February 19, 2025 – OnePlus has officially launched the OnePlus Watch 3 globally, introducing a larger 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display, improved durability, and advanced health tracking features. The smartwatch succeeds the OnePlus Watch 2 with key refinements, including Snapdragon W5 and BES2800BP dual-chipset architecture, up to 16 days of battery life, and military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability.
OnePlus Watch 3: Price and Availability
✔ Global Price: $329.99 (Approx. ₹28,700)
✔ Color Options: Obsidian Titanium (Black titanium bezel, stainless steel body), Emerald Titanium (Silver titanium bezel, stainless steel body).
✔ Pre-Orders Open: Now available for pre-order in the US and Europe, with shipping starting from February 25th.
✔ India Launch: Yet to be confirmed.
OnePlus Watch 3: Specifications & Features
Display & Design
- 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display (Resolution: 466 x 466 pixels).
- Up to 2,200 nits peak brightness for exceptional outdoor visibility.
- Sapphire crystal glass protection for enhanced durability.
Performance & Operating System
- Powered by Snapdragon W5 & BES2800BP chipsets for optimized efficiency.
- 32GB storage for apps, music, and data.
- Runs on Wear OS by Google & RTOS, ensuring smooth performance and Google Play Store access.
Durability & Build Quality
- 5 ATM / IP68 water resistance, making it suitable for swimming and extreme conditions.
- Military-grade MIL-STD-810H certification ensures resilience against harsh environments.
Connectivity & Smart Features
- Bluetooth 5.2, dual-band L1+L5 GPS, NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Bluetooth calling support, allowing users to answer calls directly from the watch.
Battery & Charging
- 631mAh battery, offering:
- Up to 16 days of battery life in power saver mode.
- Up to 3 days in smart mode under heavy usage.
Advanced Health & Fitness Tracking
- 60-second ‘Health Check-In’ feature provides key health metrics instantly.
- Vascular health tracking, including arterial stiffness assessment.
- Comprehensive sleep monitoring, with sleep quality score & snoring risk assessment.
- Wrist temperature tracking for health insights.
- Continuous heart rate monitoring with high/low heart rate notifications.
- SpO2 blood oxygen tracking.
Sensors & Sports Tracking
- Wrist temperature sensor, optical heart rate sensor, optical pulse oximeter, geomagnetic sensor, light sensor, barometer, acceleration sensor, and gyroscope.
- 100+ sports modes, including:
- 11 professional sports (skiing, tennis, badminton, swimming, cycling, mountain climbing, rowing, elliptical training, and more).
What’s New in the OnePlus Watch 3?
✔ Revamped Crown Navigation – Unlike its predecessor, the new crown can be used to navigate the UI, improving interaction and usability.
✔ Bigger Display – The 1.5-inch panel replaces the 1.43-inch display of the OnePlus Watch 2, delivering better screen real estate and improved brightness (2,200 nits peak).
✔ Larger Battery – 631mAh capacity, up from 500mAh in the OnePlus Watch 2, ensuring longer usage time.
✔ Enhanced Health Tracking – New 60-second ‘Health Check-In’ feature, offering real-time health insights at a glance.
Final Thoughts: A Strong Contender in the Premium Smartwatch Segment
The OnePlus Watch 3 brings meaningful upgrades in display, durability, battery life, and health tracking, making it one of the most feature-packed smartwatches in its segment. With premium materials, powerful performance, and advanced fitness capabilities, the OnePlus Watch 3 is designed for users seeking a high-end smartwatch experience.
As OnePlus continues to refine its wearable technology, the Watch 3 stands out as a strong competitor to Samsung Galaxy Watch and Apple Watch models. With pre-orders already open in global markets, the India launch is eagerly awaited.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.