Skeptical about getting a OnePlus phone , any advice/reccomendation?
I'm not the type of guy who buys a phone every 1–2 years, so buying a phone is a huge investment for me. As of now, I own a Redmi 8 that I've had since quarantine. It's laggy, the screen is broken, but I still use it. I think it's finally time to buy a new phone, and since it's such a big jump, I really think about every little detail when researching one.
I'm not really a mobile gamer. My goal is to have a phone that is durable, smooth, stable, and free of lag or bugs for 3–4 years. I want it to feel the same when using apps like Instagram on day one as it does three years later.
To be clear, I'm looking for a phone that costs around $150–200. At first, I thought about getting the Google Pixel 7, but then I heard it has major heating issues, which I don't like. Samsung doesn't really know how to make good low-end devices. I also feel like Realme and Infinix aren't very durable and are mainly focused on cheap gaming phones (for example, the Infinix Hot 60i and Realme C75). I've never actually used phones from those companies—it's just the impression I've gotten from what I've seen across the internet.
Then I came across OnePlus. At first, I thought it was just another cheap gaming phone. When I saw its specifications, I assumed it probably used lower-quality RAM and a battery crammed into a small device that wouldn't last more than a year. But after researching more, I found that the cameras are great, the user experience is excellent, and overall the phones seem to be very good. I'm mainly talking about the OnePlus 11R, 11, and 12R.
Now, the things that make me skeptical and paranoid are:
- The green line issue. I don't know if it's actually OnePlus's fault or if it's caused by users being careless. I can't imagine buying a phone expecting it to last four years, only to get a green line after a month.
- Software support (OxygenOS). I'm worried about it eventually being discontinued because I don't know if it's smart to buy a phone with software that isn't controlled by a larger company. On the other hand, I'm still using my Redmi 8, which doesn't even have HyperOS, so maybe it isn't that big of a deal.
- The lack of OnePlus services in my country, and the fact that OnePlus mainly focuses on India and China.
So, do you think I can buy a OnePlus phone (11R, 11, or 12R) today and expect it to stay smooth and durable for years without green line issues or noticeable lag? Or do you think I should choose another brand like OPPO, Vivo, HONOR, or Xiaomi? One thing to note is that phones from those brands with similar specifications to the OnePlus 11 are usually more expensive.
I don't mind if you recommend a Samsung, Google, or any other brand. I just want you to explain the details, why I should choose one over another, and if you have an opinion that could change my perspective on the things I'm worried about. I'd really like to feel confident before buying a OnePlus phone.
Also you can ask me more about my preferences since i havent said much , and i would also love to .