iPhone 7 Plus vs OnePlus One: Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2016

iPhone 7 Plus

iPhone 7 Plus
65/ 100
Launch price$769
Oneplus · 2014

OnePlus One

OnePlus One
65/ 100
Launch price$299
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 1 of 7 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 7 Plus
iPhone 7 Plus
1 win
OnePlus One
OnePlus One
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 7 PlusOnePlus One
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    60
    60
  • CameraiPhone 7 Plus
    75
    68
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    40
    40
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityTie
    45
    45
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOnePlus One
    68
    90
Key differences
  • OnePlus One has the bigger battery3,100 mAh vs 2,900 mAh
  • OnePlus One charges faster10W vs 5W
  • OnePlus One has a sharper main camera13 MP vs 12 MP
  • OnePlus One is lighter162 g vs 188 g
  • OnePlus One launched cheaper$299 vs $769
  • iPhone 7 Plus has a sharper selfie camera7 MP vs 5 MP
  • iPhone 7 Plus has newer Bluetooth4.2 vs 4.1
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 7 Plus
  • ✓12 MP main camera
  • ✓5.5" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy OnePlus One
  • ✓26 g lighter (162 g vs 188 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$470 cheaper at launch ($299 vs $769)
  • ✓Bigger 3,100 mAh battery (+200 mAh)

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 7 PlusOnePlus One
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLED-backlit IPS LCD Retina HDLTPS LCD
Screen Size5.5"5.5"
Resolution & Density1920x1080 (401 ppi)1920x1080 (401 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Brightness625 nits peak480 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 10Android 4.4
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory3 GB LPDDR3 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage32GB / 128GB / 256GB16GB / 64GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 7 Plus Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.8, OIS13 MP, f/2, Sony IMX214
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.8None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens7 MP, f/2.25 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 OnePlus One Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm152.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight188 g162 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP67Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity2,900 mAh3,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging5W wired fast charging10W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth4.24.1
USB Port & SpeedLightningMicro-USB 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$769$299
Our verdict

iPhone 7 Plus and OnePlus One are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 7 Plus for its sharper selfie camera (7 MP vs 5 MP) and newer Bluetooth (4.2 vs 4.1), or the OnePlus One for its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,900 mAh) and faster charging (10W vs 5W).

Buy iPhone 7 Plus if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy OnePlus One if you want

Larger battery: 3,100 mAh vs 2,900 mAh · Lighter: 162 g vs 188 g (26 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 7 Plus or OnePlus One?

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 7 Plus for its sharper selfie camera (7 MP vs 5 MP) and newer Bluetooth (4.2 vs 4.1), or the OnePlus One for its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,900 mAh) and faster charging (10W vs 5W). BeastScore: iPhone 7 Plus 64.5/100, OnePlus One 65.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 7 Plus and OnePlus One?

iPhone 7 Plus has a 5.5-inch display and 2900 mAh battery. OnePlus One has a 5.5-inch display and 3100 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 7 Plus and OnePlus One compare for speed?

iPhone 7 Plus scores 60/100 for performance; OnePlus One scores 60/100.

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