Galaxy Note vs OnePlus One: Which One Should You Buy?
OnePlus One edges ahead with a BeastScore of 65.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy Note
OnePlus One
OnePlus One wins 3 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6060
- CameraOnePlus One6068
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie4040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityOnePlus One3252
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueOnePlus One6890
- OnePlus One has the bigger battery3,100 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
- OnePlus One charges faster10W vs 5W
- OnePlus One has a sharper main camera13 MP vs 8 MP
- OnePlus One has the bigger screen5.5" vs 5.3"
- OnePlus One is lighter162 g vs 178 g
- OnePlus One launched cheaper$299 vs $700
- OnePlus One has a sharper selfie camera5 MP vs 2 MP
- OnePlus One has newer Bluetooth4.1 vs 3
- OnePlus One has more RAM3 GB vs 1 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄OnePlus One wins — BeastScore 65.0/100
The OnePlus One is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,500 mAh) and faster charging (10W vs 5W).
Reliable all-round performance.
Larger battery: 3,100 mAh vs 2,500 mAh · More RAM: 3 GB vs 1 GB
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy Note or OnePlus One?
The OnePlus One is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,500 mAh) and faster charging (10W vs 5W). BeastScore: Galaxy Note 60.8/100, OnePlus One 65.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy Note and OnePlus One?
Galaxy Note has a 5.3-inch display and 2500 mAh battery. OnePlus One has a 5.5-inch display and 3100 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy Note and OnePlus One compare for speed?
Galaxy Note scores 60/100 for performance; OnePlus One scores 60/100.
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