OnePlus 7 vs OnePlus 7 Pro: The newer variant promises a big upgrade

OnePlus 7 may be a big upgrade but OnePlus 7 Pro may even better it with new screen design and triple-rear cameras. All you need to know about the two new OnePlus phones.

OnePlus 7 is set to launch on May 14 (OnePlus)

OnePlus is making a big change to its product upgrade cycle this year. Unlike previous year, OnePlus is going to launch two new flagship phones. The second model, dubbed as OnePlus 7 Pro, is set to come with newer screen design and faster processor under the hood.

One of the biggest differences between OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro is going to be the screen. While the base model will have a flat screen, the Pro model will offer a dual-curved display, similar to Samsung Galaxy S10 and Huawei P30 Pro. This is a big change for OnePlus phone as dual-curved display offers a more premium look and even opens window for Galaxy Note 9-like tabs UI.

Another big upgrade is the camera. OnePlus 7 Pro is set to come with a triple-rear camera setup - a first for OnePlus phones. The triple-rear camera setup is said to consist of 48-megapixel, telephoto and an ultra-wide sensors. The base model will have dual-rear cameras including 48-megapixel primary sensor and telephoto secondary sensor.

Some of other top upgrades include a 4,000mAh battery with faster 30W Warp Charging, USB 3.1 support, and stereo speakers. The phone is also said to come with better vibration motors, hinting at optimisations for games such as PUBG Mobile and Fortnite. The display is expected to sport QHD resolution. Note the current OnePlus phones offer full HD resolution.

Rest of the features and specifications are going to be same as OnePlus 7. This includes 6.4-inch flat display with a waterdrop-styled notch with faster 90Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is expected to run on Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor with up to 8GB of RAM.