DXOMARK evaluating the Audio Performance of the OnePlus 10T 5G

DXOMARK is a well-respected source for camera and audio performance evaluations, and their audio tests are comprehensive and thorough. They test a variety of aspects of a device's audio performance, including its microphone and speaker capabilities, as well as how well it handles noise and distortion.

In general, the OnePlus 10T 5G received good scores for its audio performance, with particularly strong results for its speaker performance. In terms of recording audio with its built-in microphones, the device received a score of 63, which is considered good. This score is based on tests that evaluate the device's ability to accurately capture sound in a variety of scenarios, such as when recording a voice memo or a conversation in a noisy environment.

The OnePlus 10T 5G also performed well in the speaker category, receiving a score of 71, which is considered very good. This score is based on tests that evaluate the device's ability to play back audio clearly and loudly, with minimal distortion or other issues. The device received particularly strong scores for its bass and timbre performance, which is a measure of how well it reproduces the full range of frequencies and nuances in music and other audio content.

The OnePlus 10T 5G appears to have a strong audio performance, with a good microphone and very good speaker capabilities. It should be able to handle a wide range of audio tasks, from recording voice memos to playing back music and other audio content.

It's good to see that the OnePlus 10T 5G has two stereo speakers, which should provide a more immersive and spatial audio experience when watching videos or listening to music. Having two speakers also allows for more volume and clarity, as each speaker can be dedicated to reproducing different parts of the audio spectrum.

It's worth noting that the device does not have a jack audio output, which means that you will need to use a Bluetooth connection or the device's USB-C port to connect external headphones or speakers. This may not be an issue for some users, but it is worth considering if you have a preference for using a wired connection or if you own headphones with a 3.5mm jack.

The noise cancellation feature on the OnePlus 10T 5G is also worth mentioning. This technology helps to reduce background noise and distractions when using the device's microphones to record audio or make phone calls. Noise cancellation can be particularly useful in noisy environments, such as when you are in a crowded place or on a busy street.

The audio specifications of the OnePlus 10T 5G seem to be fairly standard for a modern smartphone, with two stereo speakers and the inclusion of noise cancellation being notable features.

The OnePlus 10T 5G appears to have good overall performance when it comes to audio playback, with strong results in terms of the absence of artifacts and good volume performance.

However, it seems that the device has some weaknesses in terms of its tonal balance and timbre. A midrange-centric tonal balance means that the device may emphasize the frequencies in the midrange of the audio spectrum, potentially at the expense of other frequencies such as the bass and treble. This could result in audio that sounds slightly thin or lacking in depth.

Additionally, poor timbre overall could indicate that the device has difficulty accurately reproducing the nuances and characteristics of different instruments and voices. This could result in audio that sounds less natural or lifelike.

A lack of low-end extension may also impact the device's bass precision and tonal balance. This means that the device may have difficulty reproducing the lower frequencies of the audio spectrum, which could result in a bass response that is less impactful or precise.

The OnePlus 10T 5G seems to have good performance in terms of audio playback, but there may be some issues with its tonal balance and timbre that could impact the overall quality of the audio.

The OnePlus 10T 5G seems to have good performance when it comes to recording audio, with strong results in terms of tonal balance and wind noise reduction. Good tonal balance means that the device is able to capture audio with a balanced frequency response, resulting in audio that sounds natural and lifelike. Wind noise reduction helps to reduce the impact of wind on audio recordings, which can be particularly useful when recording outside or in other windy environments.

However, it appears that the device has some issues with the recording quality, particularly when it comes to selfie video and memo recordings. Inconsistent recording quality means that the audio quality of recordings may vary depending on the scenario or use case. It may be that the device performs better for main camera video recordings than for other types of recordings.

Additionally, memo recordings are recorded in mono, which means that the audio is recorded in a single channel rather than in stereo. Mono recordings can lack the spatial separation and sense of direction that stereo recordings provide, which may impact the overall quality and immersive nature of the audio.

The OnePlus 10T 5G appears to have good performance when it comes to recording audio, but there may be some issues with the recording quality and the mono nature of memo recordings that could impact the overall quality of the audio.

The OnePlus 10T 5G has decent overall performance when it comes to audio playback, but there are some areas that could be improved. The device's midrange-focused tonal balance may lack bass and high-end extension, which could result in audio that sounds thin or lacking in depth. Its dynamics performance is decent, but there may be some issues with bass precision and punch that could impact the overall quality of the audio.

The device's spatial performance in playback is also reported to be poor, with a narrow sound scene and imprecise localizability making it difficult to accurately place individual elements in the audio field. Distance and depth rendering may also be inaccurate, which could impact the sense of immersion in the audio.

On the positive side, the OnePlus 10T 5G has good volume performance, with good intelligibility at low volumes and good loudness at maximum volume. It is also free of any unwanted audio artifacts, which is a good sign for the overall quality of the audio.

Here is how the OnePlus 10T 5G performed in playback use cases compared to its competitors:



Here are a few sound pressure levels (SPL) measured when playing our sample recordings of hip-hop and classical music at maximum volume:


The following graph shows the gradual changes in volume going from minimum to maximum. DXOMARK expect these changes to be consistent across the range so that all volume steps correspond to users’ expectations:

Treble refers to the high-frequency sounds in a recording, such as the sibilant sounds in speech (e.g. "s" and "sh" sounds) and the high-pitched sounds of certain instruments. In main camera recordings, the OnePlus 10T 5G seems to produce clean and open treble, which means that these high-frequency sounds are clear and distinct. However, in memo app recordings, the treble sounds more muffled, which means that they are less distinct and may sound dull or subdued.

Dynamics refer to the range of volume in a recording. If a recording has good dynamics, it will have a range of loud and soft sounds, rather than all being at the same volume. The OnePlus 10T 5G reportedly has average dynamics in main and front camera recordings, which means that the range of volume is not particularly wide. However, in memo app recordings, the background noise is reportedly too loud, which may affect the overall dynamics of the recording.

Loudness refers to the overall volume of a recording. The OnePlus 10T 5G has good loudness in main and front camera recordings, but this drops considerably in memo app recordings. This means that the volume of the recording will be lower in memo app recordings compared to main and front camera recordings.

Artifacts refer to any unwanted sounds or distortions that are present in a recording. In the case of the OnePlus 10T 5G, it is mentioned that some distortion may be present with sudden loud noises and at high sound pressure levels. This means that the recording may have a distorted or fuzzy quality when there are sudden loud noises or when the volume of the sound being recorded is very high.

The OnePlus 10T 5G has decent recording performance, but there are some variations depending on the use case. Main camera recordings tend to have clean and open treble, good dynamics, and good loudness, while memo app recordings may have muffled treble, less good dynamics due to a too-loud background, and lower loudness. There may also be some distortion present in recordings made under certain conditions.

Here is how the OnePlus 10T 5G performed in recording use cases compared to its competitors:


Here are the sound levels recorded in the audio and video files, measured in LUFS (Loudness Unit Full Scale); as a reference, we expect loudness levels to be above -24 LUFS for recorded content:

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