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OnePlus 7
OnePlus 7 Pro
Front side of the OnePlus 7 Pro
BrandOnePlus
ManufacturerOnePlus
TypeSmartphone (7)
Phablet (7 Pro)
Slogan"Go Beyond Speed"
First releasedMay 14, 2019; 6 years ago (2019-05-14)
PredecessorOnePlus 6T
SuccessorOnePlus 7T
Compatible networks2G, 3G, and 4G
5G (5G model only)[1]
Form factorSlate
Dimensions7: 157.7 mm × 74.8 mm × 8.2 mm (6.21 in × 2.94 in × 0.32 in)
7 Pro: 162.6 mm × 75.9 mm × 8.8 mm (6.40 in × 2.99 in × 0.35 in)
Weight7: 182 g (6.4 oz)
7 Pro: 206 g (7.3 oz)
Operating systemOxygenOS (based on Android Pie)
7 and 7 Pro: Upgradable to OxygenOS 12 (Android 12) since October 2022
7 Pro 5G: Upgradable to OxygenOS 10 (Android 10)
System-on-chipQualcomm Snapdragon 855
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 485)
GPUAdreno 640
Memory6, 8, or 12 GB LPDDR4X RAM
Storage128 GB or 256 GB
Battery7: 3700 mAh with Dash Charge technology (20W)
7 Pro: 4000 mAh Li-Ion with Warp Charge technology (30W)
Rear camera7: 48 MP, f/1.7, 1/2", 0.8 μm + 5 MP, f/2.4, 1.12 μm PDAF, OIS, Dual-LED flash, 2x zoom
Video: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@480fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS
7 Pro: 48 MP, f/1.6, 1/2", 0.8 μm + 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (Ultrawide) + 8 MP, f/2.4, 78mm (Telephoto) Laser/PDAF, OIS, 3x zoom, Dual-LED flash
Video: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@480fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS
Front camera16 MP, f/2.0, 25mm, 1/3.1", 1.0 μm
Video: 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Display7: 6.41 in (163 mm) 2340×1080 1080p Optic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, DCI-P3[2]
7 Pro: 6.67 in (169 mm), 3120×1440 1440p Fluid AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, (516 ppi) HDR10+, 90 Hz[3]
SoundDolby Atmos Dual stereo speakers with active noise cancellation
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.0
Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac
3G/LTE
Data inputs
Codenameguacamoleb (7)
guacamole (7 Pro)
Websiteoneplus.com/7
oneplus.com/7pro
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The OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro (stylized as “OnePlus 7Pro”) are Android smartphones manufactured by OnePlus. They were unveiled on 14 May 2019.[4][5]

Specifications

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Design

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Both phones have a metal/glass construction, with an anodized aluminium frame and Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back. The OnePlus 7 opts for a more conservative design with a notch, resembling the 6T, while the OnePlus 7 Pro has a near-full screen curved display with an 88.1% screen-to-body ratio. Both are available in Mirror Gray; Mirror Red and Mirror Blue are exclusive to the 7 while Almond and Nebula Blue are exclusive to the 7 Pro.

Hardware

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Internally, both phones use the Snapdragon 855 processor with the Adreno 640 GPU. Both phones are available with either 128 or 256 GB of storage, although the 7 Pro is available with 12 GB of RAM in addition to the 6 and 8 GB variants on the 7. A version of the OnePlus 7 with 12 GB of RAM is available in China.[6] Both phones have an AMOLED display, but the 7 Pro has a slightly larger 1440p screen as opposed to the 7's 1080p screen. The 7 Pro also has a faster 90 Hz refresh rate, rivaling gaming phones such as the ROG Phone and the Razer Phone. Both phones have stereo speakers with active noise cancellation as well. Due to the larger screen, the 7 Pro is also physically larger and has a 4000 mAh battery, the largest in a OnePlus phone. The 7 uses a 3700 mAh battery, which is the same capacity as the 6T's. Power and data connections are provided through the USB-C port; both support fast charging with the 7 rated at 20W and the 7 Pro rated at 30W. Biometric options include an optical (under-screen) fingerprint sensor and facial recognition.

Camera

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The 7 Pro's all-screen design is enabled by a motorized pop-up selfie camera. The motor is rated as being capable of surviving up to 300,000 actuations.[7] The phone will warn users if they are using the camera too often,[8] and has fall detection which automatically retracts the camera. A warning will also be displayed if the camera is pushed back in manually. Both phones have a 16 MP sensor for the front camera, but the 7 Pro's rear cameras are noticeably upgraded. The primary sensor is 48 MP with OIS; the 7 has a 5 MP depth sensor, while the 7 Pro has a 16 MP wide-angle sensor and an S5K3M3 8 MP telephoto sensor.

Software

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OnePlus released OxygenOS 12 H.41 for the 7 and 7 Pro,[9] based on Android 12, but not the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G, which remains on OxygenOS 10.

Although the software maintenance schedule given by OnePlus[10] mentions only two Android upgrades, the devices without 5G received these 2 upgrades to OxygenOS 10 and OxygenOS 11, and then OnePlus delivered a final upgrade to OxygenOS 12 to match the OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro, which each received only 2 upgrades, ending on the same version of OxygenOS.

Network compatibility

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Model GSM

Bands

CDMA

Bands

UMTS

Bands

LTE

Bands

5G

Bands

7 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz BC0, BC1 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 19 FDD: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 32

TDD: 34, 38, 39, 40, 41

N/A
7 Pro 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz BC0, BC1 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 19 FDD: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30**, 32, 66, 71**

TDD: 34, 38, 39, 40*, 41, 46**, 48**

N/A
7 Pro 5G 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz BC0, BC1 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 19 FDD: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 66

TDD: 34, 38, 39, 40, 41

n41 NSA**, n78*

Notes: * denotes global, ** denotes North America

The regular OnePlus 7 was not available in the United States.[11]

Variants

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Both OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro have several variants. The differences are usually with the supported bands. The pricing for the OnePlus 7 varied across international markets. OnePlus 7 has been sold for as much as $690 in Europe but later got a price reduction, retailing for as low as $465 when purchased directly from OnePlus.[12] A Mirror Blue variant, which was launched in India, cost roughly $480.[13] The price of the base model of OnePlus 7 Pro was around $670[14] while its higher end variants were sold for as much as $749.[15]

Model Variant Region
OnePlus 7 GM1900 Chinese / HK
GM1901 Indian
GM1903 Europe
Model Variant Region
OnePlus 7 Pro GM1910 Chinese / HK
GM1911 Indian
GM1913 Europe
GM1915 T-Mobile
GM1917 North America
Model Variant Region
OnePlus 7 Pro 5G GM1920 Europe
GM1925 Sprint

Reception

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The OnePlus 7 Pro was received positively, with CNET giving it an 8.8/10,[16] The Verge giving it an 8.5/10,[17] Wired giving it an 8/10[18] and Engadget giving it a 91.[19] The screen, performance, cameras and design were all praised, but it received some criticism for the lack of an IP Rating, wireless charging and a headphone jack. Engadget called it "a beast of a device that delivers fantastic mobile cinematic plus gaming experience, and one that’s in a well-designed package".

The 7 Pro received a score of 111 from DxOMark, it ranked as the third best smartphone camera at the time behind the P30 Pro and Galaxy S10 5G. It has a photo score of 118 and a video score of 98.[20]

Marques Brownlee considered the 7 Pro to be the smartphone of 2019 because it "felt like the best, most complete smartphone of the year".[21]

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The OnePlus 7 is a flagship Android smartphone developed and manufactured by the Chinese consumer electronics company OnePlus, announced on May 14, 2019, and released in late May 2019 as the base model in the OnePlus 7 series alongside the premium OnePlus 7 Pro. It features a 6.41-inch Optic AMOLED display with a 2340 x 1080 resolution and HDR10 support, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 octa-core processor with up to 12 GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256 GB UFS 3.0 storage options (no microSD expansion). The device includes a dual rear camera setup with a 48 MP primary sensor (f/1.7, phase detection autofocus, OIS) and a 5 MP depth sensor for portrait mode, a 16 MP front-facing camera in a waterdrop notch, and a 3700 mAh battery supporting 20W Warp Charge fast charging but no wireless charging. Positioned as an affordable high-performance alternative to the curved-display OnePlus 7 Pro, the OnePlus 7 emphasizes speed and value with dual stereo speakers tuned by , an in-display optical fingerprint sensor, and 9.5 based on Android 9.0 out of the box, later upgradable to 12.1 on with quarterly security updates until 2022. Its aluminum frame and 5 front/back construction measures 157.7 x 74.8 x 8.2 mm and weighs 182 grams, available in colors like Mirror Gray, Mirror Blue, and Red, with a starting price of around $569 for the 6 GB/128 GB variant. Notable enhancements include a dedicated gaming mode for optimized performance, improved haptic feedback via a new vibration motor, and 4G LTE connectivity (no support on this model). The phone received praise for its smooth software experience and camera improvements over predecessors, though it was critiqued for lacking IP water resistance and expandable storage compared to some rivals.

History

Development

The OnePlus 7 was developed as the direct successor to the , with a primary focus on maintaining the brand's reputation for offering flagship-level features at accessible prices while enhancing key areas such as camera performance and display quality. OnePlus aimed to refine its product strategy by introducing a dual-variant lineup—the standard OnePlus 7 and the premium OnePlus 7 Pro—to address varying consumer segments without diluting the core value proposition of high-end specifications at competitive pricing. This approach marked a shift from single-device annual releases, allowing the company to cater to both budget-conscious users seeking solid upgrades and those desiring more advanced innovations. Key engineering decisions during development centered on performance and user-centric design. The adoption of the 855 chipset was a deliberate choice to deliver substantial improvements over the Snapdragon 845 in the 6T, achieving up to a 45% boost in overall performance while optimizing power efficiency for better battery endurance. For the 7 Pro variant, engineers emphasized a motorized pop-up selfie camera mechanism to eliminate the notch and maximize screen-to-body ratio, enabling a seamless edge-to-edge display experience; this innovation underwent rigorous durability testing, simulating over 300,000 activations to ensure reliability equivalent to years of daily use. Additionally, the decision to forgo wireless charging was based on engineering assessments that it generated excessive heat and slower speeds compared to the company's proprietary Warp Charge wired technology, prioritizing practical efficiency over trendy features. Guided by the "Never Settle" philosophy, integrated extensive user feedback from previous models into the development process to drive iterative refinements, particularly in display smoothness and battery optimization. Community input influenced adjustments like punchier color tuning in the camera system to better align with user preferences for vibrant imaging, supported by a dedicated camera lab that tested over 100 lighting scenarios using robotic simulations for exposure, color accuracy, and clarity. This feedback-driven methodology ensured the 7 series addressed common pain points from the 6T, such as display fluidity through higher refresh rates on the Pro model and enhanced battery life via efficiencies, all while upholding the brand's commitment to innovative yet accessible premium hardware.

Announcement and release

The OnePlus 7 series was publicly announced on May 14, 2019, through simultaneous launch events held in , , New York, and Bangalore. These gatherings showcased the devices' hardware advancements, with live demonstrations highlighting the OnePlus 7 Pro's 90 Hz Fluid display for smoother scrolling and animations compared to standard 60 Hz screens on competing flagships. The standard OnePlus 7 became available for purchase starting June 4, 2019, in key markets including Europe, India, the United Kingdom, and China via the OnePlus website and partners like Amazon India, though it was not offered officially in the United States, where the company continued emphasizing the previous OnePlus 6T as a budget option. In contrast, the OnePlus 7 Pro rolled out earlier, with sales beginning May 17 in the US through OnePlus.com and T-Mobile stores, and May 21 in Europe, India, and the UK. Pre-orders for both models opened immediately after the announcement, supported by carrier partnerships such as T-Mobile in the US and EE in the UK for the 7 Pro. Pricing positioned the series as an affordable alternative to premium competitors, reinforcing 's "flagship killer" reputation. The 7 started at €559 for the 6 GB RAM/128 GB storage configuration and €609 for the 8 GB RAM/256 GB variant in . The 7 Pro, meanwhile, launched at $669 for its base 6 GB RAM/128 GB model in the , rising to $699 for 8 GB RAM/256 GB and $749 for 12 GB RAM/256 GB. In , the base 7 was priced at ₹32,999, underscoring regional affordability strategies.

Design and build

Physical construction

The OnePlus 7 features a and metal , with a front panel protected by Corning 6 and a rear panel covered in 5, sandwiched between an anodized aluminum frame. The device measures 157.7 by 74.8 by 8.2 millimeters and weighs 182 grams, contributing to its slim and lightweight profile. Available color options include Mirror Gray globally, with Red variants limited to select markets like and . In contrast, the OnePlus 7 Pro employs a similar premium build with on both the front and rear panels, paired with an aluminum frame for structural integrity. It is larger at 162.6 by 75.9 by 8.8 millimeters and heavier at 206 grams, reflecting its curved-edge design for enhanced . Color choices for the 7 Pro encompass Mirror Gray, Nebula Blue, and , offering varied aesthetic finishes. Neither model carries an official IP rating for water or dust resistance, though describes them as splash-resistant under optimal conditions without providing guarantees against liquid damage. Both incorporate a fingerprint-resistant on the rear to minimize smudges and include dual stereo speakers tuned with for improved audio output. Aesthetic elements distinguish the models: the standard OnePlus 7 uses a waterdrop-style notch to house the front camera, maintaining a balanced front fascia, while the 7 Pro adopts edge-to-edge curved glass and a motorized pop-up camera mechanism to achieve a notchless, immersive appearance.

Display features

The 7 is equipped with a 6.41-inch Optic display featuring a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels at a 19.5:9 , delivering a pixel density of 402 ppi and a standard 60 Hz . This panel supports for enhanced dynamic range in compatible content and includes an always-on ambient display mode for quick glances at notifications and time without fully waking the screen. It also integrates an optical in-display beneath the screen for secure and convenient unlocking. In contrast, the OnePlus 7 Pro upgrades to a 6.67-inch Fluid display with a sharper QHD+ resolution of x 3120 pixels, also at a 19.5:9 , achieving a higher of 516 ppi and an adaptive 90 Hz that dynamically adjusts between 60 Hz and 90 Hz for smoother scrolling and animations while optimizing battery life. The 7 Pro's screen incorporates curved edges on all sides, contributing to an 88.1% screen-to-body ratio for a more immersive, bezel-less viewing experience, further enabled by its motorized pop-up front camera mechanism that eliminates the need for a notch or punch-hole cutout. It also integrates an optical in-display beneath the screen for secure and convenient unlocking. Both displays offer vibrant color reproduction, covering 100% of the color gamut in their natural viewing modes to ensure accurate and wide color representation for media consumption. The OnePlus 7 reaches a peak of 642 nits max (measured) in standard use, sufficient for indoor and moderate outdoor visibility, while the 7 Pro achieves higher peaks of up to 813 nits in high ambient light or HDR content, with HDR10+ certification enabling dynamic for improved contrast and detail in supported videos.

Technical specifications

Processor and memory

The OnePlus 7 features the 855 system-on-chip (SoC), built on a 7 nm manufacturing process for improved efficiency and power density. This chipset includes an octa-core Kryo 485 CPU configuration consisting of one high-performance core at 2.84 GHz, three performance cores at 2.42 GHz, and four efficiency cores at 1.78 GHz, complemented by the 640 (GPU) for handling graphics-intensive tasks. Memory options for the OnePlus 7 include 6 GB or 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM, enabling smooth multitasking and app performance, paired with 128 GB or 256 GB of UFS 3.0 internal storage for faster read and write speeds compared to previous generations. The device does not support microSD card expansion for additional storage. In terms of performance, the Snapdragon 855 delivered a AnTuTu v7 benchmark score of around 368,000, reflecting its capability in CPU, GPU, memory, and tests at launch. To enhance gaming, the OnePlus 7 incorporates mode, which optimizes CPU and GPU resources, reduces network latency, and blocks notifications for an immersive experience.

Battery and charging

The OnePlus 7 features a non-removable 3700 mAh lithium-polymer battery, providing reliable power for daily use. Both models prioritize efficiency through hardware optimizations, contributing to consistent performance without removable components. Charging is handled via with OnePlus's proprietary 20 W Warp Charge technology, operating at 5 V/4 A for rapid replenishment. This system achieves a full charge in approximately 60 minutes, with 55% capacity reached in the first 30 minutes under optimal conditions. Wireless charging is not supported, aligning with OnePlus's focus on wired efficiency over compatibility. Battery endurance on the OnePlus 7 reaches a composite rating of 102 hours in standardized tests, encompassing talk time, web , and video playback, which translates to over a full day of mixed usage including streaming and app navigation. The device incorporates Android's adaptive battery features and built-in Battery Saver modes to intelligently manage power consumption by limiting background activity and adjusting screen brightness dynamically. These optimizations help extend runtime during intensive tasks without compromising usability.

Camera system

The OnePlus 7 features a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 48-megapixel primary ( IMX586, f/1.7 , phase-detection (PDAF), and optical (OIS)) paired with a 5-megapixel depth for effects. It incorporates a dual LED flash to enhance low-light performance and supports electronic (EIS) across video modes. For selfies, the OnePlus 7 employs a fixed 16-megapixel (Sony IMX471, f/2.0 ) housed in a teardrop notch, capturing video at 30 fps with HDR support. Key imaging capabilities include 4K video recording at up to 60 fps on the rear cameras, slow-motion capture at 480 fps in resolution, and the Nightscape mode, which uses multi-frame processing to improve low-light without a .

Software

Initial software

The OnePlus 7 launched with Android 9.0 Pie as its operating system, customized through for global markets and HydrogenOS 9.5 for the Chinese variant. provided a near-stock Android experience with minimal modifications, while HydrogenOS was adapted for regional preferences, including integration with local services and absence of . Both versions emphasized performance optimization and user privacy from the outset. Key user interface features in the initial software included gesture-based navigation for seamless screen interaction, Zen Mode to promote focused usage by temporarily disabling distractions for a set period (such as 20 minutes), and a built-in Screen Recorder capable of capturing internal audio alongside external microphone input. The software came preloaded with essential applications like the Play Store and , while maintaining a bloatware-free environment to ensure a lightweight and responsive system. Customization options were robust, featuring Always-On Ambient Display for glanceable notifications, Night Light to reduce blue light emission for better , and Reading Mode to adjust screen contrast for prolonged text viewing. The interface supported face unlock via the front camera for quick authentication and integrated with the in-display optical sensor for secure, on-screen . at launch highlighted a clean, stock-like Android foundation augmented by OnePlus-specific enhancements, such as Parallel Apps, which allowed users to clone select applications (e.g., or ) for managing multiple accounts without third-party tools.

Updates and support

The OnePlus 7 series received three major Android operating system updates following its initial launch with Android 9 Pie. It was upgraded to Android 10 with OxygenOS 10 starting in September 2019, with the stable version rolling out globally from October 2019. The device then received Android 11 via OxygenOS 11, with the stable update beginning rollout in December 2020 and completing for most regions by early 2021. Finally, Android 12 arrived with OxygenOS 12, entering open beta in July 2022 and achieving stable release in October 2022 for global models. No further major OS updates, such as Android 13, were provided, aligning with the series reaching its software end-of-life. Security patches for the 7 were delivered periodically after launch, initially on a near-monthly or bi-monthly basis through 2021, transitioning to less frequent quarterly updates by 2022 as the device aged. The final security update, incorporating the December 2022 Android security patch, was rolled out in January 2023 as part of 12's last minor patch (MP3). officially declared the series end-of-life in January 2023, ceasing all further software support, including security patches, with no additional updates issued in 2023 or 2024. Variant-specific support varied, with global editions of the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro receiving the full three major OS upgrades up to as outlined. In contrast, the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G variant—primarily the Verizon-locked model—was limited to with 10, receiving its last update around late 2020 due to carrier constraints and hardware compatibility issues. OnePlus's support policy for the 2019-launched 7 series promised two major OS updates and three years of security patches at the time of release, but the company exceeded this by delivering a third OS upgrade and extending security support to approximately four years through early 2023. No policy extensions were applied beyond this period, reflecting the device's age and OnePlus's evolving commitments for newer flagships, which began offering longer support starting with the 2023 lineup.

Variants and compatibility

Model variants

The OnePlus 7 series comprises the base 7 and the higher-end 7 Pro, each offered in several storage and RAM configurations to cater to different user needs and markets. These variants share the same core hardware design but differ in memory options and regional model identifiers. The standard 7 was available in three main configurations: 6 GB RAM paired with 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM with 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM with 256 GB storage. Model numbers for this device include GM1900 for the Chinese market, GM1901 for , GM1903 for global unlocked versions, GM1905 for , and GM1907 for in the . Color options such as , , and were offered, with availability varying by . The OnePlus 7 Pro provided more premium options, including 6 GB RAM with 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM with 256 GB storage, and a top-tier 12 GB RAM with 256 GB storage. Regional model numbers encompass GM1910 for , GM1911 for , GM1913 for /global unlocked, GM1915 for , and GM1917 for unlocked. Colors included Mirror Grey, Nebula Blue, and Almond, with availability varying by region. A dedicated 5G variant of the OnePlus 7 Pro, designated as model GM1920 (or GM1925 in some sub-variants), was launched for select European and markets to support early 5G networks, featuring 8 GB/256 GB and 12 GB/256 GB configurations. Chinese variants of both the 7 (GM1900) and 7 Pro (GM1910) shipped with HydrogenOS—a customized interface based on Android—optimized for local services and regulations, differing from the used in global editions.
ModelRAM/Storage ConfigurationsKey Model NumbersNotable Regional Notes
OnePlus 76 GB/128 GB
8 GB/128 GB
8 GB/256 GB		GM1900 ()
GM1901 ()
GM1903 (Global)
GM1905 (NA)
GM1907 ()		Primarily unlocked; support in
OnePlus 7 Pro6 GB/128 GB
8 GB/256 GB
12 GB/256 GB		GM1910 ()
GM1911 ()
GM1913 (/Global)
GM1915 ()
GM1917 ()		Colors vary by region
OnePlus 7 Pro 5G8 GB/256 GB
12 GB/256 GB		GM1920/GM1925 (/)-enabled; select markets

Network and regional compatibility

The OnePlus 7 features comprehensive connectivity options, including 4G LTE support with Category 16 downlink speeds up to 1 Gbps via 5CA and 4x4 , alongside 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac ( 5) with 2x2 on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, 5.0 supporting HD, LDAC, and AAC codecs, NFC for contactless payments, and USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 for data transfer and charging. The 7 Pro variant adds connectivity limited to sub-6 GHz bands (such as n41), without support for mmWave spectrum, enabling faster data rates on compatible networks like T-Mobile's in select regions. Global models of the OnePlus 7 support a wide range of bands for broad compatibility in and , including 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, /HSDPA Bands 1/2/4/5/8, and LTE FDD Bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/26/28 alongside TDD Bands 34/38/39/40/41, ensuring reliable coverage on major carriers with examples like Band 1 (2100 MHz), Band 3 (1800 MHz), Band 7 (2600 MHz), and Band 20 (800 MHz) for European networks. In the United States, the standard 7 was not officially available, but the OnePlus 7 Pro offered limited compatibility primarily through , supporting key LTE bands such as 2/4/12/66/71 for voice and data services, though lacking full support for carriers like or Verizon due to missing bands like 30. Regional adaptations vary by market; Chinese variants (model GM1900) run on Hydrogen OS without native , requiring manual installation for apps like the Play Store, but include optimized integrations for local services such as for seamless payments and social features within the operating system. All models support dual nano-SIM configuration for flexible multi-network use.

Reception and legacy

Critical reception

The OnePlus 7 series received generally positive reviews upon its May 2019 launch, with critics praising its strong value proposition and performance while noting some compromises in features compared to premium competitors. awarded the OnePlus 7 Pro an 8.8 out of 10, highlighting its fast Snapdragon 855 processor, vibrant 90Hz display, and competitive pricing at $669, which undercut the by about $80 while offering similar or better specs in areas like screen size and refresh rate. The Verge gave the OnePlus 7 Pro an 8.5 out of 10, commending the clean software, excellent battery life exceeding a full day, and rapid Warp Charge that reaches 50% in 30 minutes, positioning it as a compelling "flagship killer" alternative to overpriced flagships like the Galaxy S10 Plus. Wired rated the OnePlus 7 Pro 9 out of 10, lauding the notchless 6.67-inch display for immersive video viewing and the overall performance that rivaled the Galaxy S10 Plus at a lower cost. scored the OnePlus 7 Pro 91 out of 100, emphasizing the fluid 90Hz Fluid AMOLED screen and reliable triple-camera system with ultrawide lens as significant upgrades over predecessors. For the base OnePlus 7, reviews were solid but tempered by its positioning as a more budget-oriented option without the Pro's standout features. gave it 8.5 out of 10, appreciating the shared Snapdragon 855 for flagship-level speed and superior battery endurance of 17.5 hours in testing, which even surpassed the Pro model. The Verge assigned it 8 out of 10, noting excellent , prompt software updates, and strong value at $579, though it felt like a minor iteration over the . Critics across the board highlighted strengths in battery life, with the 4,000mAh unit in the Pro lasting 12-15 hours under mixed use, and the base model's 3,700mAh performing comparably or better in efficiency tests. Fast charging via the 30W Warp Charge was a consistent praise, fully replenishing the Pro in about 1 hour 20 minutes and providing 20% in just 8 minutes. The interface on Android 9 Pie was lauded for its bloatware-free experience, customization options, and features like Zen Mode for . Camera improvements were welcomed, particularly the Pro's 48MP main sensor with optical stabilization and 16MP ultrawide lens for versatile shooting, though the base model's dual setup was seen as adequate for everyday use but lacking the Pro's breadth. Common criticisms included the absence of an official IP rating for water and dust resistance, raising durability concerns despite informal tests showing some resilience. The lack of charging was a frequent drawback, especially when compared to rivals like the Galaxy S10. Low-light camera performance drew mixed feedback, with the Pro's Nightscape mode improving on prior models but still trailing leaders like the Huawei P30 Pro in detail and noise reduction. Reviewers often viewed the standard OnePlus 7 as less innovative than the Pro, citing its teardrop notch and absence of the 90Hz display or pop-up camera as reasons it felt like a safer, less exciting choice.

Long-term impact

The OnePlus 7 reached end-of-life status in January 2023, with its final OxygenOS update based on incorporating the December 2022 security patch, after which OnePlus ceased providing any further OS upgrades or security updates. Despite the absence of official support, the device continues to function adequately for basic tasks like web browsing and in 2025, though it falls short in integrating modern AI capabilities and maintaining up-to-date security against emerging threats. Retrospective evaluations commend the OnePlus 7 series for its sustained performance and battery efficiency, enabling it to handle daily routines without significant slowdowns even after six years. However, its camera hardware now appears dated relative to advancements in , and the standard model's lack of support limits its utility in faster network environments. Enthusiast communities on platforms like XDA Forums emphasize the phone's robust custom ROM ecosystem, with ongoing developments such as Evolution X based on Android 15 and 11 extending its software lifespan through community-driven modifications as of early 2025. The OnePlus 7 series significantly bolstered 's market position, particularly in the , where the 7 Pro variant secured carrier partnerships like Sprint for its edition, helping the brand expand beyond online sales into broader retail and service provider channels. It reinforced the trend of affordable flagships by delivering high-end specifications at competitive prices, capturing substantial premium segment share—such as 43% in during Q2 2019—and outselling rivals like the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and Apple in key quarters. From a 2025 perspective, the 7 retains niche value as a budget secondary device for light users or as a platform for modding experiments, offering reliable hardware for explorations long after official patches ended in 2022.

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