Oppo K9s vs Oppo F11 Pro: A Head-to-Head Showdown

Choosing a new smartphone can be overwhelming, especially with so many options from Oppo. The Oppo K9s and F11 Pro are both solid contenders, but cater to different priorities. This comprehensive comparison will help you decide which phone best suits your lifestyle and budget.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Oppo K9s offers significantly better performance thanks to its Snapdragon 778G chipset and faster charging. However, the F11 Pro boasts exceptional battery life and a brilliant display, making it a strong choice for users prioritizing longevity and outdoor visibility. The K9s is the overall winner for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo K9s	Oppo F11 Pro

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 19, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - V1
5G bands	1, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	-
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat7 300/50 Mbps
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	CDMA2000 1x	1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 - V3

Launch
Announced	2021, October 20	2019, March. Released 2019, March
Status	Available. Released 2021, November 01	Discontinued

Body
Build	-	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	164.4 x 75.9 x 8.5 mm (6.47 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)	161.3 x 76.1 x 8.8 mm (6.35 x 3.00 x 0.35 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	199 g (7.02 oz)	190 g (6.70 oz)

Display
Protection	Panda Glass	-
Resolution	1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~397 ppi density)
Size	6.59 inches, 104.5 cm2 (~83.7% screen-to-body ratio)	6.53 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~84.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 120Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)	IPS LCD

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)	Mediatek MT6771 Helio P70 (12 nm)
GPU	Adreno 642L	Mali-G72 MP3
OS	Android 11, ColorOS 11.2	Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
	UFS 2.2	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
Dual	-	48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.25", 0.8µm, PDAF Auxiliary lens
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide)	-
Triple	64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro)	-
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps; gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	Panorama	HDR
Single	16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide)	Motorized pop-up 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video	1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	No
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Radio	No	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	microUSB 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	30W wired 5W reverse wired	20W wired
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Black, Silver, Aurora	Thunder Black, Aurora Green
Models	PERM10	CPH1969, CPH2209, CPH1987
Price	-	About 320 EUR

Tests
Audio quality	-	Noise -93.4dB / Crosstalk -92.9dB
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 109h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1392:1 (nominal), 2.987 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker	-	Voice 67dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 80dB
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 150218 (v7) GeekBench: 6020 (v4.4) GFXBench: 7.4fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo K9s

Superior Performance (Snapdragon 778G)
Faster Charging (30W)
Likely Higher Refresh Rate Display
Modern Camera System

Potentially Shorter Battery Life than F11 Pro
May be more expensive

Oppo F11 Pro

Exceptional Battery Life (109h Endurance Rating)
Excellent Display Contrast and Sunlight Readability
Potentially More Affordable

Outdated Chipset (Helio P70)
Slower Charging (20W)
Lower Performance

Display Comparison

Both phones feature impressive displays with a 1392:1 contrast ratio and excellent sunlight readability (2.987). The F11 Pro's display is slightly brighter, potentially offering a more vibrant experience in direct sunlight. The K9s likely has a higher refresh rate (assumed 120Hz) for smoother scrolling and animations, a key advantage for gaming and general use.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, the K9s likely has a more modern camera system with improved image processing. The F11 Pro was known for its selfie camera, but the K9s likely offers a more versatile and higher-resolution setup overall. Specific camera specs (megapixels, aperture) are needed for a more precise comparison.

Performance

The Oppo K9s takes a clear lead in performance. Its Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset is significantly more powerful than the F11 Pro's Helio P70. Expect faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the K9s. The K9s' 6nm process also contributes to better power efficiency despite the increased performance.

Battery Life

The Oppo F11 Pro shines in this category. Its endurance rating of 109 hours is exceptional. While the K9s has a decent battery, it won't match the F11 Pro's longevity, especially with its more power-hungry chipset. The K9s' 30W charging is faster than the F11 Pro's 20W, but the F11 Pro's larger battery means it will still take longer to fully charge.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Oppo K9s? Gamers, power users, and anyone needing a responsive and fast phone. Who should buy the Oppo F11 Pro? Users prioritizing long battery life, excellent display contrast, and a more budget-friendly option.