Update, May 14, 2020 (3:35AM ET): The OnePlus 8 series finally has an official sale date in India. The company has also announced a special limited early-access sale for the OnePlus 8 and a bunch of launch offers for the new flagships. We've updated the India availability section with all the latest information in the original article below. Read on for the details.
Meanwhile, if you want to buy the OnePlus 8 or 8 Pro unlocked in the US, just click one of these buttons here to get started!
Original article, April 14, 2020: The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are finally here and it's clear that the company is graduating from its "flagship killer" status to a full-fledged "premium" smartphone maker.
The top-of-the-line OnePlus 8 Pro is a dollar short of reaching the four-digit price mark, while the OnePlus 8 has a more digestible price tag, costing close to last year's OnePlus 7 Pro.
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OnePlus' premium prices for the new series were more or less expected. The company has been on a trajectory of increasing the cost of its phones ever since the beginning.
Nevertheless, OnePlus has made it very clear that it wants to compete with the Samsungs and Apples of the world. The OnePlus 8 Pro is proof of that, with its fast wireless charging, IP68 rating, 120Hz display, and powerful quad camera setup.
Meanwhile, the OnePlus 8 misses out on living up to the company's "Never Settle" mantra, at least on paper. It doesn't have any of the aforementioned features, which is definitely a let down for fans who've been expecting them.
With that in mind, let's take a look at all the pricing and availability details for the two OnePlus 8 phones. Keep in mind that these differ on the basis of countries and carriers, so make sure to check the section that's most relevant to your region and operator of choice.
OnePlus 8 series price and availability in the US
In the US, the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are now available for general purchase at Amazon.com, OnePlus' own website, T-Mobile, and Verizon. Here's the breakdown of the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro US pricing and availability.
OnePlus.com
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: $899
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 12GB RAM+256GB storage: $999
- OnePlus 8 with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: $699
- OnePlus 8 with 12GB RAM+256GB storage: $799
- OnePlus 8 Pro colorways: Onyx Black, Glacial Green, Ultramarine Blue (only for 12GB RAM variant)
- OnePlus 8 colorways: Glacial Green for 8GB RAM version and Interstellar Glow for 12GB RAM model
Amazon
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: $899
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 12GB RAM+256GB storage: $999
- OnePlus 8 with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: $699
- OnePlus 8 with 12GB RAM+256GB storage: $799
- OnePlus 8 Pro colorways: Onyx Black for 8GB RAM version, Glacial Green and Ultramarine Blue for 12GB RAM model
- OnePlus 8 colorways: Glacial Green for 8GB RAM version and Interstellar Glow for 12GB RAM model
Verizon
Verizon will only sell the vanilla OnePlus 8 with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. Verizon's version supports the carrier's mmWave network and is officially called the OnePlus 8 5G UW. Verizon's version, unlike the model sold unlocked from OnePlus, will feature IP68 certification for water and dust resistance. The OnePlus 8 Pro will not be available through Verizon, at least for now.
You can buy the OnePlus 8 through Verizon's website and the My Verizon app in Onyx Black and Verizon-exclusive Polar Silver colorways.
You can either opt for a 24-month payment plan for which you'll need to shell out $33.33 per month, or you can purchase the phone upfront by paying $799.
Verizon also has a bunch of trade-in offers for new and existing customers buying the OnePlus 8. Those switching from another carrier to a Verizon Unlimited plan can get up to $700 off on the OnePlus 8 by trading in their old phone. Switchers also get a free Stream TV, a free Amazon Echo Dot, and a smart plug from the carrier.
Existing customers are eligible for a discount of up to $550 on the new phone through various trade-in offers.
In addition, Verizon will also sell OnePlus 8 cases from OtterBox, Speck, OnePlus, and InvisibleShield.
T-Mobile
At T-Mobile, customers can buy the vanilla OnePlus 8 in either Interstellar Glow or Onyx Black. This is the variant with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, with no option to upgrade to a higher-spec model. As with Verizon, T-Mobile will not sell the OnePlus 8 Pro.
T-Mobile will sell the OnePlus 8 for $699 upfront. Conversely, you can pay $29.17 each month for 24 months with no money down, assuming you are a well-qualified customer using T-Mobile's no-interest Equipment Installment Plan.
To entice you to buy, T-Mobile is offering a good deal for both new and existing customers. You can get up to $350 off a new OnePlus 8 if you either trade-in a qualified device or add a new line to your account. This means if you are not a T-Mobile customer but willing to switch, you can get half off the OnePlus 8 by opening a new account. However, you can't both trade in a device and get the new line discount — you need to pick one or the other.
OnePlus 8 series price and availability in the UK
In the United Kingdom, the OnePlus 8 series is available on a range of three tariffs, with the OnePlus 8 starting from £29 upfront and £44 per month for 24 months. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 8 Pro starts from £29 upfront and £52 per month for 24 months. Both tariffs come with a free upgrade to the 12GB + 256GB Glacial Green version for a limited time, as well as a free pair of Bullets Wireless 2 earphones worth £99, while stock lasts.
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The OnePlus 8 series is also available SIM-free from OnePlus.com, John Lewis, and Amazon.co.uk. Here's how their full retail prices in the UK stack up:
- OnePlus 8 with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: £599
- OnePlus 8 with 12GB RAM+128GB storage: £699
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: £799
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 12GB RAM+128GB storage: £899
In terms of colorways, the OnePlus 8 is available in Onyx Black, Glacial Green, and Interstellar Glow. The OnePlus 8 Pro comes in Onyx Black and Glacial Green color options (no Ultramarine Blue version in the UK).
OnePlus 8 series price and availability in Europe
The OnePlus 8 series is available now in various European countries. Currently, OnePlus has announced availability in Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Norway, Spain, and Sweden.
In Europe, however, only their base 8GB RAM and 128GB storage models are available.
Open sales for the phones started on April 21. Here's how the European prices of the OnePlus 8 series stack up.
- OnePlus 8 with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: €699
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 8GB RAM+128GB storage: €899
- OnePlus 8 colorways: Onyx Black, Glacial Green, Interstellar Glow
- OnePlus 8 Pro colorways: Onyx Black, Glacial Green, Ultramarine Blue
You can purchase the OnePlus 8 phones in Europe through the official company website or through your localized Amazon portal.
OnePlus 8 series price and availability in India
India gets three variants of the OnePlus 8 with color options restricted to some SKUs. The 6GB RAM and 128GB version will be restricted to the Glacial Green color, while the 8GB RAM option lets you buy the phone in Onyx Black, in addition to Glacial Green. Finally, the 12GB/256GB OnePlus 8 is available in the aforementioned colors as well as Interstellar Glow.
Meanwhile, the OnePlus 8 Pro is available in 8GB and 12GB RAM versions with 128GB and 256GB of storage respectively. The Ultramarine Blue colorway is restricted to just the top-end version.
You can also buy the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro pop-up bundles in Glacial Green and Onyx Black colorways for both phones. The bundles will include the OnePlus 8 series device along with a pair of Bullets Wireless Z (Black) earphones, a Cyan bumper case, and a Karbon bumper case at just Rs 1,000 above the retail price of the device.
OnePlus has announced that the phones will go on open sale in India starting May 29. However, it's holding an early-access sale for the OnePlus 8 on May 18 at 2PM IST on Amazon's India website and app.
Meanwhile, you can pre-book the OnePlus 8 series through Amazon. This pre-booking will guarantee you a OnePlus 8 or 8 Pro unit once the phones finally go on sale in India. You can follow the steps given below to pre-book your new OnePlus flagship.
- Visit the OnePlus 8 series Amazon email gift card page
- Choose the Rs 1,000 denomination or more and purchase the gift card till May 10
- Check for the gift card in your registered email inbox
- Claim the gift card through the link in the email to purchase your OnePlus 8 from May 11 – May 30
If you're look to buy a OnePlus 8 phone on or after May 29, you can do so clicking on the links below.
- OnePlus 8 with 6GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 41,999 (~$548)
- OnePlus 8 with 8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 44,999 (~$587)
- OnePlus 8 with 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs. 49,999 (~$653)
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs. 54,999 (~$718)
- OnePlus 8 Pro with 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs. 59,999 (~$783)
OnePlus is offering a flat Rs 3,000 discount on the OnePlus 8 and Rs 2,000 discount on the OnePlus 8 Pro for SBI credit card holders. You will also be able to avail 12-month no cost EMIs on the phones on both Amazon and OnePlus' websites.
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