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The OnePlus 5 has finally been unveiled and this is what the critics have to say about it

Philipp Rüegg
21.6.2017
Translation: machine translated

Top features, no superfluous software and all at an affordable price. The Chinese company OnePlus is consistently pursuing this strategy with its latest model, the OnePlus 5. After numerous rumours, the flagship was finally officially unveiled and the response has been almost entirely positive.

As with practically every new coveted device, the OnePlus 5 was not immune to leaks. Months before the official launch, images, specifications and benchmarks were buzzing around the web. Since Tuesday, the speculation has come to an end. The Chinese company OnePlus has officially unveiled the device. Not only that, test devices have apparently been in circulation for some time, so we've also been served up heaps of reviews.

This is what it looks like and what's inside

The OnePlus 5 next to its two predecessors. Picture: AndroidCentral

OnePlus is less known for its stylish looks, but rather for its top features at a relatively affordable price. The OnePlus 5 is a little more expensive (Swiss prices are not yet known), but you get a lot in return.

  • Dual camera
  • 5.5"-AMOLED display with 1080p
  • 6 or 8GB RAM
  • Snapdragon 835
  • 64 or 128GB storage
  • Dual SIM
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Fingerprint scanner

The whole thing is packaged in an elegant and lightweight aluminium casing (154.2x74.1x7.25 mm at 153g). The home button (with fingerprint sensor) is still there. Similar to the iPhone, there is a practical slider on the side. You can use it to mute the device, for example. With the fast charging function called Dash Charge, the OnePlus 5 can be fully charged via USB-C in under an hour. With a battery of 3300mAh, that's no mean feat.

There is a slider on the side to switch the ringtone on or off, for example. Image: The Verge

The OnePlus 5 compromises on the display, which at 1920x1080 pixels cannot keep up with the top models from Samsung and co. However, this will benefit the performance and battery life. As with its predecessors, you will also have to do without the microSD card slot. But at least the headphone connection is still there.

The camera consists of a wide-angle and a telephoto lens.image: MobileSyrup

OxygenOS is used as the operating system, which practically corresponds to a stock Android. With version 7.1.1, OnePlus also delivers almost the latest version of Android Nougat. All in all, a promising package.

What the testers say

The feedback is almost uniformly positive to exuberant. However, there are also a few points of criticism.

The Verge: "For OnePlus to stand out from the crowd on price, it needs to develop a truly unique camera system. In my experience with the OnePlus 5, it fails in this endeavour. The OnePlus 5 is good, but it should have been great."

Techradar: "The OnePlus may not be as affordable as previous models, but it's still one of the best smartphones on the market right now. A great camera, phenomenal performance and premium design make it a fantastic proposition for anyone looking for an affordable flagship."

Android Authority: "The OnePlus 5 might be the most expensive device OnePlus has produced to date. But it's packed with features and has insane specs, which is why it's worth every cents and still delivers the best value for money of any Android phone."

Price and availability

Switzerland is not an official sales country for OnePlus. We therefore have to import the device, insure it ourselves and offer our own warranty services. For this reason, the OnePlus 5, like the last OnePlus, will be slightly more expensive here than directly from OnePlus. The price quoted is a non-binding guide price. We will adjust the prices upon delivery if necessary and invoice pre-order customers accordingly.

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As a child, I wasn't allowed to have any consoles. It was only with the arrival of the family's 486 PC that the magical world of gaming opened up to me. Today, I'm overcompensating accordingly. Only a lack of time and money prevents me from trying out every game there is and decorating my shelf with rare retro consoles. 

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