OnePlus has finally taken the wraps off the Pad 3, after teasing it for a few weeks. And this is the first tablet using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
OnePlus calls the Pad 3 “2025’s must-have tablet,” and after spending almost a week with it, I have to agree. It’s a powerful tablet with some really good software. Of course, OnePlus’ Open Canvas software is here, which first debuted on the Open back in 2023. Which is really great on this 13.2-inch 7:5 aspect ratio display. Open Canvas lets you open apps side-by-side and even have a picture-in-picture window.
Display
| Type | 2400p, 144Hz Adaptive Refresh Rate, 7:5 Aspect Ratio |
| Size | 13.2-inch |
| Resolution | 3392 x 2400 |
Body
| Dimensions | 289.61 x 209.66 x 5.97mm |
| Weight | 675g |
| Build | Aluminum frame, glass back |
Platform
| OS | Android 15 and Oxygen OS 15 |
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| GPU | Adreno 830 |
Memory
| RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB UFS 4.0 |
Cameras
| Main | 13MP |
| Selfie | 8MP |
| Video Capture | 4K/1080p/720p@30fps |
Sound
| Speaker(s) | 8 Speakers (4 Woofers + 4 Tweeters) |
| Audio jack | No |
Battery
| Capacity | 12,140mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired |
| Charger | 80W SuperVOOC Charger Included |
Connectivity
| Sensors | Face Unlock, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Location Services | GPS, A-GPS, Glonass, Galileo |
| WiFi | WiFi 2.4G, 5G, WiFi 5, WiFi 6, WiFi 7 |
| Bluetooth | BR/EDR/BLE, Bluetooth 5.4, Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth High Power |
OnePlus Pad 3 will be available in two colors
OnePlus will sell the Pad 3 in two colors; however, here in the US, we will only get Storm Blue. While the Frosted Silver color will be available in India.
OnePlus has also included some really impressive speakers on the Pad 3. There are 8 speakers here, four woofers and four tweeters, which sound absolutely amazing. Making this a really incredible tablet for consuming media.
Of course, we can’t forget about OnePlus’ Multi-Screen features. Using the O+ Connect software, you can use the OnePlus Pad 3 as a secondary display for your Mac, as well as a remote desktop. You can also quickly share pictures and videos with iPhones and Macs. Making this a great tablet for those who are in the Apple ecosystem too.
OnePlus will provide three Android OS updates for the Pad 3. That means Android 16, Android 17 and Android 18. It will also get six year of security updates. That’s an extra two years versus the OnePlus Pad 2.
How much does the OnePlus Pad 3 cost?
The OnePlus Pad 3 will be available for pre-orders starting today. With open sales starting on July 8. The OnePlus Pad 3 will cost $699 in the US and $999 in Canada.
For pre-orders, OnePlus is offering two free gifts. Those can be the OnePlus Pad 3 Smart Keybowrd, the OnePlus Stylo 2, or the OnePlus Pad 3 Folio Case.
OnePlus is also offering an extra 10% discount for students, as a limited time offer.
Finally, you can trade-in an eligible device for $100 off in the US or Canada.
As far as the accessories go, you can pick up the OnePlus Pad 3 Smart Keyboard which connects using pogo pins, and is separate from the case, for $199 in the US and $249 in Canada. The OnePlus Stylo 2 is also available for $99 in the US and $149 in Canada. And finally, the OnePlus Pad 3 Folio Case is available for $49.99 in the US and $64.99 in Canada.
