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Oneplus Watch 3 43mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170Screen size:1.32 inchBattery life:31.5 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Oneplus Watch 3 43mm Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Technical score

30%

8.5

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.5 · based on 22 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 1 more review is not scored yet.
★Better than 95% of smartwatches
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

24%

7.0

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

9.5

Battery

14%

9.7

Smart features

12%

6.5

Connectivity

9%

8.2

Display & Design

4%

9.1

Hardware

★Better than 93% of smartwatches
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
2

6.5%

8.5

gadgetsandwearables.com

6.5%

8.0

androidpolice.com

≈ estimated
1

6.5%

9.0

geekspin.co

Video reviews 4

3.2%

9.0

LVLONE Tech

3.2%

9.0

JuanBagnell

3.2%

9.0

Shannon Morse

1.6%

9.0

zollotech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 89% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Oneplus Watch 3 43mm

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

24%

7.0

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

9.5

Battery

14%

9.7

Smart features

12%

6.5

Connectivity

9%

8.2

Display & Design

4%

9.1

Hardware

8.4
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
2

6.5%

8.5

gadgetsandwearables.com

6.5%

8.0

androidpolice.com

≈ estimated
1

6.5%

9.0

geekspin.co

Video reviews 4

3.2%

9.0

LVLONE Tech

3.2%

9.0

JuanBagnell

3.2%

9.0

Shannon Morse

1.6%

9.0

zollotech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Popularity:
Oneplus Watch 3 43mm has a popularity of 5.8 points, which is lower than 52.1% of smartwatches.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

8.8
Brand name
Oneplus
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Includes a barometer sensor.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Tracks running cadence natively; cycling cadence may require an external sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
31.5 days
Battery life
31.5 days
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 31.5 days which is longer than that of 97.6% of smartwatches.
2-3 (with aod) or 4-5 (without aod.
Battery life in training mode
36 h
Battery life in training mode
36 h
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 36 h in training mode which is longer than 81.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
40 h
Battery life with GPS on
40 h
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 40 h with GPS on which is longer than 85.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.2% of smartwatches.
Battery power
354 mAh
Battery power
354 mAh
â–² Better than 67% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 354 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.2% of smartwatches.
Charge time
60 min
Charge time
60 min
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 60 min which is faster than 82.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 12.1% of smartwatches.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Wear OS (5).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
?
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
Compass functionality is supported via built-in magnetic/geomagnetic sensing.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.32 inch
Screen size
1.32 inch
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.32 inch which is smaller than the screens of 63.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 2.8% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
466x 466
Resolution
466x 466
â–² Better than 87% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466 which is higher than that of 87.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 10.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
499 ppi
Pixel density
499 ppi
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 499 ppi which is higher than that of 98.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
High brightness mode figure.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
4x 1.7 GHz
CPU speed
4x 1.7 GHz
★ Better than 91% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4x1.7 GHz which is faster than that in 90.8% of smartwatches and equal to that in 8% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
Snapdragon W5 Gen 1
Processor model
Snapdragon W5 Gen 1
â–² Better than 80% of models
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor model.
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 21.4% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 32 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 84.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.4% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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What reviewers say

Oneplus Watch 3 43mm vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 24.5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    31.5 days
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 31.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2-3 (with aod) or 4-5 (without aod.
    31.5 days vs 7 days
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (5).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • 20 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    40 h
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 16.7% better value for money
    Oneplus Watch 3 43mm has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.77 vs 7.5).
    8.77 vs 7.52
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Includes a barometer sensor.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Tracks running cadence natively; cycling cadence may require an external sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 100 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • 24.5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    31.5 days
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 31.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2-3 (with aod) or 4-5 (without aod.
    31.5 days vs 7 days
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • 20 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    40 h
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 16.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    36 h
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (36 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    36 h vs 19.25 h
  • 54 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    354 mAh days
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (354 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    2-3 (with aod) or 4-5 (without aod.
    354 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Supports offline maps.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    Rugged design supported by MIL-STD/military-grade durability claim.
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    High brightness mode figure.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 173 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    499 ppi
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (499 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    499 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    466 x 466
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • 4 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    18.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    18.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 7.2 g lighter weight
    Weight
    37.8 g
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (37.8 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    37.8 g vs 45.0 g
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (5).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 28 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    4 x 1.7 GHz
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4x1.7 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    4x1.7 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • More advanced processor model
    Processor model
    Snapdragon W5 Gen 1
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Sources report rechargeable lithium chemistry as Li-ion or Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 0.08 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.32 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.32 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    silicone, rubber
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, rubber vs silicone
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Sources report rechargeable lithium chemistry as Li-ion or Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 0.08 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.32 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.32 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    silicone, rubber
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, rubber vs silicone
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
LVLONE Tech
≈ estimated
22/08/2025
Feature overview · health, sport and software tests
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 3 43mm is a strong all-round smartwatch, though real-world battery life fell short of the stated figures.
9.0
Shannon Morse
≈ estimated
08/07/2025
Hands-on review · battery, fitness and design tests
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 3 43mm offers long battery life and solid health tracking in a smaller case that suits petite wrists.
9.0
JuanBagnell
≈ estimated
08/07/2025
Hands-on review · smaller size, battery and sleep tracking
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 3 43mm has a smaller size with no serious compromises, strong battery life and a welcome option for smaller wrists.
Hands-on video, no verdict

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Its light, compact size and fast charging impress, though health features disappoint, phone compatibility is limited and battery opinions vary.
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Expert reviews

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8.0
androidpolice.com
✓ explicit
15/11/2025
Hands-on review · Small Wear OS watch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 3 43mm suits small wrists and multi-day battery use, though its dated OHealth app and Wear OS 5 software are the weak points.
9.0
techprincess.it
≈ estimated
23/07/2025
Full review · Compact Wear OS
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 3 43mm is a compact Wear OS watch for small wrists with long battery life, though it is Android-only and has no ECG.
evosmart.it
08/07/2025
Not graded yet
7.5
androidplanet.nl
✓ explicit
26/08/2025
Short review · Compact Wear OS watch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 3 43mm is a compact Wear OS watch that suits small wrists, but its battery lasts about two days instead of five.

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What we like about Oneplus Watch 3 43mm

  • Impressive battery life for its size (up to 60 hours in Smart Mode and 7 days in Power Saver)
  • Compact and lightweight design (59g with strap) that is comfortable for small wrists and 24/7 wear
  • Bright and vibrant 1.32-inch AMOLED display with 1,000 nits peak brightness
  • Intuitive navigation via a fully functional rotating crown with satisfying haptic feedback
  • Dual-engine architecture (Snapdragon W5 + BES2800) ensures smooth, lag-free performance
  • Ultra-fast VOOC charging (10 minutes for a full day of use; full charge in under an hour)
  • Competitive pricing, often cited as a high-value alternative to Pixel and Galaxy watches

What we don't like about Oneplus Watch 3 43mm

  • Shorter battery life compared to the larger 46mm model (2-3 days vs. 5 days)
  • Missing some advanced health sensors found in the larger version (e.g., skin temperature, vascular age, and the 60s Health Check-In)
  • OHealth companion app has been criticised for an aging, less polished design compared to competitors
  • ECG functionality is region-locked and unavailable in certain markets like the US and UK
  • Slower software update schedule, with Wear OS 6 not expected until 2026
  • Health tracking accuracy for high-intensity workouts (HR spikes) can occasionally lag behind top-tier fitness watches
  • Lacks an LTE/cellular version for standalone connectivity

Verdict

The OnePlus Watch 3 43mm is a refined, compact smartwatch featuring a 1.32-inch AMOLED display with a 466 x 466 resolution and 1,000 nits peak brightness, housed in a polished stainless steel case. It utilizes a dual-engine architecture with the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 and a BES2800 efficiency chip to run Wear OS 5 and RTOS simultaneously, providing a smooth user experience with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. Key pros include an impressive battery life of up to 60 hours in Smart Mode (extending to 7 days in Power Saver Mode), ultra-fast VOOC charging that offers a day’s power in just 10 minutes, and comprehensive health tracking including SpO2, heart rate, and dual-frequency GPS. However, cons include the loss of the sapphire crystal and titanium bezel found on the larger model, the lack of an LTE variant or temperature sensor, and no compatibility with iOS devices.

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