OnePlus 8 vs OnePlus 8T
A comprehensive, side-by-side technical breakdown.
OnePlus 8
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight: 180 g
OnePlus 8T
Thickness: 8.4 mm
Weight: 188 g
General Specifications | ||
| Specification | OnePlus 8  | OnePlus 8T  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | OnePlus | OnePlus |
| Model | OnePlus 8 | OnePlus 8T |
| Announcement Date | April 14, 2020 | October 14, 2020 |
| Release Status | Available (Released April 2020) | Available (Released October 2020) |
| Launch Starting Price | ₹41,999 / $699 (8GB+128GB) | ₹42,999 (8GB+128GB) / $749 (12GB+256GB) |
Design & Build | ||
| Height | 160.2 mm | 160.7 mm |
| Width | 72.9 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Thickness / Depth | 8.0 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Weight | 180 grams | 188 grams |
| Front Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (3D Curved) | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (Flat 2.5D) |
| Back Material | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (3D Curved) | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Alert Slider | 3-Position Physical Alert Slider | 3-Position Physical Alert Slider |
Display | ||
| Display Technology | Fluid AMOLED, 90 Hz, HDR10+ | Fluid AMOLED, 120 Hz, HDR10+ |
| Screen Size | 6.55 inches (~88.7% screen-to-body) | 6.55 inches (~87.0% screen-to-body) |
| Resolution | FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels) | FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels) |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz Smooth Display | 120 Hz Ultra-Smooth Display |
| Always-On Display (AOD) | Ambient Display only | Full Always-On Display (Insight/Canvas) |
Performance & Hardware | ||
| Operating System | Android 10; final major version Android 13 | Android 11; final major version Android 13 |
| Chipset / SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) |
| Storage Technology | UFS 3.0 (2-LANE) | UFS 3.1 (Faster write speed) |
| RAM Options | 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR4X | 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR4X |
| Cooling System | Copper Heatpipe Cooling | Vapor Chamber Cooling (285% larger) |
Camera | ||
| Rear Camera Count | 3 (48 MP + 16 MP + 2 MP) | 4 (48 MP + 16 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP) |
| Main Camera | 48 MP, f/1.75, 26mm, PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm, PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide Camera | 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm (116˚ FOV) | 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm (123˚ Ultra-Wide FOV) |
| Macro Camera | 2 MP, f/2.4 fixed focus | 5 MP, f/2.4 enhanced macro |
| Front Camera | 16 MP, f/2.45, Sony IMX471 | 16 MP, f/2.4, Sony IMX471 |
Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 4,300 mAh Li-Po (Single-cell) | 4,500 mAh Li-Po (Twin-cell) |
| Wired Fast Charging | 30W Warp Charge 30T | 65W Warp Charge 65 |
| Full Charge Time (0-100%) | About 55 minutes | 39 minutes (official claim) |
Hardware & Feature Balance
Comprehensive assessment across display speed, 65W charging, camera array, and long-term OS support
Compute & Storage Benchmarks
Normalized Snapdragon 865 performance with UFS 3.1 vs UFS 3.0 storage
65W vs 30W Warp Charge Speed
Total time required for a 0-100% full battery charge (lower is faster)
Both phones share the Snapdragon 865, but critical differences in screen refresh rate, charging speed, and ergonomics tailor them to distinct buyer personas.
| Target Persona | OnePlus 8 | OnePlus 8T |
|---|---|---|
The Fast-Paced Power User Needs rapid 65W Warp Charge to top up in 39 minutes and faster UFS 3.1 storage throughput. | 8.4/ 10 | 9.5/ 10 Best Fit |
The High-FPS Mobile Gamer Demands a buttery 120Hz refresh rate, a flat display to prevent edge palm touches, and a larger cooling chamber. | 8.6/ 10 | 9.6/ 10 Best Fit |
The Compact & Ergonomic Flagship Fan Values a slimmer (8.0 mm) and noticeably lighter (180 g) in-hand profile with premium 3D curved glass. | 9.4/ 10 Best Fit | 8.5/ 10 |
The Mobile Photographer Prioritizes a wider 123° ultrawide lens, upgraded 5MP macro detail, and Video Nightscape mode. | 8.3/ 10 | 9.0/ 10 Best Fit |
The Software Feature Seeker Wants the newer Android 11 launch base and built-in Always-On Display, while noting that both models ended on Android 13. | 8.2/ 10 | 8.6/ 10 Best Fit |
Top 10 Core Metrics Analysis
Comparative score breakdown across 120Hz display, 65W charging, cameras, performance, and long-term OxygenOS updates
OnePlus 8
Wins on in-hand comfort with an ultra-light 180g weight, sleek 8.0mm curved glass profile, and vivid 90Hz AMOLED display.
OnePlus 8T
Leads with 65W Warp Charge, a flat 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display, UFS 3.1 storage, and a larger 4,500 mAh battery.
