OnePlus presented only a few weeks ago the Midnight Black model for its OnePlus 3TBut all eyes are on their next smartphone, the OnePlus 5, which is expected with 8 GB of RAM, dual camera and of which we have now been able to see one image.
One of the great phones yet to be discovered is the new OnePlus model, andlOnePlus 5 (skipping model number 4 since it coincides with an unlucky number in China), which is expected to be presented in the middle of the year. A device expected with a dual rear camera, a rumor that has been gaining traction in recent weeks and now seems to be further confirmed thanks to the first leaked photograph of the telephone.
The image that has been leaked by a Hindu medium shows the back of a phone with many similarities to the OnePlus 3. The fingerprint sensor It doesn't appear in the photograph shown, so it's assumed the brand will continue to place it on the front Home button. However, it was also expected that the brand might go a step further and include... an ultrasonic sensor under the screenIn the final model, the brand maintained a ceramic front reader Extremely fast. At the rear Yes you can see the dual camera which had been the subject of recent rumors and whose configuration and functions are now known in detail.
OnePlus 5, features
The specifications of the OnePlus 5 have been rumored for some time. Its RAM could be 8 GB of RAM, according to some rumors, giving enormous power to the phone. However, others speak that it would only be in the 6 GB of RAM. In terms of capacity, the OnePlus 5 would have two options of 64 and 128 GB storageAll of this was confirmed in his final profile: LPDDR4X for RAM and UFS 2.1 for internal storage, without a microSD slot.
In addition, the new model of the brand would arrive with Snapdragon 835 (the same processor included in other top-of-the-range models), a 10nm chipset with GPU Adreno 540 which improves performance and efficiency. Among its improvements over previous models, the OnePlus 5 was also expected to be the brand's first phone with QHD displayFinally, OnePlus opted for a panel 5,5-inch Optic AMOLED display with Full HD resolution, calibrated for the color space DCI-P3 and protected with Gorilla Glass 5.
Design, ergonomics and fingerprint reader
As for the design, according to the new photograph, the phone is nothing new compared to the previous model except for its dual camera. In the final product, OnePlus opted for a aluminum unibody body thinner and more curved (7,25 mm and 153 gr), with integrated antenna lines and a slight protrusion for the camera. The practicality is maintained Alert Slider to quickly switch sound profiles, and the front fingerprint reader The ceramic unlocks in around 0,2 seconds even with the screen off.
Water resistance is not officially certified, although the construction is solid. The front glass is Gorilla Glass 5 and the camera module has sapphire coating.
Screen: AMOLED with good calibration
OnePlus remained conservative in resolution and opted for Full HD in 5,5 inches, a balanced decision to improve efficiency and performance. The panel Optic AMOLED It offers deep blacks, colors adjusted to DCI-P3Good outdoor visibility and a 2.5D finish. There are no side curves or elongated proportions, but the panel quality and its improved calibration are strong points.
Hardware and memory: sustained power
The heart of the team is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Featuring 10nm technology: more performance per watt and less heat generation. It comes with 6 or 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM y 64 / 128 GB UFS 2.1 Very fast. The lack of a microSD card slot is more than compensated for by these capabilities. In practice, everything runs smoothly, and the power is especially noticeable over time and with demanding apps.
Other details to highlight: improved haptic engine with several levels and patterns, and the ability to unlock with the screen off thanks to the front fingerprint reader.
Cameras: Dual Sony sensor and portrait mode
The photographic aspect is one of its biggest selling points. The rear camera features a dual camera 16 + 20 MP with sensors Sony IMX398 (main, f/1.7, 27 mm) and IMX350 (telephoto, f/2.6, 37mm). The combination allows 1,6x real zoom (2x hybrid) y Portrait mode with bokeh Thanks to the support of computational photography, the focus is fast, the main camera captures more light, and the software, developed with advice from DIt was refined with updates.
El pro mode offers manual control of ISO, white balance, shutter speed, focus and exposure, with histogram and capture in RAW. On video record in 4K is 30 fps, 1080p is 60 fps and slow motion 720p is 120 fpswith electronic stabilization. The front camera is... 16 MP (Sony IMX371, f/2.0) with ICE and video 1080p is 30 fps.
Connectivity, networks and sound
Complete in communications: Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX and aptX HD, Wi‑Fi 802.11ac 2×2 MIMO, NFC, USB Type-C (2.0), and dual SIM (dual standby). It reaches on networks LTE Cat.12 (up to 600/150 Mbps) with broad band compatibility. Maintains the 3,5 mm jack and bet on a bottom speaker of good volume.
Battery and fast charging
The battery is 3.300 mAh, a figure that's reasonable for its thickness, offset by the efficiency of the Snapdragon 835 and the RAM LPDDR4XOnePlus talked about up to 20% more autonomy compared to its predecessor in equivalent uses. The technology Dash Charge (5V 4A) It continues to be a reference because speed and stability: allows you to use your phone intensively while charging without it overheating or reducing charging power.
Software: Clean and lightweight OxygenOS
The OnePlus 5 was launched with Android Nougat y OxygenOS 4.5a customization light and very close to stock Android. Among the most useful features are App Priority (prioritizes the most used apps), Reading Mode, extended screenshot, gestures, Game mode with "Do Not Disturb" y Secure Box for protected files. The brand optimized camera and performance with successive updates like Android 9 Pie.
Price, versions and colors
The OnePlus 5 came in two combinations: 6 GB + 64 GB (Slate Gray) y 8GB + 128GB (Midnight Black)Their positioning involves paying anything else than previous generations, but it maintains a specifications/price ratio Very competitive in its segment. Prices varied by market and channel, with centralized purchasing on the OnePlus website and occasional sales in selected stores.
With a comfortable design, Snapdragon 835options 8 GB of RAM, double chamber 16 + 20 MP, Bluetooth 5, Dash Charge or with a OXYGEN Highly polished, the OnePlus 5 consolidated the brand's strategy: to offer high-end features at an affordable price, refining the experience in performance, camera and battery life without falling into design trends that penalize daily use.
