OnePlus Pad 3

Name: OnePlus Pad 3
Brand: OnePlus
SKU: 6997

Manufacturer: OnePlus

The OnePlus Pad 3 is a large-format Android tablet built around a 13.2″ IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 3392 x 2400 pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. Running Android 15, it ships with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, and includes a stylus in the box, making it a capable device for both content consumption and productivity tasks.

Under the hood, the OnePlus Pad 3 is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, a 3nm chipset with a CPU configuration of 2 x 4.32 GHz and 6 x 3.53 GHz cores, backed by the Adreno 830 GPU clocked at 1100 MHz. The tablet records a Geekbench 6 multi-core score of 10059 and a single-core score of 3234, and supports Wi-Fi 7 alongside Bluetooth 5.4. Its 12140 mAh battery supports fast wired charging, and the display carries Dolby Vision certification along with an anti-reflection coating at a typical brightness of 500 nits.

Pros

The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset built on a 3nm process delivers strong multi-core and single-core benchmark results, with Geekbench 6 scores of 10059 and 3234 respectively
The 13.2-inch IPS display runs at 144Hz with a 3392 x 2400 resolution, anti-reflection coating, and Dolby Vision support, making it well-suited for detailed content viewing
A stylus is included in the box, adding handwriting and drawing capability without requiring a separate purchase
The 12140 mAh battery supports fast charging, providing a large capacity for extended use sessions
Wi-Fi 7 support ensures the tablet is ready for the latest wireless networking standards, with download speeds up to 10000 Mbits/s
16GB of DDR5 RAM paired with 512GB of internal storage offers generous headroom for multitasking and local content

Cons

No cellular or 5G connectivity means the tablet is limited to Wi-Fi for internet access
The absence of a fingerprint scanner, iris scanner, and 3D facial recognition leaves the device without biometric authentication options
No 3.5mm headphone jack requires users to rely on wireless audio or USB-C adapters
Wireless charging is not supported, so the tablet can only be charged via cable
There is no GPS, which limits location-based functionality outside of network-assisted positioning
The display does not feature branded damage-resistant glass, offering no specified mechanical protection for the screen surface

Who is this for?

This tablet is well-matched for users who spend significant time consuming media, given its large 13.2-inch IPS display with Dolby Vision support, 144Hz refresh rate, and stereo speakers with aptX HD audio. The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and multithreading support make it a solid fit for demanding productivity and multitasking workflows, including split-screen use, running resource-intensive applications, and handling complex documents. The included stylus also makes it a natural choice for note-taking, sketching, and annotation tasks, while the 12140 mAh fast-charging battery suits users who need sustained screen-on time throughout the day without frequent interruptions.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who need cellular connectivity or GPS for on-the-go navigation or data access away from Wi-Fi will find this tablet limiting, as it lacks both a cellular module and GPS hardware. It is also a poor fit for those who rely on biometric security, since no fingerprint scanner, iris scanner, or 3D facial recognition is available. Additionally, users who require a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio peripherals, or who need NFC for contactless functionality, will encounter hardware gaps that cannot be resolved through software.

Design:

weight	675 g
thickness	6 mm
width	289.6 mm
height	209.7 mm
volume	364.37472 cm³
Stylus included	✓
Has a detachable keyboard	✕
Has a backlit keyboard	✕
water resistance	None
Has tilt sensitivity	✕

The OnePlus Pad 3 measures 289.6 x 209.7 mm with a slim 6 mm thickness and weighs 675 g, giving it a total volume of 364.37 cm³. A stylus is included in the box, though the tablet does not come with a detachable keyboard or backlit keyboard. There is no water resistance rating, and the stylus does not support tilt sensitivity.

Display:

screen size	13.2"
resolution	3392 x 2400 px
pixel density	315 ppi
Display type	LCD, IPS
refresh rate	144Hz
touch sampling rate	144Hz
has branded damage-resistant glass	✕
has anti-reflection coating	✓
supports HDR10	✕
brightness (typical)	500 nits
has a touch screen	✓
Has sapphire glass display	✕
supports HDR10+	✕
supports Dolby Vision	✓
Has an e-paper display	✕

The OnePlus Pad 3 features a 13.2″ IPS LCD touchscreen with a resolution of 3392 x 2400 pixels at 315 ppi, paired with a 144Hz refresh rate and a matching 144Hz touch sampling rate for responsive input. Typical brightness is rated at 500 nits, and the display includes an anti-reflection coating along with Dolby Vision support. HDR10 and HDR10+ are not supported, and the panel does not use branded damage-resistant glass or sapphire glass.

Performance:

internal storage	512GB
RAM	16GB
Chipset (SoC) name	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
GPU name	Adreno 830
CPU speed	2 x 4.32 & 6 x 3.53 GHz
Geekbench 6 result (multi)	10059
Geekbench 6 result (single)	3234
has an external memory slot	✕
semiconductor size	3 nm
Supports 64-bit	✓
Has integrated LTE	✓
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓
OpenGL version	3.2
DirectX version	DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics	✓
GPU clock speed	1100 MHz
L2 cache	12 MB
CPU threads	8 threads
Supports ECC memory	✓
RAM speed	5300 MHz
Has TrustZone	✓
GPU turbo	1100 MHz
maximum memory amount	24GB
supported displays	2
L1 cache	192 KB
Android version	Android 15
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	8.2W
Uses HMP	✓
L3 cache	8 MB
maximum memory bandwidth	85.1 GB/s
memory channels	2
OpenGL ES version	3.2
shading units	1536
OpenCL version	3

The OnePlus Pad 3 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, a 3nm chipset with an 8-thread CPU running at 2 x 4.32 GHz and 6 x 3.53 GHz using big.LITTLE and HMP technology, and a TDP of 8.2W. Graphics are handled by the integrated Adreno 830 GPU clocked at 1100 MHz with 1536 shading units, supporting DirectX 12, OpenGL 3.2, OpenGL ES 3.2, and OpenCL 3. The tablet ships with 16GB of RAM at 5300 MHz across 2 memory channels with a maximum bandwidth of 85.1 GB/s, supports up to 24GB, and includes ECC memory support alongside TrustZone security. Internal storage sits at 512GB with no external memory slot available, and cache is structured across 192 KB L1, 12 MB L2, and 8 MB L3. The chipset also features integrated LTE, runs Android 15 with 64-bit support, and achieves Geekbench 6 scores of 3234 single-core and 10059 multi-core, with the GPU capable of driving up to 2 displays.

Cameras:

megapixels (main camera)	13 MP
megapixels (front camera)	8MP
video recording (main camera)	2160 x 30 fps
has a flash	✓
has a front camera	✓
has a built-in HDR mode	✓
can create panoramas in-camera	✕
supports slow-motion video recording	✕
has touch autofocus	✓
optical zoom	0x
has a BSI sensor	✕
has manual white balance	✓
has a CMOS sensor	✓
supports HDR10 recording	✕
has continuous autofocus when recording movies	✓
supports Dolby Vision recording	✕
Has a front-facing LED flash	✕
number of flash LEDs	1
has manual ISO	✓
has a video light	✓
Has timelapse function	✕
Shoots 360° panorama	✕
has a serial shot mode	✕
has built-in optical image stabilization	✕
has 3D photo/video recording capabilities	✕
Has a dual-tone LED flash	✕
has manual focus	✓
Has a RGB LED flash	✕
has manual exposure	✓
has manual shutter speed	✕

The OnePlus Pad 3 carries a 13 MP rear camera with a CMOS sensor capable of recording video at 2160p at 30 fps, accompanied by a single LED flash and a video light. Manual controls include ISO, focus, exposure, and white balance, while touch autofocus and continuous autofocus during video recording are also supported. HDR mode is available, though the sensor is not back-illuminated, optical zoom is absent, and there is no optical image stabilization. HDR10 recording, Dolby Vision recording, slow-motion video, timelapse, panorama, burst mode, and 3D capture are not supported. On the front, an 8 MP camera is present without a front-facing flash, and neither a dual-tone nor RGB flash is available on the rear.

Audio:

has aptX	✕
has aptX HD	✓
has LDAC	✕
has aptX Low Latency	✕
has aptX Adaptive	✕
has aptX Lossless	✕
has stereo speakers	✓
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✕
Has a radio	✕

The OnePlus Pad 3 includes stereo speakers and supports aptX HD for higher-quality Bluetooth audio transmission, though aptX, aptX Low Latency, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LDAC are not available. There is no 3.5 mm headphone jack and no built-in radio.

Battery:

battery power	12140 mAh
Supports fast charging	✓
has wireless charging	✕
has a battery level indicator	✓
has a rechargeable battery	✓
has a removable battery	✕

The OnePlus Pad 3 is equipped with a 12140 mAh rechargeable battery that supports fast charging and includes a battery level indicator. Wireless charging is not available, and the battery is non-removable.

Connectivity & Features:

Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
has Mail Privacy Protection	✕
has on-device machine learning	✓
has clipboard warnings	✓
has location privacy options	✓
has camera/microphone privacy options	✓
can block app tracking	✓
blocks cross-site tracking	✕
supports split screen	✓
has Live Text	✓
has notification permissions	✓
has full-page screenshots	✓
has Quick Start	✕
has theme customization	✓
has Wi-Fi password sharing	✕
has PiP	✓
Can play games while they download	✓
has an extra dim mode	✓
can offload apps	✓
has focus modes	✕
has media picker	✓
has dynamic theming	✓
has dark mode	✓
has battery health check	✓
Has USB Type-C	✓
has a cellular module	✕
has 5G support	✕
is a multi-user system	✓
gets direct OS updates	✕
has GPS	✕
has a child lock	✓
has an HDMI output	✕
has NFC	✕
Has a fingerprint scanner	✕
USB version	3.2
Supports widgets	✓
Bluetooth version	5.4
download speed	10000 MBits/s
has a gyroscope	✓
Is free and open source	✓
Has offline voice recognition	✓
has a compass	✓
upload speed	3500 MBits/s
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has sharing intents	✓
Has customizable notifications	✓
Uses 3D facial recognition	✕
supports Galileo	✕
Has a barometer	✕
has an accelerometer	✓
has voice commands	✓
Has an iris scanner	✕
Has a built-in projector	✕
supports Ethernet	✕
Has an infrared sensor	✕
Tracks the current position of a mobile device	✓

The OnePlus Pad 3 supports Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) along with Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, and Wi-Fi 4, and connects wirelessly via Bluetooth 5.4, with download speeds reaching 10000 Mbits/s and upload speeds up to 3500 Mbits/s. It uses USB Type-C with USB 3.2 for wired connectivity, though HDMI output, Ethernet, NFC, cellular, 5G, and GPS are not available. Sensors include a gyroscope, accelerometer, and compass, while biometric options such as a fingerprint scanner, iris scanner, and 3D facial recognition are absent. On the software side, the tablet offers a broad set of features including on-device machine learning, offline voice recognition, voice commands, split-screen multitasking, Picture-in-Picture, full-page screenshots, dark mode, dynamic theming, theme customization, widgets, media picker, extra dim mode, customizable notifications, notification controls, battery health check, app offloading, and the ability to play games while downloading. Privacy tools cover location privacy options, camera and microphone access controls, clipboard warnings, and app tracking blocking, though cross-site tracking blocking, Mail Privacy Protection, and Wi-Fi password sharing are not included. The system supports multiple user accounts and mobile device position tracking, but does not offer direct OS vendor updates, Quick Start, focus modes, a barometer, infrared sensor, built-in projector, or Galileo satellite support.

Miscellaneous:

DDR memory version	5
uses multithreading	✓

The OnePlus Pad 3 uses DDR5 memory and supports multithreading for handling concurrent processing tasks.

Final Verdict

The OnePlus Pad 3 is a capable large-format tablet that brings together a high-resolution 13.2-inch display, an included stylus, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with 16GB of DDR5 RAM to form a compelling package for productivity-focused and media-oriented users. Its Wi-Fi 7 support, fast-charging 12140 mAh battery, and broad software feature set further strengthen its case as a full-featured daily driver. That said, the absence of cellular connectivity, GPS, and biometric authentication narrows its appeal for users who need those capabilities. For those who primarily work within Wi-Fi environments and can work around its hardware omissions, the OnePlus Pad 3 delivers a well-rounded specification sheet that holds up across demanding use cases.