A Bold Entry into a Crowded Arena
OnePlus has always been big on ambition. The OnePlus Pad 4 is maybe their confident move yet into the tablet market. The OnePlus Pad 4 was launched in India on April 30 2026. It will be available for sale from May 5. The Pad 4 is a follow-up, to the OnePlus Pad 3. The OnePlus Pad 3 came out in September 2025. Did really well. The OnePlus Pad 4 has an improved processor. It also has a large battery. The design of the Pad 4 has been refined. The OnePlus Pad 4 is going up against competitors. These include Samsungs Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Apples iPad Pro. Can the OnePlus Pad 4 compete with them?
Design: Sleek, Slim, and Seriously Premium
The OnePlus Pad 4 makes an immediate impression with its metal unibody construction. At just 5.94mm thin — a microscopic shave off the Pad 3’s 5.97mm — it somehow manages to feel even more refined despite housing a meaningfully larger battery inside. It weighs in at 672 grams, a reasonable heft for a tablet of this calibre. The device comes in two colour options: Dune Glow, a warm, earthy tone, and Sage Mist, a cooler, understated green. Both finishes exude a premium character that feels deliberate rather than accidental. One subtle design tweak worth noting: the pogo pins for keyboard attachment have migrated from near the bottom edge to the top, a change reportedly driven by the adoption of a cantilever keyboard design similar to Apple’s Magic Keyboard Pro.
Display: Big, Bright, and Stunningly Sharp
The OnePlus Pad 4 sports a 13.2-inch LCD panel running at a 3,392 x 2,400 pixel resolution — what OnePlus calls “3.4K.” The screen has a shape with a 7:5 aspect ratio and 315 pixels per inch. This makes it great for working and watching things at the time. The screen refreshes 144 times per second so scrolling is very smooth. It also responds to touch quickly 540 times per second which makes using a stylus or your fingers feel like it is happening right now. The screen can get very bright up to 1,000 nits, when you use the High Brightness Mode. The display of the screen is also very good, with Dolby Vision and 12-bit colour depth. This means the screen shows colours accurately with 98% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut. The one notable omission is OLED — a choice that will disappoint some, though it appears to be a deliberate cost-management decision to keep the price competitive at this performance level.
Performance: Snapdragon’s Finest Inside
Powering the OnePlus Pad 4 is Qualcomm’s latest and most powerful mobile processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. This is paired with either 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.1 storage, or a maxed-out 12GB of RAM with 512GB of storage. Notably, OnePlus has dropped the 16GB RAM variant that existed in the Pad 3 line-up, a curious step down for a flagship device. To manage the heat generated by such a powerful chip, the Pad 4 features a massive 45,260mm² vapour chamber — a 17% increase in surface area over its predecessor — ensuring sustained performance even during intensive tasks like gaming, video editing, or heavy multitasking. OnePlus boldly claims the Pad 4 is the “world’s fastest Android tablet,” a label that holds up when measured against rivals like the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Plus-equipped Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, though Apple’s M5-powered iPad Pro still sits above it in raw benchmark territory.
Battery: The Pad 4’s Killer Feature
If there’s one spec that defines the OnePlus Pad 4, it’s the battery. The device packs a colossal 13,380mAh cell — up from the Pad 3’s 12,140mAh — representing roughly a 10% increase. OnePlus claims this translates into up to 20 hours of uninterrupted video playback, and the real-world endurance is expected to be one of the best on the market for any Android tablet. Equally impressive is the 80W SuperVOOC fast charging support, which allows the enormous battery to be replenished in under two hours. This combination of sheer capacity and rapid charging makes battery anxiety essentially a non-issue with the Pad 4, setting it apart decisively from competitors like the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, let alone Apple’s iPad lineup.
Software and Multitasking: OxygenOS Grows Up
The OnePlus Pad 4 ships with OxygenOS 16, based on Android 16, and it brings meaningful productivity upgrades to the table. Users can now keep up to five application windows active simultaneously through a combination of split-screen views and floating windows — a genuine step forward for tablet multitasking on Android. The Seamless Sync feature allows for tighter integration between the tablet and other OnePlus devices. Additionally, the USB-C port supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 speeds, enabling users to connect the tablet to an external monitor via HDMI or DisplayPort — a genuine laptop replacement use case that OxygenOS 16 is well-positioned to support.
Accessories: Stylus Pro and Smart Keyboard
OnePlus has continued to build out its productivity ecosystem with two accessories launching alongside the Pad 4. The OnePlus Stylo Pro attaches magnetically to the tablet and charges wirelessly. The standout upgrade this generation is the improved pressure sensitivity, now reaching up to 16,000 points, alongside a new rubberised tip designed to mimic the feel of pen on paper. The stylus is priced at ₹5,499 (~$58), though early buyers will receive it free. The OnePlus Pad 4 Smart Keyboard uses a cantilever design that props the tablet at an ergonomic angle, making it a compelling companion for anyone looking to use the Pad 4 as a workstation replacement. Both accessories are sold separately.
Audio and Cameras: Surprisingly Complete
The OnePlus Pad 4 comes equipped with an eight-speaker system — four tweeters and four small subwoofers — that delivers room-filling, hi-fi audio. Combined with Dolby Atmos support, media playback is an immersive experience that few other tablets can match. On the camera front, the Pad 4 features a 13MP rear camera with LED flash for document scanning and video calls, alongside an 8MP front-facing camera. Wireless connectivity is covered by Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and an AI-enhanced antenna system designed to improve signal strength and coverage. A Wi-Fi-only model is available, with no cellular variant at launch.
Price and Availability: India First, World TBD
The OnePlus Pad 4 starts at ₹59,999 (~$630) for the 8GB/256GB model, with the top-tier 12GB/512GB variant priced at ₹64,999 (~$685). Compared to the Pad 3’s starting price of ₹49,999, this is a meaningful price jump — though it remains considerably more affordable than the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and iPad Pro. As of launch, the tablet is available exclusively in India, and OnePlus has not confirmed a global rollout. With the brand navigating an ongoing restructuring and a reported merger with Realme, the international future of the Pad 4 remains uncertain. For now, Indian consumers have access to one of the most compelling Android tablets ever made — and it would be a genuine loss if the rest of the world didn’t get the chance to experience it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does the OnePlus Pad 4 support 5G?
No. The OnePlus Pad 4 is available only as a Wi-Fi model at launch. There is no cellular variant, so mobile data requires hotspot tethering from a smartphone.
Q: Is the display OLED?
No, the Pad 4 uses an LCD panel. While it delivers excellent brightness, colour accuracy, and Dolby Vision support, OnePlus opted against OLED — likely to keep the price competitive against Samsung and Apple flagships.
Q: Does the Stylo Pro stylus come in the box?
Not exactly — it is sold separately at ₹5,499 (~$58). However, early buyers at launch receive the Stylo Pro free as a promotional bundle, so it is worth purchasing at launch to take advantage of this offer.
Q: How long does it take to fully charge the 13,380mAh battery?
With 80W SuperVOOC fast charging, the massive battery charges in under two hours — an impressive feat for a cell of this size, and far faster than most competing tablets at this capacity level.
Q: Will the OnePlus Pad 4 launch globally?
There is no confirmed global release date. As of launch, the tablet is only listed in India. OnePlus is currently restructuring its international strategy and has not announced availability for Europe, the US, or other markets.
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