OnePlus Ace 3

OnePlus Ace 3 in Kenya

OnePlus Ace 3 price in Kenya Starts at Ksh 107,000. This impressive smartphone was announced in January 2024 with decent features. The phone has an immersive 6.78-inch, 120Hz, HDR0+ LTPO AMOLED with FHD and 1B colors for wonderful and interactive viewing, scrolling, and gaming experience protected by Gorilla Victus 2 and Aircraft grade aluminum alloy. OnePlus Ace 3 has sufficient storage space, featuring 12GB or 16GB RAM with up to 1TB internal storage supported by UFS 4. OnePlus Ace 3 has a triple camera setting consisting of a 50MP primary camera supported by 8MP 112⁰ ultrawide and 2MP macro sensors for stunning and vivid photography. The rear camera records full HD videos at 4k. There is also a 16MP selfie camera for beautiful and natural-looking detailed selfies, which records videos up to 1080p.

The phone is 5G-enabled and runs on the impressive 4nm Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor with an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 740 GPU. The phone is embedded with the ColorOS 14, based on the latest Android 14, for a personalized user experience that gives you more control of your phone. Powering the OnePlus Ace 3 is a long-lasting 5500mAh Li-Po non-removable battery charged using a 100W supercharger with smart charging capabilities to protect the battery. The phone supports dual nano sim on dual standby mode up to 5G. You also get dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and a USB C cable for charging and OTG. The phone is available in beautiful Black, blue, and Rose Gold colors at PhonePrice Kenya.

OnePlus Ace 3 Specifications

Feature	Specs
Brand	OnePlus
Model	Ace 3
Announced Released	January 4, 2024 January 15, 2024
Price	KSh 107,000 – KSh 117,500
RAM	12GB. 16GB
Internal Storage	256GB, 512GB, 1TB UFS 4.0
SD Card Slot	No
Weight	207g
Dimensions	163.3 x 75.3 x 8.8mm (6.43 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)
Display Type	LTPO AMOLED, Dolby Vision, HDR10+
Screen Resolution	1264 x 2780pixels resolution, 450ppi density
Refresh Rate	120Hz
Brightness Level	1600-4500nits
Display Size	6.78 inches (90.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Operating System	Android 14, ColorOS 14
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPU Speed	Octa-core (1x 3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU	Adreno 740
Camera	Rear Camera 50MP f/1.8, 24mm Wide, OIS, PDAF 8MP f/2.2, 16mm, 1120 Ultrawide 2MP f/2.4 Macro Supporting video quality up to 4k@30/60fps LED Flash, HDR, Panorama Selfie Camera 16MP, f/2.4, 26mm, wide, AF, HDR Supporting video quality up to 1080p@30fps
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE,5G
SIM Card	Nano Dual sim dual standby (DSDS), Esim
3.5mm jack	No
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
GPS	Yes. Equipped with GLONASS, GALILEO, GPS, QZSS, and BDS
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo
Wi-Fi & WLAN	·       Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band ·       Wi-Fi Direct ·       Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Radio	No
NFC	Yes, eSE, HCE
Infrared Port	Yes
Sensor	Fingerprint (under-display, Optical), accelerometer, proximity, Gyro, Compass, color spectrum
Battery	Li-Po 5500 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	Wired Fast charging 100W
Color	Black, Blue, Rose Gold
Others	IP68 Rating,

Design and Physical Attributes

OnePlus Ace 3 has a stylish modern look that exudes style and class for a midrange phone. The phone has a glass front, and the body is made of aircraft-grade aluminum alloy to ensure durability. The display is protected by a Gorilla Glass Victus 2 that prevents scratches and shattering.

The phone has an immersive 6.78-inch 120Hz HDR10+ LTPO AMOLED for fast response, fluidity, and interactive experience while you scroll through or play games. The screen has a high 1264×2780 resolution and about 450 ppi density for an even clearer viewing experience. The phone has an 8.8mm thickness and weighs 207g, making it easy to handle and pocket. OnePlus Ace 3 is available in Black, Blue, and Rose Gold, giving you various colors per style.

Performance

Peak Performance Processor

High-performance phones are a great choice that guarantees an optimal phone experience while saving power. OnePlus Ace 3 runs on the impressive Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm), a high-performance yet power-efficient processor. The processor perfectly fits a midrange 5G-enabled device to provide a great experience. The processor has an Octa-core (1x 3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) to ensure your phone operates at 100% with no lags. Whether you are gaming, working, streaming, listening to music, or performing any heavy tasks on the phone, it will function at its best. Additionally, an Adreno 740 GPU ensures your graphics are rendered in 3D for smooth gaming and other graphic-related tasks.

Updates OS

The OnePlus Ace 3 ensures peak performance by providing you with a customizable and personalized operating system you can use to make your phone reflect who you are. Embedded is the ColorOS 14, based on Android 14, which combines value and improved personalization to ensure you are in control of your device. The OS provides more security, privacy, and control features for enhanced creativity and a differentiated experience. Secure all your apps and control what people can and cannot see with the OnePlus Ace 3.

Battery and Charging

Crowning OnePlus Ace 3’s impressive performance is a long-lasting battery that powers you through all your tasks. A massive 5500mAh Li-Po built-in battery powers the OnePlus Ace 3, which you can rely on for your daily phone use. For charging, you get a 100W wired flash charger that ensures your phone is charged within the shortest time, and you can bounce back and enjoy your phone (1-100% in 30 mins as advertised).

Memory

OnePlus Ace 3 has a large memory space to enable you to do and save more without worrying. The phone comes with 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, or 1TB 16GB RAM variants, allowing you to choose depending on your intended tasks. Although the phone lacks a dedicated MicroSD card slot, these memory variants are sufficient for most storage as you can save your documents, photos, and videos and install the apps you need. The memory is supported by UFS 4.0, enabling you to create more space and easily transfer files within devices.

Camera

OnePlus Ace 3 understands your need for a high-definition camera to enable you to make memories by capturing the smallest details vividly. The phone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP OIS, PDAF primary camera with f/1.8 wide, an 8MP f/2.2 112⁰  Ultrawide, and a 2MP f/2.4 macro camera for taking clear photos and videos. The rear camera has LED flash, panorama, HDR, PDAF, and OIS features, which enhance the quality of pictures under any setting and lighting. The rear camera records Full HD videos of up to 4k@30/60fps and 1080p@30fps, which assures you of professional-looking videos. With this, every tiny detail in your video is captured to give you sharp and clear videos.

OnePlus Ace 3 has a front, 16MP camera with an f/2.0 wide aperture with Autofocus for vivid and natural-looking selfies. You can take dazzling and shiny selfies using the front camera that captures your whole beauty in its natural element. Regarding videos, the front camera records up to 1080p@30fps videos and allows dual portrait video that enhances your video experience. Thanks to the face-unlock feature, you can use the front camera to unlock your phone.

Network, Communication, and Connectivity

OnePlus Ace 3 supports a dual sim standby network up to 5G. Making and receiving calls has never been easier, thanks to the 5G connectivity that ensures you stay connected even when the network is low. You get 2 nano sim slots for your preferred networks. You can connect to the internet using the dual-band Wi-Fi or create a hotspot for your other devices. For connecting to other devices, you get a USB C 2.0 cable for wired connection, like sharing files or Wi-Fi tethering, Bluetooth 5.3 for connecting to other devices, like audio devices or transferring files, and stereo speakers for quality calls and music. The phone also supports NFC to make contactless transactions more convenient. Additionally, the phone has an infrared port that allows you to connect to and control other electronic devices.

Satellite Navigation

When finding your way around, your phone has satellite positioning features like GPS, GNSS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, and BeiDou that allow you to navigate easily.

Sensors

OnePlus Ace 3 has several sensors that enhance the phone’s performance. For security and privacy, the screen has under-display optical fingerprint sensors that unlock your phone with a touch. The phone also has an accelerometer, compass, proximity, Ambient light, and gyro sensors. Furthermore, you get a color spectrum sensor (CSS) for precise real-life colors for your photos and videos.

Hits and Misses

Hits

• 5G and NFC enabled.
• Sturdy modern design
• Wide immersive 6.78 inches LTPO AMOLED with HDR10+
• 120Hz refresh rate with capacitive multitouch.
• Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
• The display supports up to 4000nit rightness
• High battery capacity at 5500mAh
• 100W wired supercharge.
• Massive memory space variants available
• High-performance processor for multitasking and gaming.
• ColorOS 14 is based on Android 14 for personalized customization.
• Quality photos and videos at 4k@30fps
• It has stereo speakers and an infrared port

Misses

• No wireless or reverse charging
• Lacks audio jack and FM Radio
• No expandable external memory
• No water or dust resistance is specified

Unboxing

• OnePlus Ace 3
• USB C Cable
• Power Adapter
• Sim ejector tool
• Phone case
• User manual

Verdict

OnePlus Ace 3 is a midrange phone with great features that provide an optimal smartphone experience. The phone is a force to reckon with, from its impressive performance features to high memory capacity and quality high-resolution cameras. You will be enjoying all these on a massive and interactive screen that allows you to explore a whole world of possibilities in a personalized manner thanks to Android 14’s ColorOS 14. Instead of looking for a high-priced phone to fulfill your smartphone needs, try the OnePlus Ace 3, and you will not regret it.

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