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Known as the 'flagship destroyer', every OnePlus release garners attention, especially their premium line like the OnePlus 8T. So, what sets this phone apart and is it worth the investment?
Let's delve into it with Mytour and find the answers.
1. Unboxing and specifications of the OnePlus 8T 5G smartphone
1.1 What's inside the box of the newly purchased OnePlus 8T 5G phone?
With several phone brands omitting chargers from their new boxes, many users wonder if OnePlus follows suit with the OnePlus 8T recently released.
And the answer is, the OnePlus 8T 5G box indeed includes a charger, charging cable, and even comes with a complimentary phone case. Of course, the user manual and SIM ejector tool are also included essentials.
1.2 Detailed specifications of the OnePlus 8T smartphone
Before evaluating the OnePlus 8T, let's dive into its technical specifications:
– Body: 160.7×74.1×8.4mm, 188g; Front glass (Gorilla Glass), back glass (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame; Colors: Aquamarine Green, Lunar Silver.
– Display: 6.55' flexible AMOLED, 1080x2400px, 20:9, 402ppi; 120Hz, HDR10+, Always-on display.
– Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (7nm+): Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 585); Adreno 650.
– Memory: 8GB / 12GB RAM, 128 / 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.
– Operating System / Software: Android 11, OxygenOS 11.
– Rear Camera: Main: 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm, 1/2.0', 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS; Ultra-wide: 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 123˚, 1/3.6', 1.0µm; Macro: 5 MP, f/2.4; Depth: 2 MP, f/2.4;
– Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama.
– Front Camera: 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06', 1.0µm; Auto-HDR.
– Video Recording: Rear Camera: 4K @ 30 / 60fps, 1080p @ 30/60 / 240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS; Front Camera: 1080p @ 30fps, EIS.
– Battery: 4500mAh; 65W fast charging, 100% in 39 minutes (advertised).
– Other: In-display fingerprint sensor; stereo speakers; NFC.
2. Detailed review of the OnePlus 8T 5G smartphone
2.1 OnePlus 8T 5G phone design review
The OnePlus 8T 5G phone boasts a familiar design language but still earns praise for its modern and stylish appearance with its edge-to-edge display, ultra-slim edges, and slight curvature providing a premium feel. Additionally, OnePlus utilizes an aluminum frame combined with a glass back panel for a luxurious look and feel.
OnePlus features clever physical buttons, with the power and notification toggle on the right edge similar to an iPhone, though the sliding mechanism is vertical rather than horizontal.
On the left side of the OnePlus 8T 5G are the volume control buttons.
Meanwhile, the top and bottom edges are designed with charging ports, impressive speaker grilles, meeting user needs.
A standout feature of the OnePlus 8T 5G phone is its IP68 water resistance rating, meaning it remains unaffected even if submerged in water. The user experience is such that despite having a glass back, there are no fingerprint smudges, providing a comfortable grip without slipping.
2.2 Reviewing the display capabilities of the OnePlus 8T 5G phone screen
The OnePlus 8T 5G is equipped with a 6.55-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, protected by premium and sturdy Gorilla Glass 5, ensuring excellent durability for the screen.
The standout feature of the OnePlus 8T 5G screen is its impressive 120Hz refresh rate, a feature typically found only on top-tier flagships in the market. This brings exceptional smoothness to the device.
Additionally, the OnePlus 8T 5G phone's screen integrates HDR10+, HDR10, and HGL technologies. The device also supports Windvine L1 DRM, allowing users to enjoy high-quality Netflix content.
From screen quality tests, the OnePlus 8T 5G boasts impressive metrics, with all indicators performing relatively well compared to competitors in the same segment.
2.3 Reviewing battery life and charging technology
The OnePlus 8T 5G phone features a 4500mAh battery, slightly lower than the OnePlus 8, but the usage time is not significantly different. The OnePlus 8T 5G offers up to 104 hours of standby time, nearly 31 hours of continuous talk time, 13 hours of internet browsing, and 16 hours of video playback.
A strong point of the OnePlus 8T 5G phone is that it's the first OnePlus device to support 65W charging. With this charging technology, the OnePlus 8T 5G achieves impressive fast charging times. Specifically, the device can be fully charged from 0% in just 39 minutes, an incredibly impressive figure for a smartphone in today's market.
Therefore, users can completely trust the battery life of the OnePlus 8T 5G phone without worrying.
2.4 Configuration and performance of the OnePlus 8T 5G phone
The OnePlus 8T 5G phone is equipped with the Snapdragon 865 chipset, similar to its siblings OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro. It comes with options for 8GB or 12GB of RAM and internal storage options of 128GB and 256GB.
Currently, the version available in the Vietnamese market is only the OnePlus 8T 5G 12GB/256GB – the highest configuration with a price of 18,990,000 VND.
The memory used on the OnePlus 8T 5G is UFS 3.1, which has faster read and write speeds than the UFS 3.0 generation. This, combined with the fast refresh rate screen, helps the OnePlus 8T 5G achieve extremely impressive processing performance.
According to the AnTuTu 8 benchmark results, the OnePlus 8T 5G scores 586,000 points, outperforming smartphones using similar chips such as the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, Huawei P40 Pro… In real-world usage, users will experience smooth and impressive performance.
2.5 Evaluating the camera capabilities of the OnePlus 8T 5G phone
OnePlus equips the 8T 5G with an impressive camera setup featuring a quad-camera array including:
– The 48MP main camera is equipped with a Sony IMX586 sensor 1/2.0″ with an aperture of f/1.7.
– The ultra-wide-angle camera with a 16MP lens is equipped with a Sony IMX481 sensor, with an aperture of f/2.2, capturing angles of 123 or 116 degrees.
– A 5MP macro camera with an aperture of f/2.4.
– A 2MP depth-sensing camera with an aperture of f/2.4.
Meanwhile, the phone's selfie camera uses a 16MP lens with an f/2.4 aperture, equipped with the Sony IMX471 sensor.
This camera setup delivers impressive photo capabilities for the OnePlus 8T, and photos taken from this smartphone in various scenarios all yield very impressive results.
3. What is the price of the OnePlus 8T 5G phone? Should you buy it?
Currently, the OnePlus 8T 5G in the Vietnamese market only comes with one option: 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage, priced at 18,990,000 VND. However, retailers currently offer promotions for this smartphone at only 15,990,000 VND along with many accompanying gifts. At this price, users have plenty of options, such as the Mi 11 5G for a more powerful configuration with the Snapdragon 888 chip, the Oppo Find X2 for the camera, and the impressive overall design of the S21.
However, with its fast charging capabilities, premium overall package, and strong reputation in the market, the OnePlus 8T 5G remains an excellent choice for those looking to purchase a high-end smartphone at a reasonable price.
