OnePlus Pad 2 Pro to Launch Globally as OnePlus Pad 3, Featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite

In a move that’s raising eyebrows more for its branding than its specs, OnePlus has confirmed the international launch of its latest high-end tablet, which will arrive globally as the OnePlus Pad 3. But here’s the catch — this isn’t the same “Pad 3” that was launched in China last December. Instead, the global Pad 3 is actually the OnePlus Pad 2 Pro, launched just days ago in China.

Naming Confusion Continues

OnePlus appears to be following the increasingly baffling trend among Chinese OEMs of renaming products for different regions. The device being launched in Europe and other global markets on June 5 is not the earlier Pad 3 from China, but a completely new model with flagship-grade specs.

While the move might make sense from a regional product strategy perspective, it’s sure to confuse international consumers and tech followers trying to keep up with model lineages across markets.

Flagship Hardware: Snapdragon 8 Elite, Massive Display

Despite the naming muddle, the upcoming OnePlus Pad 3 (international) is a powerhouse on paper. Here’s what it packs:

• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (Elite Edition)

• Display: 13.2-inch LCD panel, 2400 x 3392 resolution, 144Hz refresh rate

• Memory Options: 8GB / 12GB / 16GB RAM

• Storage Variants: 256GB and 512GB

• Rear Camera: 13MP

• Front Camera: 8MP

• Battery: 12,140 mAh with 67W wired fast charging

• OS: Android 15

This setup positions the tablet firmly in the premium Android tablet segment, targeting productivity enthusiasts, gamers, and media consumers alike.

Aggressive Pre-Launch Offers

To build anticipation, OnePlus is offering an early access pre-booking deal: Pay just €1 now to receive:

• €99.99 discount on the final retail price

• €50 coupon applicable toward the tablet

• Free gift code for the OnePlus SuperVOOC 80W Dual Ports GaN Power Adapter Kit

This generous bundle, however, suggests that the Pad 3 may not include a charger in the box — a growing trend even in the tablet market.

Global Availability and Expectations

While OnePlus hasn’t confirmed every country that will receive the OnePlus Pad 3, Europe is definitely first in line, with broader global rollout likely to follow. It’s also worth noting that OnePlus has maintained a relatively quick launch cycle, bringing the tablet to international markets less than a month after its debut in China.

With the Snapdragon 8 Elite, massive high-refresh screen, and flagship battery setup, the OnePlus Pad 3 is poised to take on premium rivals like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, Xiaomi Pad 6 Max, and Lenovo Tab Extreme — assuming OnePlus can clear up the branding confusion along the way.