OnePlus 3
The 2016 OnePlus — a full metal body and 6 GB of RAM.
The OnePlus 3 is a flagship OnePlus smartphone released Jun 2016, with a launch price of $399. It pairs the Snapdragon 820 with a 5.5" FHD AMOLED display, a 16 MP · f/2.0 main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 58/100 — The 2016 OnePlus that grew up. Standout strengths: first all-metal oneplus body. and 6 gb ram and snapdragon 820 at a value price. Main trade-off: small 3,000 mah battery.
The 2016 OnePlus that grew up.
The OnePlus 3 brought a metal body and 6 GB RAM to the value-flagship formula. A small battery aside, it was a 2016 standout — now a legacy device.
Read the full review- First all-metal OnePlus body.
- 6 GB RAM and Snapdragon 820 at a value price.
- Fast Dash Charge.
- Clean OxygenOS.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the OnePlus 3 compares
| OnePlus 3 | Galaxy S7 | Nord N300 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 58 | 58 | 60 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 820 | SD 820 | MediaTek Dimensity 810 |
| Display | 5.5" FHD AMOLED | 5.1" QHD AMOLED | 6.56" HD+ IPS 90Hz |
| Main camera | 16 MP · f/2.0 | 12 MP · f/1.7 | 48 MP + 2 MP depth |
| Battery | 3,000 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 5000 mAh, 33W SuperVOOC |
| Launch price | $399 | $670 | $230 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the OnePlus 3 released?
The OnePlus 3 was released in Jun 2016.
How much does the OnePlus 3 cost?
The OnePlus 3 launched at $399 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the OnePlus 3 screen size and type?
The OnePlus 3 has a 5.5" FHD AMOLED display.
What chipset does the OnePlus 3 use?
The OnePlus 3 is powered by the Snapdragon 820 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the OnePlus 3 have?
The OnePlus 3 ships with 6 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the OnePlus 3 battery capacity?
The OnePlus 3 has a 3,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the OnePlus 3 charge?
The OnePlus 3 supports 20 W Dash Charge wired charging.
Does the OnePlus 3 have wireless charging?
The OnePlus 3 does not support wireless charging.
What is the OnePlus 3 main camera?
The OnePlus 3 has a 16 MP · f/2.0 main camera.
Does the OnePlus 3 have 5G?
The OnePlus 3 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the OnePlus 3 waterproof?
The OnePlus 3 has no official ingress-protection rating.
How much does the OnePlus 3 weigh?
The OnePlus 3 weighs 158 g.
What colours does the OnePlus 3 come in?
The OnePlus 3 is available in 2 colours: Graphite, Soft Gold.
Is the OnePlus 3 worth buying?
The OnePlus 3 brought a metal body and 6 GB RAM to the value-flagship formula. A small battery aside, it was a 2016 standout — now a legacy device. SpecEagle gives the OnePlus 3 an editorial score of 58/100.
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