OnePlus 9 vs OPPO Reno 11 Pro
The Verdict
OnePlus 9 delivers flagship performance with the Snapdragon 888 and superior Hasselblad-tuned cameras featuring 8K video recording, though it lacks IP rating protection. OPPO Reno 11 Pro counters with newer MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processing, brighter 1200-nit display, IP65 water resistance, and faster 80W charging, making it more practical for daily use. Camera comparison favors OnePlus 9's dedicated telephoto capabilities and video prowess, while Reno 11 Pro offers a 32MP telephoto with 2x zoom and 12GB RAM standard. Battery capacity slightly favors OPPO at 4600mAh versus 4500mAh. At $499, the Reno 11 Pro provides exceptional value with modern features and durability; the OnePlus 9 at $729 appeals to videographers and Android purists. Reno 11 Pro represents better overall value for mainstream users seeking protection and longevity.
Who Should Buy
Buy the OnePlus 9 if…
- →65W Warp Charge fills battery in 29 minutes
- →Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- →Hasselblad color calibration
Buy the OPPO Reno 11 Pro if…
- →Excellent portrait system with 2x telephoto and AI processing
- →80W SUPERVOOC charges the battery rapidly in about 40 minutes
- →Slim and lightweight at 7.56 mm and 180 g
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
OnePlus 9
Pros
- 65W Warp Charge fills battery in 29 minutes
- Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- Hasselblad color calibration
- 120Hz AMOLED display
- Competitive pricing at $729
Cons
- No telephoto camera
- 2 MP monochrome sensor is useless
- No official IP rating for water resistance
- Plastic frame feels less premium
- Snapdragon 888 heating issues
OPPO Reno 11 Pro
Pros
- Excellent portrait system with 2x telephoto and AI processing
- 80W SUPERVOOC charges the battery rapidly in about 40 minutes
- Slim and lightweight at 7.56 mm and 180 g
- 120Hz AMOLED display with good outdoor brightness
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking and AI features smoothly
Cons
- Dimensity 8200 is mid-range — not ideal for heavy gaming
- 8 MP ultrawide is a weak point in the camera system
- No wireless charging
- ColorOS includes some bloatware
- Single 256 GB storage option with no expansion
Full Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus 9 | OPPO Reno 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 11, OxygenOS 11 | Android 14 (ColorOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 192 g | 180 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | No official rating | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 160 x 74.2 x 8.7 mm | 161.4 x 74.3 x 7.56 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Hasselblad tuned) | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX890 |
| Mono | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, freeform lens | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 32 MP, f/2.0, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 65W Warp Charge wired | 80W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.55 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
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