Samsung Galaxy Note10+ vs OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McLaren: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user, the Samsung Galaxy Note10+ emerges as the more well-rounded choice. Its superior display brightness, more comprehensive feature set (including wireless charging and the S Pen), and generally more consistent software experience outweigh the 7T Pro 5G McLaren’s slight performance edge.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Samsung Galaxy Note10+ | OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McLaren |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Global, LATAM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 |
| 5G bands | - | 71 SA |
| EDGE | No | - |
| GPRS | Yes | - |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G (2+ Gbps DL) |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66, 71 - Canada | CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, August 07. Released 2019, August 23 | 2019, October 23. Released 2019, November 05 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 162.3 x 77.2 x 7.9 mm (6.39 x 3.04 x 0.31 in) | 162.6 x 75.9 x 8.8 mm (6.40 x 2.99 x 0.35 in) |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | - |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 196 g (6.91 oz) | 206 g (7.27 oz) |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Stylus, 42ms latency (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro) | - | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3040 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~498 ppi density) | 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~516 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.8 inches, 114.0 cm2 (~91.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 108.8 cm2 (~88.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED, HDR10+ | Fluid AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+ |
| Always-on display | - | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M4 & 2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A75 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) - EMEA/LATAMOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) - USA/China | Octa-core (1x2.96 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) |
| Chipset | Exynos 9825 (7 nm) - EMEA/LATAMQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) - USA/China | Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855+ (7 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MP12 - EMEA/LATAMAdreno 640 - USA/China | Adreno 640 (700 MHz) |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4 | Android 10, OxygenOS 10.0 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Call records | Yes | - |
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only | No |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Phonebook | 200 entries | - |
| UFS 3.0 | UFS 3.0 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | CIF | - |
| Triple | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.1, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom 16 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm, Super Steady video 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, (depth) | 48 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), AF |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF | Motorized pop-up 16 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 32-bit/384kHz audio Tuned by AKG | - | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| Radio | FM radio (USA & Canada only) | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Browser | WAP 2.0 | - |
| Games | Downloadable | - |
| Java | No | - |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS | - |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) ANT+ Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless | 30W wired |
| Stand-by | Up to 450 h | - |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h | - |
| Type | Li-Ion 4300 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 4085 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Aura Glow, Aura White, Aura Black, Aura Blue | Papaya Orange |
| Models | SM-N975F, SM-N975U, SM-N9750, SM-N975U1, SM-N975W, SM-N975N, SM-N975X, SCV45 | HD1925 |
| Price | About 220 EUR | About 800 EUR |
| SAR | 0.35 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body) | - |
| SAR EU | 0.19 W/kg (head) 1.40 W/kg (body) | - |
| Tests | ||
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| Audio quality | Noise -94.0dB / Crosstalk -95.1dB | - |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 107h | - |
| Camera | Photo / Video | - |
| Display | Contrast ratio: infinite (nominal) | - |
| Loudspeaker | -26.0 LUFS (Very good) | - |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 342208 (v7), 438622 (v8) GeekBench: 10403 (v4.4), 2154 (v5.1) GFXBench: 24fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Samsung Galaxy Note10+
- Brighter display for outdoor visibility
- S Pen functionality for productivity
- Faster 45W wired and wireless charging
- Exynos variant may experience thermal throttling
- Software can feel bloated compared to OnePlus
OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McLaren
- Slightly faster processor (Snapdragon 855+)
- Cleaner, more streamlined Android experience
- 5G connectivity
- Slower charging speeds
- Lacks wireless charging and S Pen
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy Note10+ boasts a display capable of reaching 794 nits of peak brightness, providing excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. While the 7T Pro 5G McLaren’s display specs aren’t provided, Samsung’s panel technology historically excels in outdoor readability. The Note10+’s ‘infinite’ contrast ratio (nominal) suggests a superior viewing experience with deeper blacks, crucial for media consumption. The absence of LTPO technology in either device means refresh rates are fixed, but the Note10+'s brightness advantage is a significant differentiator.
Camera Comparison
Both phones offer capable camera systems, but detailed sensor information is limited. The Note10+’s strength lies in its versatility, offering a wider range of shooting modes and features. The 7T Pro 5G McLaren likely prioritizes image processing speed and low-light performance with its Snapdragon ISP. Without specific sensor size or aperture data, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner, but Samsung’s history of strong image processing algorithms gives the Note10+ an edge in overall image quality and feature set. The inclusion of a 2MP macro camera on the 7T Pro 5G McLaren is unlikely to significantly impact image quality.
Performance
Both devices utilize the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, but the OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McLaren features the slightly enhanced Snapdragon 855+ (7nm). This translates to a marginally higher peak CPU clock speed (2.96 GHz vs 2.84 GHz on the US/China Note10+ variant) and potentially better sustained performance under heavy load. However, the Note10+’s EMEA/LATAM variant uses the Exynos 9825, which has historically faced thermal throttling concerns. The 7T Pro 5G McLaren’s focus on performance is further evidenced by its likely faster RAM speed (LPDDR4X is standard for both, but OnePlus often optimizes memory configurations).
Battery Life
The Samsung Galaxy Note10+ achieves an endurance rating of 107 hours, indicating solid battery life. While the 7T Pro 5G McLaren’s battery capacity isn’t specified, its 30W wired charging is slower than the Note10+’s 45W wired charging with PD3.0. The Note10+ also offers 15W wireless charging (Qi) and 4.5W reverse wireless charging, features absent on the 7T Pro 5G McLaren. The Note10+'s faster charging and wireless capabilities provide greater convenience, offsetting any potential capacity differences.
Buying Guide
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Note10+ if you need a device for productivity, creative tasks, and enjoy a feature-rich experience with the S Pen. Its brighter display is also ideal for outdoor use. Buy the OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McLaren if you prioritize raw gaming performance and 5G connectivity, and prefer a cleaner, more streamlined Android experience without the added features of the Note series.