 786 min
  • 18.8% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (6.5 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    6.5 vs 8
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP64 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP64 vs IP67
  • 4.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (205 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    205 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    January 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 0.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm

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expertreviews.co.uk
28/11/2023
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hothardware.com
07/02/2023
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palmsolo.substack.com
07/02/2023
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pocket-lint.com
07/02/2023
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wired.com
07/02/2023
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digitalcameraworld.com
07/02/2023
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OnePlus 11 5G review: a return to form Would you like to see a summary of the common pros and cons found across these specific reviews?
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coolsmartphone.com
20/02/2023
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whathifi.com
10/03/2023
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the-gadgeteer.com
23/07/2023
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OnePlus 11 5G smartphone review – The first Android phone that makes me want to ditch my iPhone
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techwelike.com
15/12/2023
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OnePlus 11 5G Smartphone – Still Worth it [Long-Term Review]
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geardiary.com
17/02/2023
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OnePlus 11 5G Review: This Flagship Ticks All the Right Boxes...
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androidlogbook.com
11/04/2023
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medium.com
11/02/2023
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digitaltrends.com
16/11/2023
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cnet.com
13/02/2023
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pcmag.com
07/02/2023
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techradar.com
07/02/2023
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OnePlus 11 5G review: a scrappy contender for the best Android phone
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tg24.sky.it
16/02/2023
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wired.it
16/02/2023
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igizmo.it
13/02/2023
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB)

  • Extremely fast wired charging (80W/100W, full charge in around 30 minutes) and the charger is included in the box.
  • Excellent performance and speed due to the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and ample RAM options (up to 16GB).
  • Great value and competitive price compared to other flagship phones with similar specs from brands like Samsung and Google.
  • Impressive battery life, often lasting a full day or even two days with medium use.
  • Gorgeous and very smooth 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 2K resolution, and excellent outdoor readability.
  • Camera quality is highly rated for general use, with natural color reproduction, good night photography, and nice portrait mode effects, thanks to the Hasselblad partnership.
  • Clean, fluid, and customizable OxygenOS software (based on Android 13/14) with minimal bloatware.
  • Solid build quality, premium feel, and an attractive, unique design.
  • The physical alert slider is a popular and useful feature that many users appreciate.
  • OnePlus promises long-term software support, including four Android version upgrades and five years of security updates.

What we don't like about OnePlus 11 5G (16GB + 256GB)

  • Lack of wireless charging, which is a significant drawback for some users.
  • The camera, while good, is sometimes considered inconsistent in challenging lighting and not quite on the same level as competitors like the Google Pixel or Samsung Ultra flagships.
  • The phone has a low IP64 rating for water resistance (splash resistant only), not the more robust IP68 rating found on many other flagships.
  • The 2x optical telephoto zoom is considered middling or lacking compared to the 5x or 10x offered by some competitors.
  • The phone can be very slippery and top-heavy due to the large camera module, making a case a necessity.
  • Some users reported minor software bugs, such as occasional app freezing (like YouTube) or issues with notifications.

Verdict

The OnePlus 11 (16GB + 256GB model) is a high-performance "flagship killer" smartphone featuring the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, a stunning 6.7-inch QHD+ 120Hz LTPO 3.0 AMOLED display, and a versatile Hasselblad-tuned 50MP triple-camera system. Key pros include its exceptional performance, a large 5,000mAh battery with incredibly fast 100W wired charging (full charge in under 30 minutes), and a commitment to four major Android OS updates. Cons include a lack of wireless charging, a lower-than-peers IP64 water resistance rating, and a limited 2x optical zoom on the telephoto lens.

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