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While OnePlus may not be a household name in the US, it remains a strong option if you want something a little less mainstream than a typical Apple, Samsung, or Google device. The OnePlus 15<\/a> and OnePlus 15R<\/a> might be the latest models from the company, but that doesn\u2019t necessarily make them the best<\/a>. If you prefer classic OnePlus design elements or are simply looking to save money, there are still plenty of older OnePlus devices worth considering, even as we head into 2026.<\/p>\n Of course, not all older OnePlus phones are still worth your time. For example, you\u2019re almost always better off with either a new mid-range Nord device over a used one. Some OnePlus phones are also too old to be suitable for serious use due to potential security issues.\u00a0 To make things easier, I\u2019ve gathered up a list of some of the best OnePlus phones worth buying, even if they are no longer the latest and greatest.<\/p>\n Whould you ever recommend or consider an older OnePlus model?<\/p>\n 180 votes<\/p>\n Yes, they tend to have low prices and are still great.<\/p>\n 74%<\/p>\n No, but I would if the software support was better.<\/p>\n 16%<\/p>\n No, I’m not a fan of the brand.<\/p>\n 4%<\/p>\n Not sure \/ Other.<\/p>\n 5%<\/p>\n Why you should consider an old OnePlus phone<\/p>\n C. Scott Brown \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n I get it, newer is supposed to be better. It\u2019s true that the newest devices will often have more powerful chipsets, camera hardware, and other improvements. That said, it\u2019s important to understand that as smartphone technology improves, we\u2019ve seen diminishing returns with each new hardware iteration.<\/p>\n As a result, almost any flagship-level phone released in the last five years should be more than capable of running even the most demanding mobile applications in 2025.\u00a0 Most people can easily make a flagship last for close to half a decade or more if you\u2019re willing to replace the battery. Thanks to improved software update policies, we\u2019re also seeing phone support last longer than ever. While OnePlus has a relatively modest update policy compared to Samsung or Google, you\u2019ll still get at least two OS upgrades and often at least a few years of security updates after that.<\/p>\n Not happy with the OnePlus 15 series? An older OnePlus phone can make a lot of sense.<\/p>\n Opting for an older phone can save you significant money. This is especially true for less popular brands like OnePlus, as trade-in values tend to decline faster than those of Apple or Samsung devices. Picking up an older OnePlus flagship also makes sense for users who were holding on to an older OnePlus device and are ready for an upgrade, but aren\u2019t happy with the changes introduced with the OnePlus 15 and 15R.<\/p>\n Of course, as with buying any used item, buying an old phone<\/a> can have its pitfalls. Even with better update policies, OnePlus phones often stop receiving official updates well before they are obsolete from a hardware perspective. While the company has occasionally released critical bug fixes outside the update window, any OnePlus phone older than about four years will carry a certain level of security risk.<\/p>\n Buying an older device also means you\u2019re likely buying a second-hand one, even if it\u2019s refurbished. That means there could be hidden issues, minor aesthetic damage like surface scratching, and other imperfections you wouldn\u2019t face with a brand-new device. Ultimately, though, it can be worth the risk if you can shop around and do your homework.<\/p>\n The best old OnePlus phones worth buying in 2026\n<\/p>\n OnePlus 13 and 13R<\/p>\n Joe Maring \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n There\u2019s a lot to like about the OnePlus 13<\/a> and OnePlus 13R<\/a>. Not only do both phones share the same iconic design that was abandoned with the OnePlus 15 series, but you\u2019ll also find plenty of processing power, helpful AI features, exceptional charging speeds, and one of the best overall OnePlus experiences to date.<\/p>\n The OnePlus 15 might be slightly more powerful, but both the 13 and 13R are very capable and offer several more years of software updates. Which of the two models should you consider? It depends on what you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n The OnePlus 13 has a faster Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, but the OnePlus 13R\u2019s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is still a very capable performer. You\u2019ll also find at least 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage on all models. The OnePlus 13 is the best choice if camera quality is top priority for you, but the 13R does well here for casual use. Display sizes differ slightly between the two, though the difference is barely noticeable.<\/p>\n The OnePlus 13 is still officially available in new condition directly from OnePlus<\/a> for $749.99, about $50 less than the OnePlus 15. If you don\u2019t mind going with a second-hand model, you\u2019ll find it for even cheaper, with the device going for around $550-$650 in Good or even Mint condition via places like Swappa<\/a>. Want to save even more? The OnePlus 13R is no longer available new in the US, but pricing for good condition or better typically ranges from $400 to $450.<\/p>\n OnePlus 13<\/a> Gorgeous design \u2022 Clever AI features \u2022 Flexible cameras<\/p>\n The OG flagship killer’s killer flagship.<\/p>\n The OnePlus 13 is the company’s most killer flagship to date, offering a massive battery, speedy charging, and powerful cameras that give Google and Samsung something to worry about.<\/p>\n OnePlus 13R<\/a> Speedy performance \u2022 Long-lasting battery \u2022 Superb value for money<\/p>\n R-eally great.<\/p>\n The OnePlus 13R is everything you\u2019d expect from a OnePlus phone \u2014 blazing performance, amazing battery life, and rapid charging. Add to that a gorgeous display and a smooth, feature-packed Oxygen OS experience, and you have a phone that feels like it punches well above its $600 price tag.<\/p>\n OnePlus 12 and 12R<\/p>\n Ryan Whitwam \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n The OnePlus 12<\/a> and OnePlus 12R<\/a> have essentially the same design language as both their predecessor and successor, and they still pack a pretty hefty punch even in 2025 while saving you even more money in the process.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll get a Snapdragon 8 chip in either phone, but the OnePlus 12 has a Gen 3 processor, while the OnePlus 12R rocks the Gen 2. The higher-end model also has a slightly larger 6.82-inch OLED display, while the OnePlus 12R has a 6.78-inch OLED. The camera experience is also better with the OnePlus 12, but not by a massive margin. Both models feature a triple-camera setup with a 50MP main camera, though the OnePlus 12 has more capable secondary cameras.<\/p>\n There are certainly other differences, but the key takeaway is that both phones can handle any modern Android app and are supported with new OS updates through at least Android 18.<\/p>\n OnePlus 11<\/p>\n Ryan Haines \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n OnePlus 11 back<\/p>\n This is probably the oldest we\u2019d go, as the OnePlus 11 currently runs Android 16 and is expected to receive one more major OS update to Android 17, likely in 2026. This phone has similar specs to the OnePlus 12R, including a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. On the display side, you get a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel.<\/p>\n The camera package is somewhere between the OnePlus 12 and 12R in quality, with a 50MP main sensor backed by a 32MP telephoto and a 48MP ultrawide lens. This phone might be slightly less powerful than the OnePlus 12, but it\u2019s still plenty capable and should run almost any Android app or game with ease.<\/p>\n You might notice I left out the OnePlus 11R, but it\u2019s worth noting that this model was never sold in the US; the OnePlus 12R was the first to debut stateside.<\/p>\n For those interested in the OnePlus 11,\u00a0it typically ranges\u00a0from $300 to $375<\/a>, making it comparable in price\u00a0to the OnePlus 12R.<\/p>\n OnePlus Open<\/p>\n Dhruv Bhutani \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n The OnePlus Open is now over two years old, but it remains the latest OnePlus foldable. While it\u2019s no longer offered in the US, you can still find it in the second-hand market fairly easily.<\/p>\n At its release, we considered the Open one of the very best foldable phones ever to arrive and a surprisingly polished first-generation device. While perhaps not as fleshed out as Samsung\u2019s foldable software, OnePlus did a great job creating a multitasking layout that is perfect for the form factor.<\/p>\n Even though it may not be as new as it once was, the Open still holds up reasonably well against more advanced devices such as the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. You get a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, 16GB of RAM, and storage configurations up to 1TB. The Open also received Android 16 this month, so you\u2019re on the latest version of Android.<\/p>\n Not only is the OnePlus Open still a capable performer, but you can also find it for dirt cheap second-hand. The OnePlus Open can be found on sites like Swappa for as little as $650 in good condition<\/a>.<\/p>\n What about the OnePlus 10T\/10 Pro or any other older models?<\/p>\n Dhruv Bhutani \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n At just three years old, the OnePlus 10T and OnePlus 10 Pro are still very capable devices, yet for most people, it\u2019s hard to recommend them. The same applies to anything older than this from OnePlus.<\/p>\n Even if the hardware is still up for the job in some cases, OnePlus doesn\u2019t commit to updates for very long. The OnePlus 10T has already stopped receiving major OS updates. The OnePlus 10 Pro remains eligible for Android 16 and is expected to receive it, but it will not receive any further major updates. If you love OnePlus and are looking for a\u00a0mid-to-high-end experience at a lower price, the\u00a0OnePlus 10 Pro<\/a> is the better pick, as you can find it for\u00a0around $200.<\/p>\n Just be aware that we\u2019d only recommend it if you\u2019re using it as a backup device, as it will likely receive very limited security patches going forward, if any. It would also make a good children\u2019s Wi-Fi device, provided nothing important or sensitive is stored on it.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t want to miss the best from Android Authority?<\/p>\n![\"OnePlus](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/OnePlus-Logo-on-OnePlus-9-Pro-scaled.jpg\"\/ "\\"OnePlus"){kind=logo}
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