OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro launch in China, you won't like the prices Comments
- RC255
- 0Fb
Of course they're cheaper there. That just makes sense given the trade deals and import charges. Still better value than $1000+ devices.
- Miguel
- s01
I think the price hike overseas, not only have to do with logistics costs and taxes, but it´s link to the China propaganda of being the greatest economic superpower in the world. I believe the economic war between China, EUA and Europe, with the last two imposing more restrictions in the comercial trading affair, provoque an inflation in electronic consumer goods. Also, demand is higher than ever for this premium smartphones, and with the virus outbreak there may be supply shortages. The same is to say that if you have high demand for a product and you cannot fulfill this demand entirely, prices will obviously rise.
Another angle is that components are getting more expensive, because companies are cramming their devices with overkill technology due to lack of innovation, with more cameras, more hertz, more ram, more memory, and that kind of internals reflects a higher price tag in the final product. Ultimately, this companies are taxing the rest of the world with the margin profits they stipulate, because they can, because they own the smartphone business, and with the bleeding economy outside China and Asia, they're going to exploit this fragility and suck all the profit they can. The world is becoming, more than ever: Made In China!
- GrandMaster
- ypY
balthazar, 17 Apr 2020US prices are always without VAT. When will you guys learn?Is the VAT $200-300? No! So shut up!
- Bobsta
- mxx
The hardware is exactly the same. Yes, we have to pay taxes, shipping costs etc (so do people in virtually all other countries). It does appear to me that we are subsidizing OP's customers because of fierce competition in the respective markets in China and India. Sorry OP - this isn't acceptable.
- Lamith
- ase
Anonymous, 17 Apr 2020Probably because you guys also complain about 300 dollar phones being "too expensive".What are you on about?
- Anonymous
- XUv
GSMareana just did a simple price conversion.
In reality, is more than that. The low salary in China, made it suitable for reseller to sell at lower margin. In USA, they need to have a higher profit.
- NotAnOpinion
- 4dt
Anonymous, 17 Apr 2020Actually parts of the GMS core is used in China, this changed was a result of some AOSP compon... moreUhm... I did not debate about the "core" of (AOSP) GMS, I said GMS (aka Safetynet, Gmaps, GDocs, GTranslate, GAssistant, etc.) and I never mentioned anything about the GService's embargo in the Communist country, so, what are you talking about?!
I for one do not need a history lesson or a China refresh status situation to know what are the current events that are happening in the Communist country.
- ASUS ROG Phone 3
- tT1
PK, 17 Apr 2020Now you know how India feels about Apple's pricing in the US and in India. iPhone 11(64gb ) :... moreI bought it for ₹63000 128 GB and now it is available off the shelves around ₹55000 - ₹57000! Never buy it from the retailer shops!!
- ASUS ROG Phone 3
- tT1
Sure the sale prices will be in my place as well!! Hope they match China prices which I am sure 100%
34312273- Whackcar
- 6QD
This is good news. Just get the phone shipped from China and save money. AliExpress is a good option for this purpose.
- balthazar
- RqR
PK, 17 Apr 2020Now you know how India feels about Apple's pricing in the US and in India. iPhone 11(64gb ) :... moreUS prices are always without VAT. When will you guys learn?
- Anonymous
- Twq
NickSinha, 17 Apr 2020Why GSMArena didn't point it out when Apple launched SE2 in India at $555 for 64gb, $620 for 1... moreProbably because you guys also complain about 300 dollar phones being "too expensive".
- PK
- 8uS
Now you know how India feels about Apple's pricing in the US and in India.
iPhone 11(64gb ) : US Price - 699 USD ; India Price - 68,300 Rupees (893 USD)
- NickSinha
- XUH
Why GSMArena didn't point it out when Apple launched SE2 in India at $555 for 64gb, $620 for 128gb and $764 for 256gb? Is it fair for us to pay $150-200 on each model? You guys never point it out because it's a US brand.
- mintwurm
- nZ0
VAT is huge though. In Germany it's at 19%.
So the 521€ in China would become 619.99€ in Germany.
Which leaves a price difference of about 80€.
I would assume that logistics don't add much, especially since these phones will be shipped in bulk. So the 80€ difference will pretty much stand.
- NotAnOpinion
- 4dt
Anonymous, 17 Apr 2020Where is s20+ for 350! Mind sharing a link ( I'd rather not be ripped off by carriers, so plea... moreNo need to offer me any money, PERIOD!
When I speak, you can most definitely take it to the bank and make a withdrawal. And this is one of oodles of promotions and deals. In many cases, additional savings from other perks.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.techradar.com/amp/news/galaxy-s20-price-cut-save-dollar600-on-the-s20-s20-plus-and-s20-ultra-at-samsung
- X41
- YQx
Vic4BBM, 17 Apr 2020In India its unlikely that price tag would be less. Recently GST was hiked to 18% from 12%. Ev... moreAs long as samsung release exynos version in India and Xiami doesn't take flagship market seriously. Oneplus won't face much competition in India
- V
- 33J
Pretty much the same situation as with Mi 10 / Pro.
What looked like amazing deal - top cameraphone for a bit above 500 euro ... Came at ridiculous price in Europe.
If you want flagman price you simply can't afford to be a measly flagman wannabe. You have to tick ALL the boxes and then go beyond. For example advertise and develop great maintenance network and spare parts supply chains. Buybacks and exclusive services...
I am now using Xiaomi phone. Can I give it back and have discount for Mi 10?
Probably not because ... well noone wants refurbished Xiaomi right?
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