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OnePlus 5 (2017) review

Android OS v7.1.1 (Nougat)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
Adreno 540
6 GB / 64 GB
5.5 inches (1080 x 1920 px)
16 MP, 4608 x 3456 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization

OnePlus announced the launch of the 5 smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering the OnePlus 5 phone with 5.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage.

The OnePlus 5 comes with Android OS v7.1.1 (Nougat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.5 inches phone comes with a high resolution AMOLED display (1080 x 1920 px).

OnePlus 5 specifications

BrandOnePlus
Name5
ModelFIVE
Release date2017

Body

The weight of OnePlus 5 is about 5.4 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this OnePlus phone are average (6.07 x 2.92 x 0.29 inches).

Weight5.4 oz
Dimensions6.07 x 2.92 x 0.29 inches
Colorsblack, gray
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The OnePlus 5 comes with Android OS v7.1.1 (Nougat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v7.1.1 (Nougat)
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 2.45 GHz Kryo, Quad-core 1.9 GHz Kryo
GPUAdreno 540

Display

The size of 5 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.5 inches phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. The 5.5 inches AMOLED display of OnePlus 5 with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeAMOLED
Screen size5.5 inches
Resolution1080 x 1920 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of OnePlus 5 (6 GB) cannot be expanded.

RAM6 GB
Internal storage64 GB
Memory card slotno

Camera

The camera of the 5 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of 5 has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Selfie camera8 MP
Main camera16 MP, 4608 x 3456 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization
FlashLED

Connectivity

The OnePlus 5 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The 5 comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The 5 phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv5.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radiono
USBUSB Type-C
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of 5 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The 5 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This OnePlus phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The 5 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of OnePlus 5 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, hall, light, proximity
SpecialsCorning Gorilla Glass 5, Dual SIM, Fast charging, Sony Exmor RS, OxygenOS, Dash Charge

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the OnePlus 5, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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