OnePlus 10T vs. OnePlus 9 Pro: A Deep Dive into Performance and Value

The OnePlus 9 Pro represented a high-water mark for OnePlus's flagship ambitions, boasting a refined camera system and a vibrant display. The OnePlus 10T, however, shifts the focus towards raw speed and charging capabilities. This comparison dissects the key differences between these two devices, helping you determine which aligns best with your priorities.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For most users, the OnePlus 9 Pro remains a compelling choice due to its brighter display and well-rounded feature set. However, the OnePlus 10T is the clear winner for those prioritizing the absolute fastest charging speeds and a more modern chipset, even if it means sacrificing some display quality.

PHONES
Phone Names OnePlus 9 Pro OnePlus 10T
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - EU1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - International
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA - EU1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA), Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA), Cat16 1000/150 Mbps, 5G - India
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 1, 3, 28, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - CN1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India
Launch
Announced2021, March 232022, August 03
StatusAvailable. Released 2021, March 30Available. Released 2022, August 06
Body
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass 5)
Dimensions163.2 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm (6.43 x 2.90 x 0.34 in)163 x 75.4 x 8.8 mm (6.42 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
SIM· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight197 g (6.95 oz)204 g (7.20 oz)
 IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)-
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density)1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Size6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLTPO Fluid2 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak)Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+
 Always-on display-
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPUAdreno 660Adreno 730
OSAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14Android 12, OxygenOS 13
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, dual-LED flash, HDR, panoramaColor spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, 77mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, AF 2 MP, f/2.4, (monochrome)-
Single16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm
Triple-50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Video8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDRHDR
Single16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm
Video1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 24-bit/192kHz audio24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a)GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTGUSB Type-C 2.0
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNAWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging65W wired, PD, 100% in 29 min 50W wireless, 100% in 43 min 5W reverse wireless150W wired (125W for 110V sockets)
TypeLi-Po 4500 mAhLi-Po 4800 mAh
Misc
ColorsMorning Mist, Forest Green, Stellar BlackMoonstone Black, Jade Green
ModelsLE2121, LE2125, LE2123, LE2120, LE2127CPH2415, CPH2413, CPH2417, CPH2419
Price€ 246.17 / $ 264.95 / £ 287.00€ 377.26 / $ 289.88 / £ 330.00 / ₹ 34,198
Tests
Battery life Endurance rating 86h Endurance rating 96h
Camera Photo / Video Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker -24.1 LUFS (Very good) -24.7 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 1016958 (v9) GeekBench: 3907 (v5.1) GFXBench: 103fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

OnePlus 9 Pro

  • Brighter and potentially more color-accurate display
  • Likely more refined camera system
  • Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging support

  • Older Snapdragon 888 chipset
  • Slower charging speeds

OnePlus 10T

  • Significantly faster 150W wired charging
  • More powerful and efficient Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset
  • Improved battery endurance

  • Dimmer display
  • Potentially less refined camera experience

Display Comparison

The OnePlus 9 Pro features a display capable of reaching 859 nits of peak brightness, offering excellent visibility in direct sunlight. In contrast, the OnePlus 10T’s display peaks at 819 nits, a noticeable reduction. While both offer an 'infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, the 9 Pro’s display is likely to provide a more visually impactful experience due to the higher brightness. Neither specification details refresh rate or panel technology (LTPO), but the 9 Pro’s earlier release suggests a higher likelihood of LTPO implementation for adaptive refresh rates and power savings. The difference in brightness will be most noticeable when viewing HDR content outdoors.

Camera Comparison

Both phones are listed as having 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but the context data lacks specifics. Given OnePlus’s history, the 9 Pro likely benefits from a more sophisticated camera system, potentially including Hasselblad color calibration. The 10T prioritizes speed over camera refinement, a common trade-off in its segment. Without sensor size or aperture information, it’s difficult to make a definitive judgment, but the 9 Pro’s position as a former flagship suggests a more robust and versatile camera experience. The absence of detail regarding features like OIS further underscores the 9 Pro’s likely advantage in image stabilization and low-light performance.

Performance

The OnePlus 10T’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm) represents a significant architectural leap over the OnePlus 9 Pro’s Snapdragon 888 (5nm). The 8+ Gen 1’s Cortex-X2 core clocks in at 3.19 GHz, exceeding the 9 Pro’s 2.84 GHz Cortex-X1. Furthermore, the 8+ Gen 1 utilizes more efficient Cortex-A710 cores (2.75 GHz) compared to the 9 Pro’s A78 cores (2.42 GHz). This translates to improved multi-core performance and, crucially, better thermal efficiency. The 4nm process node further contributes to reduced heat generation, minimizing throttling during sustained workloads like gaming. The 10T will demonstrably outperform the 9 Pro in CPU and GPU-intensive tasks.

Battery Life

The OnePlus 10T boasts a 96-hour endurance rating, a 10-hour improvement over the OnePlus 9 Pro’s 86-hour rating. This is largely attributable to the more efficient Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. However, the 10T’s defining feature is its 150W wired charging (125W for 110V sockets), capable of fully charging the device in a fraction of the time compared to the 9 Pro’s 65W charging (29 minutes to 100%). The 9 Pro also offers 50W wireless charging (43 minutes to 100%) and 5W reverse wireless charging, features not explicitly mentioned for the 10T. While the 9 Pro’s wireless charging is convenient, the 10T’s sheer charging speed is a game-changer for users who frequently need to top up their battery.

Buying Guide

Buy the OnePlus 9 Pro if you value a brighter, more color-accurate display for media consumption and a more balanced overall experience. It's ideal for users who prioritize camera quality and don't necessarily need the absolute fastest charging. Buy the OnePlus 10T if you are a power user who frequently runs out of battery and needs the quickest possible recharge – its 150W charging is a game-changer, and the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 provides a noticeable performance boost for demanding tasks.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the OnePlus 10T suffer from the same overheating issues as the original Snapdragon 8 Gen 1?
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 addresses many of the thermal concerns of the original 8 Gen 1 through a more efficient 4nm process and architectural improvements. While it can still get warm under sustained load, the OnePlus 10T is less prone to significant throttling compared to phones using the original 8 Gen 1.
❓ How much faster is the 150W charging on the OnePlus 10T in real-world use compared to the 65W charging on the 9 Pro?
The 150W charging on the OnePlus 10T can fully charge the battery in approximately 20-25 minutes, while the 9 Pro takes around 29 minutes. This difference is particularly noticeable when charging from very low battery levels, providing a significant time saving for users who need a quick power boost.
❓ Is the difference in display brightness between the 10T and 9 Pro noticeable in everyday use?
Yes, the 859 nits peak brightness of the 9 Pro will be visibly brighter than the 819 nits of the 10T, especially when viewing content outdoors in direct sunlight. The 9 Pro's display will offer better clarity and contrast in these conditions.