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OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£490RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:5.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:20 MP & 16 MP

OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) 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 5 (8GB + 128GB)
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

7.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 92% of smartphones
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 97%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

5.6

Display

15%

4.6

Battery

10%

3.0

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

5.3

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 92%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

1.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 82%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

5.6

Display

15%

4.6

Battery

10%

3.0

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

5.3

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

5.4
User score
User score
7.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

1.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
1.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Popularity:
OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1.7 points, which is lower than 63.4% of smartphones.
1.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

6.3
Brand name
OnePlus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor model which is slower than processors in 68.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.45 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.45 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 7 Nougat
Android version
Android 7 Nougat
This smartphone runs Android version Android 7 Nougat which is older than that found in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.8% 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
no
This smartphone does not offer 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
20 MP & 16 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 20 MP & 16 MP which is lower than that of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.6
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.6 which is wider than that of 79.9% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
25.1 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 25.1 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 71.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% 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
no
This smartphone does not support 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
5.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 97% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 1920 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x1920 px which is lower than that of 75.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
401 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 401 ppi which is higher than that of 58.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,300 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
20 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 20 W which is slower than in 74.3% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% 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
154.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 154.2 mm which is shorter than 91.5% 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
7.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.3 mm which is thinner than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Weight
153 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 153 g which is lighter than 98.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
79,772 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 79,772 cm³ which is smaller than 94.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 1.6 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (1.6 x vs 0 x).
    1.6 x vs 0 x
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (8x2.45 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    8x2.45 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 2.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.45 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.4% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 1.6 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (1.6 x vs 0 x).
    1.6 x vs 0 x
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 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.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • 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.
  • 1.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (401 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    401 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 22% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (153 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    153 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 9.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (154.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    154.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 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
  • 18.4% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (79772 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    79,772 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 34% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 1.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 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.
  • 16.8% worse value for money
    OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.28 vs 7.3).
    6.28 vs 7.34
  • 88.5% more expensive
    OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£490 vs £260).
    £490 vs £260
  • 6.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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 5
    the average smartphone
    OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.52 vs 8.000).
    7.52 vs 8
  • 3.12x less popular
    OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1.74 vs 5.4).
    1.74 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 30.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (7,505 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    7,505 vs 10,783
  • 25.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (710 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    710 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 70.9% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (3000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    3,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 55.5% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (419 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    419 vs 942
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 62.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,165 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,165 vs 3,115
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 75.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (945 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    945 vs 3,825
  • 43.6% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,428 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,428 vs 2,533
  • 70.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (361 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    361 vs 1,226
  • 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 7 Nougat vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No notification customization
    This smartphone does not allow notification customization, the average smartphone does. 99.1% of smartphones offer advanced notification options.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This smartphone does not support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), the average smartphone does. 97.9% of smartphones offer PiP mode.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (20 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    20 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 21.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (25.1 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    25.1 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No continuous autofocus in video
    This smartphone does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average smartphone does. 94.2% of smartphones have continuous AF.
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 37.9% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (410 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    410 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x1920 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x1920 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 34% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 39.4% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (20 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    20 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2017 vs 2024). 7.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2017
    2017 vs 2024

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20/06/2017
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12/07/2017
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20/06/2017
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pcmag.com
20/06/2017
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theverge.com
20/06/2017
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verivox.de
01/08/2017
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stern.de
14/07/2017
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spiegel.de
20/06/2017
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27/06/2017
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21/06/2017
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21/06/2017
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01/08/2017
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19/06/2017
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What we like about OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Exceptionally fast and smooth performance with the Snapdragon 835 chipset and up to 8GB of RAM
  • Excellent battery life, often lasting a full day or more under heavy usage
  • Industry-leading fast charging via proprietary Dash Charge technology
  • Clean and highly customizable user experience with OxygenOS software
  • Blazing fast and reliable front-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Practical physical hardware features like the alert slider and 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Premium build quality and slim, ergonomic metal unibody design

What we don't like about OnePlus 5 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Lack of official IP-rated water and dust resistance
  • No expandable storage via microSD card slot
  • Camera lacks optical image stabilization (OIS), resulting in shakier 4K video and occasional low-light blur
  • Design was often criticized for being unoriginal and closely resembling the iPhone 7 Plus
  • Display resolution remained at 1080p while competitors moved to sharper Quad HD panels
  • Notable price increase compared to its predecessors, reducing its 'flagship killer' value
  • Controversies including 'jelly scrolling' display effects and benchmark cheating

Verdict

The OnePlus 5 (8GB RAM + 128GB storage) is a flagship smartphone featuring a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 octa-core processor and a sleek aluminum unibody design. Key specifications include a vibrant 5.5-inch Full HD Optic AMOLED display, a dual-camera system (16MP main + 20MP telephoto with 1.6x optical zoom), and a 3,300 mAh battery with proprietary Dash Charge technology that provides a full charge in around an hour. Major pros are its extremely fast, fluid performance thanks to the near-stock OxygenOS based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat (upgradable to Android 10), dual-SIM support, and an excellent, quick front-mounted fingerprint sensor. The main cons are the lack of an official IP water or dust resistance rating, no expandable storage via a microSD card slot, and a modest 1080p screen resolution compared to some competitors at the time.

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