On January 4 this year, OnePlus will release its new flagship performance phone, the OnePlus Ace3. This new machine equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8Gen2 processor has its configuration parameters fully exposed. With top-of-the-line hardware specifications and a large battery with long battery life, the OnePlus Ace3 is very likely to form a strong impact on the cost-effective flagship Redmi K70, which was just released earlier this year.
In the fierce mobile phone market, cost-effective flagships have always been a product line that major manufacturers are vying for. This kind of high-configuration mobile phone in the price range of 2500-3500 yuan has an excellent performance experience and price ratio, which is favored by users. The Redmi K70 released at the beginning of this year is a typical representative, it is equipped with a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8th generation processor, triple camera, large screen and other configurations, quickly occupying the top of the market sales list.
But while the Redmi K70 is still celebrating its victory, OnePlus is ready to launch a more explosive OnePlus Ace3 to counterattack the market. Judging from the information that has been exposed, this time OnePlus Ace3 is not merciless in terms of hardware configuration, directly using the top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8Gen2 processor, high-definition 2K screen, large-capacity battery, optical image stabilization and other configurations, surpassing Redmi K70 in all aspects.
If OnePlus's products in the past paid more attention to cost performance, then this time OnePlus Ace3 clearly witnesses the ambition of the flagship. This is reminiscent of the onePlus Ace2 vs. Redmi K60 duel at the beginning of the year, which ended in a complete victory for OnePlus. It remains to be seen if OnePlus will be able to leverage the Ace3 to beat the Redmi K70 again.
Performance: Adopting Snapdragon 8 Gen2, OnePlus Ace3 hardware configuration has been further evolved
In terms of performance, the OnePlus Ace3 will be powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, which is its biggest highlight. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2 is manufactured using TSMC's 4nm process, which not only improves the computing power of the chip, but also enhances power consumption control.
Compared to the previous generation of Snapdragon 8 Gen1, the Snapdragon 8 Gen2 has a 12% increase in CPU and a 25% increase in GPU. Not only that, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen2 also adds a machine-learning Xi processing unit, which greatly increases the computing power of AI. So whether you're running apps or gaming, the OnePlus Ace3 delivers an extremely smooth performance experience.
At the same time, the OnePlus Ace3 also offers a rich storage portfolio, with 8+128GB, 12+256GB, 16+512GB, and a high-capacity 16+1TB version. Whether you're installing more apps, storing more photos and videos, or playing heavy games, high-spec storage can easily meet the requirements.
Display: 2K high swiping screen, smoothness directly catches up with the flagship
In terms of display, the OnePlus Ace3 uses a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 2K resolution, which supports a high refresh rate of 120Hz and clear picture quality up to 1440p.
Not only that, but OnePlus Ace3's screen also supports LTPO technology, which can intelligently adjust the refresh rate and automatically reduce power consumption in different scenarios. With high-frequency PWM dimming up to 2160Hz, it can effectively reduce screen flicker and protect your eyes.
The Ace3 has a screen brightness of up to 1300 nits and supports HDR10+ high dynamic range video content. Whether you're watching a video or playing a game, you'll be able to enjoy your visuals. This flagship-level display is no less than most high-end models.
Battery life: The large battery can be charged faster to solve the lack of energy
In terms of battery life, the OnePlus Ace3 is equipped with a large capacity battery pack of up to 5500mAh. Considering that the Ace3 uses a new generation of processors with lower power consumption, the battery life will theoretically be greatly improved.
In order to ensure that the charging time is not extended due to the increase of the battery, the OnePlus Ace3 is equipped with a 100W super flash charging function. According to official data, the 5000mAh battery pack only takes 32 minutes to fully charge.
Therefore, through the expansion of battery capacity and the blessing of fast charging technology, OnePlus Ace3 will surpass Redmi K70 and other products in the same class in terms of battery life. Users no longer need to worry about battery power, and can easily cope with the needs of a day's use.
Image: The main camera has 8 million pixels, and the algorithm catches up with the flagship
In terms of image configuration, OnePlus Ace3 uses the IMX890 lens as the main camera, which can reach up to 80 million pixels, and has OIS optical image stabilization to ensure photo clarity. With Sony's latest imaging algorithms, the detail and color reproduction of photos reach the flagship level.
With the improvement of algorithm capabilities, the photo quality of mid-range phones has gradually caught up with the flagships of yesteryear. OnePlus officially said that the Ace3 will fully port the OnePlus 12 Pro's imaging algorithm, which means that its photo quality will not lose to any other model in the same price range.
Appearance: family design + colorful body, more choices
In terms of the exterior design of the product, the OnePlus Ace3 follows the design language of the OnePlus family, and the back camera adopts the circular layout since the OnePlus 8. However, the body color offers more options, including classic gray, ocean blue, and a more youthful gold version.
The metal middle frame and the glass back panel with AG technology give the Ace3 a slimmer and more textured feel. Infrared and alarm buttons on the side provide more control. The weight of the whole machine is controlled at about 205g, and the thin and light body is integrated with the large-screen display to truly achieve an excellent holding experience.
Looking forward to the future, the battle for cost-effective flagships is making waves again
To sum up, judging from the information that has been announced, this time OnePlus Ace3 has been comprehensively strengthened in terms of hardware configuration, using a top-of-the-line processor and high-definition screen, and the battery capacity and fast charging power have also been significantly improved. This means that it is likely to outperform the Redmi K70 in multiple dimensions such as performance, display, and battery life.
In the past, OnePlus's high positioning put it at a disadvantage in the cost-effective market, but this time OnePlus Ace3 challenges Redmi head-on with a good configuration, and the situation is very clear. In terms of price, OnePlus is expected to start at 3599 yuan, which belongs to the same competition level as Redmi K70, and the competition is undoubtedly more direct.
After the mobile phone market has entered a stable period, cost-effective flagships have become an important product plan for manufacturers. Brands such as OnePlus and Xiaomi are actively deploying in this segment. The debut of OnePlus Ace3 is bound to promote a new round of competition and change in the cost-effective flagship segment. Let's wait and see!