iPhone 8 Plus vs OnePlus One: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 8 Plus edges ahead with a BeastScore of 64.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 8 Plus
OnePlus One
iPhone 8 Plus wins 2 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6060
- CameraiPhone 8 Plus7568
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie4040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityiPhone 8 Plus5345
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueOnePlus One6890
- OnePlus One has the bigger battery3,100 mAh vs 2,691 mAh
- iPhone 8 Plus charges faster18W vs 10W
- OnePlus One has a sharper main camera13 MP vs 12 MP
- OnePlus One is lighter162 g vs 202 g
- OnePlus One launched cheaper$299 vs $799
- iPhone 8 Plus has a sharper selfie camera7 MP vs 5 MP
- iPhone 8 Plus has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.1
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 8 Plus wins — BeastScore 64.5/100
The iPhone 8 Plus is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (18W vs 10W) and sharper selfie camera (7 MP vs 5 MP). The OnePlus One is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,691 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Larger battery: 3,100 mAh vs 2,691 mAh · Lighter: 162 g vs 202 g (40 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 8 Plus or OnePlus One?
The iPhone 8 Plus is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (18W vs 10W) and sharper selfie camera (7 MP vs 5 MP). The OnePlus One is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,691 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 8 Plus 64.5/100, OnePlus One 65.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 8 Plus and OnePlus One?
iPhone 8 Plus has a 5.5-inch display and 2691 mAh battery. OnePlus One has a 5.5-inch display and 3100 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 8 Plus and OnePlus One compare for speed?
iPhone 8 Plus scores 60/100 for performance; OnePlus One scores 60/100.
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