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OnePlus

Pad 3

Tablet2025Released
  • 13.2-inch LTPS
  • Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • 675 g
  • 12140 mAh
  • From $700

Physical specifications

13.2"

Display size

675 g

Weight

289.6 mm

Height

209.7 mm

Width

6.0 mm

Thickness

—

Aspect ratio

Release and pricing

Announced
June 5, 2025
Released
July 8, 2025
Starting price
$700
Market
US
Configuration
12 GB + 256 GB Wi‑Fi

Display

Display size
13.2"
Display technology
LTPS LCD
Resolution
3392 × 2400
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Peak brightness
900 nits

Performance

Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
Expandable storage
No

Battery & charging

Typical capacity
12140 mAh
Wired charging
80 W
Charging standard
Up to 80W charging

Cameras

Rear cameras
Wide · 13 MP
Front cameras
Front · 8 MP
Video recording
4K@30fps

Build & durability

Back
Aluminum unibody

Connectivity

Wi‑Fi
Wi‑Fi 7
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.4
USB
USB‑C 3.2 Gen 1

Sources and measurement notes

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Sizometry Analysis

Overall Score

8.5

out of 10

A mid-2025 global flagship tablet with standout Snapdragon 8 Elite smoothness, 80W charging on a 12140 mAh cell, and credible Open Canvas productivity — held back by Wi-Fi-only global SKUs, paid accessories, LCD at premium money, and face-unlock-only biometrics.

Category scores

Camera

6.5

Adequate for scans and calls; not a creative imaging tool.

Battery and charging

9.0

12140 mAh with 80W wired — class-leading OnePlus tablet combo.

Performance

9.0

Snapdragon 8 Elite handles gaming and multitask warmly.

Handling and portability

5.0

675 g and 209.66 mm width demand two-hand or lap support. 13.2-inch bag tablet; accessory kit adds laptop weight.

Build quality

8.5

5.97 mm aluminum unibody feels flagship-grade.

Value

7.0

A mid-2025 global flagship tablet with standout Snapdragon 8 Elite smoothness, 80W charging on a 12140 mAh cell, and credible Open Canvas productivity — held back by Wi-Fi-only global SKUs, paid accessories, LCD at premium money, and face-unlock-only biometrics.

Strengths

  • Snapdragon 8 Elite daily and gaming headroom
  • 80W charging on large 12140 mAh cell
  • 144 Hz 13.2-inch LCD with eight-speaker media
  • Open Canvas and O Plus Connect ecosystem hooks

Weaknesses

  • Wi-Fi only globally — no LTE SKU
  • Keyboard and Stylo 2 sold separately
  • LCD versus OLED flagships at similar prices
  • Face unlock only — no fingerprint

Best for

  • OnePlus ecosystem households
  • Large-screen Android productivity with accessories
  • Charging-speed prioritizers
  • Pad 2 upgraders

Less suitable for

  • Always-connected LTE travelers
  • OLED display purists
  • All-in-one box accessory expectations
  • 11-inch portability seekers

Upgrade recommendation

  • Current device: OnePlus Pad 2

    Recommendation: Strongly recommended

    Notes: Material gains in silicon, screen size, charging, and software.

  • Current device: OnePlus Pad Lite / Pad Go 2

    Recommendation: Worth considering

    Notes: Only if you need flagship speed; otherwise smaller pads suffice.

  • Current device: Galaxy Tab S9 FE

    Recommendation: Depends on priorities

    Notes: Pad 3 wins speed and charging; Samsung wins DeX and LTE options.

  • Current device: OnePlus Pad 3

    Recommendation: Probably unnecessary

    Notes: Already the global flagship; consider Pad 4 only in India for Gen 5.

Everyday usability

Estimated from device dimensions and weight.

  • Handling

    Two-handed preferred

    Two-handed use is generally the more natural way to hold this device.

  • Bag portability

    Limited

    Not intended for pocket carry; plan on a bag, sleeve, or hand carry.

  • Carry comfort

    Heavy

    Heavier in the hand; longer sessions may feel more tiring.

  • Reading and media

    Roomy for documents, media, and side-by-side layouts.

  • Gaming

    High-end

    Its processor and graphics hardware are suited to demanding games and higher visual settings.

Bottom line

The Pad 3 is the OnePlus tablet global buyers waited for — fast, thin, and charge-friendly — as long as you accept Wi-Fi-only travel, buy accessories separately, and do not expect OLED drama at this price.

Models and configurations

Storage
256 GB
RAM
12 GB

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