Founded in December 2013 with the motto "Never Settle", OnePlus disrupted the smartphone industry by introducing the "Flagship Killer" concept—delivering top-tier flagship processors, smooth clean software (OxygenOS), and premium build quality at half the price of traditional competitors. Over the past decade, OnePlus has evolved into a global technology powerhouse spanning ultra-premium flagships, the industry-acclaimed OnePlus Open foldable, high-performance R-Series devices, and mass-market Nord mid-rangers. Below is your complete, accurate chronological list of every OnePlus phone model released from 2014 to 2026.
1. Understanding the OnePlus Smartphone Series
| Product Line | Target Market | Hallmark Features |
|---|---|---|
| Number Series (Flagships) | Ultra-Premium Flagships | Latest Snapdragon 8-series processors, Hasselblad camera calibration, 2K 120Hz LTPO AMOLED displays, tactile Alert Slider, and 100W SUPERVOOC charging. |
| Open Series (Foldables) | Premium Book-Style Foldable | Ultra-lightweight aerospace alloy chassis, almost invisible screen crease, Open Canvas 3-app multitasking, and periscope telephoto zoom. |
| R-Series (Performance Flagship Killers) | High-Performance Value Flagships | Flagship-tier Snapdragon chips, massive 5500mAh+ batteries, 100W fast charging, and gaming cooling vapor chambers at aggressive mid-tier pricing. |
| Nord Series | Upper Mid-Range | Metal unibody designs, Sony OIS cameras, MediaTek Dimensity / Snapdragon 7-series chips, and high-refresh AMOLED screens. |
| Nord CE & N-Series | Budget & Carrier Value ("Core Edition") | Essential daily performance, long battery life, 3.5mm headphone jacks, and expandable storage. |
2. Complete Master Chronological Timeline of OnePlus Phones (2014–2026)
| # | Model Name | Launch Date | Processor Chipset | Charging | Key Milestone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OnePlus One | April 2014 | Snapdragon 801 | 15W | The original "Flagship Killer" running CyanogenMod OS with Sandstone back. |
| 2 | OnePlus 2 | July 2015 | Snapdragon 810 | 10W (USB-C) | Introduced the physical 3-position Alert Slider and fingerprint sensor. |
| 3 | OnePlus X | October 2015 | Snapdragon 801 | 10W | Compact 5.0-inch experimental design featuring Onyx glass and ceramic editions. |
| 4 | OnePlus 3 | June 2016 | Snapdragon 820 | 20W Dash | Transitioned to all-aluminum unibody and introduced 20W Dash Charge. |
| 5 | OnePlus 3T | November 2016 | Snapdragon 821 | 20W Dash | Started the mid-cycle "T" upgrade tradition with Gunmetal finish and 16MP camera. |
| 6 | OnePlus 5 | June 2017 | Snapdragon 835 | 20W Dash | First OnePlus dual-camera system with Portrait Mode. |
| 7 | OnePlus 5T | November 2017 | Snapdragon 835 | 20W Dash | First 18:9 bezel-less display and rear fingerprint scanner. |
| 8 | OnePlus 6 | May 2018 | Snapdragon 845 | 20W Dash | Introduced notched all-glass design and optical image stabilization (OIS). |
| 9 | OnePlus 6T | October 2018 | Snapdragon 845 | 20W Fast | First in-display optical fingerprint scanner and teardrop notch (removed 3.5mm jack). |
| 10 | OnePlus 7 | May 2019 | Snapdragon 855 | 20W Fast | UFS 3.0 ultra-fast storage and stereo speakers. |
| 11 | OnePlus 7 Pro | May 2019 | Snapdragon 855 | 30W Warp | Revolutionary 90Hz QHD+ Fluid AMOLED, motorized pop-up selfie camera. |
| 12 | OnePlus 7T / 7T Pro | September 2019 | Snapdragon 855+ | 30W Warp 30T | 90Hz display brought to the standard non-Pro model with circular camera ring. |
| 13 | OnePlus 8 / 8 Pro | April 2020 | Snapdragon 865 | 30W Warp | First IP68 water-resistant OnePlus; 120Hz display and 30W wireless charging on Pro. |
| 14 | OnePlus Nord (Original) | July 2020 | Snapdragon 765G | 30W Warp | Rebooted the budget mid-range line with 90Hz AMOLED and dual selfie cameras. |
| 15 | OnePlus 8T | October 2020 | Snapdragon 865 | 65W Warp | First 65W dual-cell fast charging (full charge in 39 minutes) and flat 120Hz screen. |
| 16 | OnePlus Nord N10 / N100 | October 2020 | Snapdragon 690 / 460 | 18W–30W | Entry-level expansion for North American carrier partnerships. |
| 17 | OnePlus 9 / 9 Pro | March 2021 | Snapdragon 888 | 65W Warp | Commenced multi-year strategic camera partnership with legendary Hasselblad. |
| 18 | OnePlus 9R / 9RT | March / Oct 2021 | Snapdragon 870 / 888 | 65W Warp | Launched the gaming-focused R-Series for Asian and Indian markets. |
| 19 | OnePlus Nord CE 5G / Nord 2 | June / July 2021 | SD 750G / Dimensity 1200 | 30W–65W | Nord 2 introduced flagship Sony IMX766 50MP sensor at mid-tier pricing. |
| 20 | OnePlus 10 Pro | January 2022 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | 80W SUPERVOOC | Ceramic camera bump seamlessly integrating into the aluminum frame. |
| 21 | OnePlus 10T 5G | August 2022 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | 150W SUPERVOOC | Mind-blowing 150W ultra-fast charging (1 to 100% in 19 minutes). |
| 22 | OnePlus Nord 2T / CE 2 | May 2022 | Dimensity 1300 / 900 | 80W / 65W | Refreshed upper mid-range with enhanced charging speeds. |
| 23 | OnePlus 11 5G | February 2023 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 100W SUPERVOOC | Return of the Alert Slider, 3rd-Gen Hasselblad camera, 2K 120Hz LTPO3. |
| 24 | OnePlus 11R 5G | February 2023 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | 100W SUPERVOOC | Value flagship bestseller with 1.5K curved AMOLED and 5000mAh battery. |
| 25 | OnePlus Nord 3 5G | July 2023 | Dimensity 9000 | 80W SUPERVOOC | Brought flagship Dimensity 9000 chip and Alert Slider to the Nord line. |
| 26 | OnePlus Open (Foldable) | October 2023 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 67W SUPERVOOC | Award-winning first foldable: ultra-light titanium/carbon fiber, Open Canvas multitasking. |
| 27 | OnePlus 12 | January 2024 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 100W SUPERVOOC | 4500-nit ProXDR screen, 64MP 3x periscope zoom, 5400mAh battery, 50W wireless. |
| 28 | OnePlus 12R | January 2024 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 100W SUPERVOOC | First global R-series release featuring giant 5500mAh battery and LTPO4 display. |
| 29 | OnePlus Nord 4 5G | July 2024 | Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | 100W SUPERVOOC | World's first 5G all-metal aluminum unibody smartphone with 6 years of software support. |
| 30 | OnePlus 13 | October 2024 / 2025 | Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm) | 100W SUPERVOOC | IP68/IP69 dual water-resistance, 6000mAh Glacier battery, magnetic wireless charging. |
| 31 | OnePlus 13R | Early 2025 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 100W SUPERVOOC | Next-gen 6000mAh silicon-carbon battery with flat 1.5K 120Hz display. |
| 32 | OnePlus Open 2 | 2025 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | 80W SUPERVOOC | Next-gen ultra-thin foldable with enhanced battery capacity and dust resistance. |
| 33 | OnePlus 14 Series | 2026 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 / Next-Gen | 120W SUPERVOOC | Next-generation silicon-carbon battery architecture and advanced generative on-device AI. |
3. How to Check Your OnePlus Model & OxygenOS Version
To identify your specific OnePlus model number and check for software updates:
- Open the Settings app on your OnePlus device.
- Scroll down to the bottom and select About Device.
- Locate your Device Name (e.g., OnePlus 12) and Model Number (e.g., CPH2573 / CPH2583).
- Tap on OxygenOS at the top to check for the latest system and security updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How many years of software updates does OnePlus provide?
Starting with the OnePlus 11 and newer flagships, OnePlus guarantees 4 years of major Android OS updates and 5 years of bimonthly security patches. The metal Nord 4 offers an impressive 6 years of security updates.
2. What is the iconic OnePlus Alert Slider?
The Alert Slider is a physical 3-position textured switch on the side of OnePlus phones allowing users to instantly toggle between Silent, Vibrate, and Ring modes without turning on the screen or unlocking the device.
3. What is SUPERVOOC charging?
SUPERVOOC is OnePlus's proprietary high-current low-voltage fast-charging technology that keeps the heat inside the charging adapter rather than the phone battery, enabling 80W–150W charging speeds that power a device from 0 to 100% in under 20 to 30 minutes.
From the revolutionary OnePlus One to the powerhouse OnePlus 13 and OnePlus Open, the brand continues to redefine Android speed and performance. Bookmark this complete OnePlus timeline for instant reference to models, specs, and release dates!