OnePlus 10 Pro: When OnePlus first arrived to the smartphone scene, it was doing its best to provide flagship features at half the price.
Fast forward to now, and the OnePlus 10 Pro exemplifies the heights the brand has reached — no longer the “flagship killer” of old, but simply a flagship.
With top-tier internal hardware, a slick design and Hasselblad-backed cameras, the OnePlus 10 Pro is trying to compete directly with the likes of Samsung and Apple. But is it worth the hype? Let’s dive into the details.
Design: Brave and elegant
The OnePlus 10 Pro is an impressive phone at first glance. That large ceramic camera housing continues inoffensively into the metal frame, so the design is the same where the parts meet.
The back glass is a matte finish which smooths to a velvety feel in the hand and does surprisingly good at hiding fingerprints.
Coming in hues such as Volcanic Black to Emerald Forest, it’s a mix of modern sleek and power look.
It’s a rather dense device by dint of not being very cheap, coming in at 200 grams, though that weight is evenly spread and not all that heavy to wield even in long usage.
Display: It’s the Shining Star Here
That’s due to the 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and LTPO 2.0 tech (which means it’s capable of dynamically switching between 1Hz and 120Hz to save battery but keep things smooth). T
he display is punchy with sharp resolution and great sunlight legibility.
And whether you’re gaming, scrolling through Instagram or binge-watching Netflix, the visuals are smooth and draw you in.
In addition to HDR10+, you get access to more high-quality content than ever thanks to LPG for YouTube.
Performance: Built for Speed
OnePlus 10 Pro isn’t here to play Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip along with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage, the OnePlus 10 Pro takes everything that’s thrown at it in stride.
Gaming? Butter smooth. Multitasking? Lag-free. This phone the has solid performance, even when pushed hard. There’s also a new cooling system that ensures temperatures remain under control when the device is under heavy load.
It does get warm sometimes (especially on demanding games), but it’s not too bad.
It’s running OxygenOS 12.1 (based on Android 12), which brings a clean UI and useful features such as Zen Mode, Always-On Display, and customizable themes — even if some fans still miss the simplicity of the stock Android-like experience offered by older OnePlus phones.
Cameras: Hasselblad Influence Is Evident, But Not Perfect
On the back you have a triple-camera stack:
48MP main (Sony IMX789)
50MP ultra-wide (150° FOV)
8MP telephoto with 3.3x zoom
Day photos look great — full of detail, rich colors and strong dynamic range in all lighting conditions. Hasselblad’s Natural Color Calibration is really what really stands out here, particularly for skin tones and landscapes.
The ultra-wide sensor features a fun 150° fisheye mode, but standard stills from it are more useful. The telephoto lens gets the job done, but it doesn’t have the pop of Samsung’s zooms. Night photography is good, just not as good as the best of the best — pictures lose detail and noise seeps in.
The 32MP front camera is fine for selfies and video calls, but is capped at 1080p video, which is a little disappointing at this price.
Battery Life & Charging: Quick and Steady
The OnePlus 10 Pro does not disappoint when it comes to battery life either, and it can survive easily a full day of heavy usage thanks to it 5,000mAh cell. Moderate users can even stretch that out to a day and a half.
Even more impressive is the charging tech: 80W of wired charging (65W in various regions) and 50W of wireless charging. Charging via cable takes only 30–35 minutes for a full charge, and it’s almost equally as speedy wirelessly. You’re also getting reverse wireless charging for accessories.
Pros:
Breath taking AMOLED screen with 120Hz that’s adjustable
What we know: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 = power to burn
Fast charging: 80W underlying and 50W wireless charging
Construction of high-end with its own unique look
Clean OxygenOS experience with helpful features
cameras with Hasselblad tuning for better color accuracy
Cons:
US only); all models lack IP68 rating
Cameras still lagging behind Samsung and Apple in low light
May warm up during long gaming sessions
Front camera restricted to 1080p video
Oxygen OS is no longer as stock Android as it used to be
OnePlus 10 Pro Final Verdict
The OnePlus 10 Pro doesn’t just tick most of the flagship boxes — it’s good value for those who want a performance-first device with ultra-fast charging and a great display.
The camera still needs just a little bit more polish overall, but this is a big step in the right direction, with a big help from the Hasselblad partnership.
If you’re in the market for a high-end Android smartphone that looks like a million bucks, plays hard like a boss, and charges like greased lightning —without the bank-busting price, the OnePlus 10 Pro is quite possibly your new pocket pal.