OnePlus 8 Pro Review: Finally a Flagship!
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The OnePlus 8 Pro review frames the device as OnePlus’s full return to flagship status, emphasizing that after years of dialing back some flagship features the company finally delivered a complete premium package. The video opens with the host praising the new design, including the matte blue finish and refined build that visually communicates durability and modern aesthetics, while acknowledging a few remaining nitpicks like the camera bump and curved edges that can cause accidental touches. The discussion then moves to core hardware: the Snapdragon 865, ample RAM options, UFS 3.0 storage, and a large 6.78 inch 1440p 120 Hz OLED display that supports both high resolution and high refresh rate simultaneously, with the caveat of occasional 60 Hz stepping for battery management. Attention is given to the camera system, which uses a 48 MP main sensor with OIS, a 48 MP ultra-wide with macro, a 3x telephoto, and a dedicated color filter camera, and is positioned as a flagship-quality module that sits close to the best on the market. Software-wise, the video highlights OxygenOS on Android 10 with its refined, lightweight feel, motion graphics options, and a generally polished user experience that stays out of the way while offering meaningful tweaks and optimizations. The host also discusses battery life and charging, noting a 4510 mAh capacity, long real-world endurance at high brightness and 1440p 120 Hz, and the new fast wireless charging at up to 30W with a dedicated OnePlus stand, while pointing out the caveat that wireless charging peak efficiency is tied to a $70 accessory and that generic Qi still only tops at 5W. The review closes with a practical takeaway: at a high $900 price, OnePlus has delivered a true flagship that matches competitors on core features, delivers strong performance, and earns a strong recommendation for those who want a polished, fast daily driver, while also speculating about a future OnePlus 8T Pro with incremental upgrades and potential design refinements. The host ends on a hopeful note about the continuing evolution of OnePlus’s flagship strategy and positions the 8 Pro as a compelling buy in a price-parity landscape.
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Questions answered
- What makes the OnePlus 8 Pro a flagship device in 2020?
- Key indicators include the Snapdragon 865, up to 12 GB RAM, UFS 3.0 storage, a 6.78 inch 1440p 120 Hz OLED display, an IP68 rating, and a quad camera system with improved sensors and OIS, all wrapped in OxygenOS for a refined software experience.
- How does the camera system perform compared to other flagships?
- The 8 Pro delivers flagship-like image quality with sharp 12 MP outputs, strong dynamic range, reliable autofocus, good night mode performance, and versatile options from main, ultra-wide with macro, telephoto, to a color filter camera, keeping pace with top smartphones.
- What are the charging options and any caveats?
- Wired Warp Charge 30T supports rapid charging, and there is fast wireless charging at 30W but only when using a dedicated OnePlus stand; universal Qi remains at 5W, and other phones on the stand won’t reach peak 30W.
- Is the OnePlus 8 Pro worth the price compared to other flagships?
- Yes for buyers who want a polished software experience, top-tier performance, and flagship feature parity, though the price is at the high end and the accessory requirement for full wireless charging speed is a consideration.