OnePlus One
The OnePlus One is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.5" · 152.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm (6.02 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
RAM3GB
Storage16GB | 64GB
Main Camera13 MP · Dual-LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 401 PPI screen
✓5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 162g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, April. Released 2014, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
401 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 4K(DCI)@24fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3100 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
162g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
152.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm (6.02 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Silk White, Sandstone Black
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the OnePlus One does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the OnePlus One has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the OnePlus One does not support a memory card.
The OnePlus One SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the OnePlus One has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes, dual mono speakers.
The OnePlus One ships with Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow).
The OnePlus One uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
The OnePlus One supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot.
The OnePlus One has 4.1, A2DP.
