OnePlus 8
The last "flagship-killer" before OnePlus went mainstream.
The OnePlus 8 is a flagship OnePlus smartphone released Apr 2020, with a launch price of $699. It pairs the Snapdragon 865 with a 6.55" Fluid AMOLED 90 Hz display, a 48 MP · OIS main camera and a 4,300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 76/100 — The last true flagship-killer. Standout strengths: snapdragon 865 + 5g + 90 hz fluid amoled at $699 — the oxygenos golden-era flagship-killer. and clean, fast oxygenos — the version fans miss. Main trade-off: no ip rating, no wireless charging on the base model.
The last true flagship-killer.
OnePlus 8 marked the moment the brand stopped killing flagships and started becoming one — $699 was the line. The 865, 5G, 90 Hz Fluid AMOLED and clean OxygenOS made it a hit; it remains the era OnePlus fans point to as peak software.
Read the full review- Snapdragon 865 + 5G + 90 Hz Fluid AMOLED at $699 — the OxygenOS golden-era flagship-killer.
- Clean, fast OxygenOS — the version fans miss.
- Compact 180 g body for its day.
- UFS 3.0 storage.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the OnePlus 8 compares
| OnePlus 8 | iPhone 12 Pro Max | OnePlus 10R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 76 | 76 | 76 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 865 | Apple A14 Bionic | Dimensity 8100-Max |
| Display | 6.55" Fluid AMOLED 90 Hz | 6.7" OLED 60 Hz | 6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP · OIS | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 4,300 mAh | 3,687 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $699 | $1,099 | $499 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the OnePlus 8 released?
The OnePlus 8 was released in Apr 2020.
How much does the OnePlus 8 cost?
The OnePlus 8 launched at $699 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the OnePlus 8 screen size and type?
The OnePlus 8 has a 6.55" Fluid AMOLED 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the OnePlus 8 use?
The OnePlus 8 is powered by the Snapdragon 865 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the OnePlus 8 have?
The OnePlus 8 ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the OnePlus 8 battery capacity?
The OnePlus 8 has a 4,300 mAh battery.
How fast does the OnePlus 8 charge?
The OnePlus 8 supports 30 W Warp Charge wired charging.
What is the OnePlus 8 main camera?
The OnePlus 8 has a 48 MP · OIS main camera.
Does the OnePlus 8 have a headphone jack?
The OnePlus 8 does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the OnePlus 8 get software updates?
The OnePlus 8 update policy: support ended.
How much does the OnePlus 8 weigh?
The OnePlus 8 weighs 180 g.
What colours does the OnePlus 8 come in?
The OnePlus 8 is available in 3 colours: Onyx Black, Glacial Green, Interstellar Glow.
Is the OnePlus 8 worth buying?
OnePlus 8 marked the moment the brand stopped killing flagships and started becoming one — $699 was the line. The 865, 5G, 90 Hz Fluid AMOLED and clean OxygenOS made it a hit; it remains the era OnePlus fans point to as peak software. SpecEagle gives the OnePlus 8 an editorial score of 76/100.
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