OnePlus’s never settle policy is on high. As the company is aiming to provide cutting-edge hardware for its fan base the company has launched OnePlus 5T within 6 months of launching OnePlus 5. So, one can purchase the OnePlus 5T via Amazon and OnePlus experience store.
The OnePlus 5T is available in two storage options, one with 6 GB RAM and 64 GB onboard storage which retails in India for ₹32,999 and the 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage model retails in India for ₹37,999. For the beginners, the company is offering up to ₹1,500 cash back for the HDFC credit and debit card users, this does apply even if you choose to go with EMI option.
Other introductory offers like free Zomato Gold membership for 12 months and free insurance from Kotak Mahindra, if you open an account with minimum 1000 rupees deposit. Amazon is providing free 500 worth credits on Amazon Kindle store and ₹300 rupees cashback for new Amazon Prime customers. So, purchasing this device will be a great idea, if you are planning to buy a new flagship smartphone.
Rather listing the specifications, here are the points why you should or should not pick the OnePlus 5T:
- This is the cheapest flagship smartphone available in the world, packed with feature rich specifications.
- Offers a new 18:9 aspect ratio display with narrow bezels along 6.0-inch screen real estate with the same form factor as that of the OnePlus 5.
- Powered by the top of the tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Octa-core SoC, which is the best top of the tier flagship Mobile SOlution available for the Android ecosystem.
- This powerful processor is paired with massive 6 GB or 8 GB LPDDR4x RAM with 64 GB or 128 GB high-speed UFS 2.1 storage module.
- Offers both USB type C port and 3.5 mm headphone jack.
- Supports dual camera setup with 20 MP + 16 MP camera with an improved F/1.7 aperture on both the lenses with 4K video recording and portrait mode.
- Face unlocking feature using front-facing selfie camera.
- Dash charging, which charges the smartphone up to 60 percent in just 30 minutes of charge time.
- Latest software updates with stock Android look-alike user interface.
Here are the reasons not to purchase the OnePlus 5T:
- No HDR 10 or Dolby Vision capability.
- No stereo speaker setup.
- No water or dust resistance AKA IP certifications.
- Higher after sale repair costs.
- Still uses a 1080p panel.
- No optical image stabilisation for the main camera.
- No wireless charging support.
- No prominent upgrade over the OnePlus 3T and OnePlus 5.
So, finally, what do you think about the OnePlus 5T? Are you planning to upgrade to the same? Share your views in the comments below.