OnePlus Ace 2 Pro review
This phone suits someone in 2022 who wanted flagship performance and a great display without flagship pricing or size. By 2026, it is a budget secondhand buy at best, outclassed by newer mid-rangers in battery efficiency, software support, and camera versatility.
This review is based on OnePlus’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the OnePlus Ace 2 Pro, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The OnePlus Ace 2 Pro is a 2022 flagship that punches above its price with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and a fluid 6.7-inch display, but the 4800 mAh battery and modest camera setup betray its mid-tier positioning. It remains a solid choice for performance-hungry buyers who don't need the latest silicon or imaging prowess.
Design & build
OnePlus kept the Ace 2 Pro trim: 203g and 8.8mm thick, it feels light and slim in hand compared to other 6.7-inch phones. The glass-and-plastic sandwich is durable enough but unremarkable—not a flagship feel at this price. The flat edges and minimal bezels give clean proportions, though the plastic frame ages less gracefully than aluminum. For a device from August 2022, this design is practical and comfortable to hold for long sessions.
Display
The 6.7-inch Fluid AMOLED with 120Hz refresh is the heart of this phone's appeal. Colors pop, blacks are true, and the 950 nits peak brightness handles outdoor glare without flinching. The 1080p resolution at 394 ppi is sharp enough at normal viewing distance, though rivals were already pushing 1440p at this price by late 2022. Scrolling and gaming feel smooth and responsive thanks to the 120Hz panel. HDR10+ support and the color spectrum sensor round out a display that punches well for the class.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is not the absolute latest by 2022 standards—the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 arrived later that year—but it is still a capable workhorse. Heavy games like Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail run at high settings without hiccups, and jumping between apps is seamless. The Adreno 730 GPU handles demanding graphics, and 12GB RAM is the floor here; the 16GB variant is smarter for longevity. This is not a phone that will struggle with day-to-day tasks or even sustained gaming, though it is not leading the performance charts either.
Software
Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1 was current at release but is now dated. OnePlus has a mixed track record with update support, and by mid-2024 this device is likely stuck on Android 13 or 14 at best. ColorOS adds useful features like a floating window manager and smart sidebars, but the UI is denser and less clean than stock Android. The software experience is competent but not a selling point—you are getting bloatware and a less predictable update timeline than flagship pricing might suggest.
Camera
The 50 MP f/1.8 main sensor with OIS is the backbone and delivers pleasing shots in daylight, with natural color and solid detail. The macro lens is essentially ornamental—2 MP serves no real purpose. The 8 MP ultrawide at 120 degrees is where the setup shows its limits: it is narrower and softer than rivals' ultrawide sensors, and low-light performance lags noticeably. Night shots from the main camera are decent but not exceptional. The 16 MP front-facing camera handles selfies adequately. For a phone at this price in 2022, the camera is respectable but unremarkable—it does not define the device.
Battery & charging
The 4800 mAh battery is the weak link. A full day of moderate use—messaging, email, browsing—gets you to evening, but heavy gaming or video pushes you toward the charger by mid-afternoon. Rivals at this price offered 5000 mAh or more by 2022. SuperVOOC charging is the saving grace: full charge in under 45 minutes from empty means you can grab a quick top-up in the morning or afternoon if needed. The fast charging does not fully mask the undersized battery, but it makes the trade-off liveable.
Value & verdict
At around 500 EUR in 2022, the Ace 2 Pro offered genuine value for performance: the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 was rare below 600 EUR. Now in 2026, it is a four-year-old phone competing against far more efficient chips and significantly larger batteries in budget and mid-range segments. If you can find one secondhand at a steep discount, the performance and display are still respectable for casual gaming and media consumption. New retail is not worth it.
Verdict
This phone suits someone in 2022 who wanted flagship performance and a great display without flagship pricing or size. By 2026, it is a budget secondhand buy at best, outclassed by newer mid-rangers in battery efficiency, software support, and camera versatility.
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 with 8GB/16GB RAM handles heavy games and multitasking smoothly for 2022
- 6.7-inch Fluid AMOLED at 120Hz with 950 nits peak brightness is sharp and responsive
- SuperVOOC charging fills the 4800 mAh battery in under 45 minutes
- Compact and light at 203g and 8.8mm, easier to pocket than most flagships of this size
- 4800 mAh battery struggles past a workday of heavy use or gaming without a midday charge
- 50 MP main camera is solid but the ultrawide and macro sensors are underwhelming compared to rivals at this price
- 1080p display density is fine at arm's length but rivals pushed to 1440p by 2022
OnePlus Ace 2 Pro Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2022, August 09 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio), Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 950 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm |
| Battery | 4800 mAh |
| Charging | SuperVOOC |
| Software | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 |
| Dimensions | 163 x 75.4 x 8.8 mm (6.42 x 2.97 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 203.5 g (7.20 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, glass back |
| Network | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
OnePlus Ace 2 Pro FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the Ace 2 Pro support 5G?
Yes. The Ace 2 Pro supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the Ace 2 Pro use?
The Ace 2 Pro runs on the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).
What display does the Ace 2 Pro have?
A 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio) Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 950 nits (peak), 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density).
How big is the Ace 2 Pro battery?
The Ace 2 Pro has a 4800 mAh battery. Charging is rated at SuperVOOC.
Does the Ace 2 Pro have NFC?
Yes, the Ace 2 Pro has NFC.
Does the Ace 2 Pro support a microSD card?
No, the Ace 2 Pro does not support expandable storage.
Alternatives to consider
If the Ace 2 Pro isn’t quite right, these are the closest calls.
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