OnePlus 5 Overview
The OnePlus 5 is a sleek and powerful smartphone that was released in June 2017. It runs on the Android 7.1.1 (Nougat) operating system, which is upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie) with OxygenOS 5.1.4. The device is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, coupled with Adreno 540 GPU, providing smooth performance and excellent graphics capabilities.
The OnePlus 5 comes in two variants - one with 128GB of internal storage and 8GB of RAM, and another with 64GB of storage and 6GB of RAM. However, there is no option for external memory expansion. The phone features a 5.5-inch Optic AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The screen has a pixel density of 401 PPI and a screen-to-body ratio of 73.0%.
In terms of connectivity, the OnePlus 5 supports dual SIM cards, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, and USB Type-C. It also has a 16MP + 20MP dual rear camera setup with features like HDR, panorama, and dual-LED flash. The front camera is a 16MP shooter that can record 1080p videos with gyro-EIS stabilization.
The OnePlus 5 is packed with sensors including a front-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. It comes in Midnight Black and Slate Gray color options, with a front glass, aluminum frame, and back build. The phone is powered by a non-removable 3300 mAh Li-Po battery.
Pros:
- Powerful Snapdragon 835 processor
- Ample storage and RAM options
- Dual rear camera setup for great photography
- Sleek and premium design
- Fast charging support
Cons:
- Lack of expandable storage
- No radio feature
- Older Android version at launch