Oppo Reno9 Pro+ vs Oppo Find X6 Pro: The Ultimate Showdown

Oppo consistently delivers impressive smartphones, and the Reno9 Pro+ and Find X6 Pro are prime examples. Both offer premium features and performance, but cater to slightly different audiences. This comprehensive comparison will break down their strengths and weaknesses to help you decide which one deserves your money.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Oppo Find X6 Pro emerges as the clear winner, boasting a superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, faster charging (wired and wireless), a brighter display, and a generally more refined camera system. While the Reno9 Pro+ is a strong contender, the Find X6 Pro’s advancements make it the better overall choice.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo Reno9 Pro+	Oppo Find X6 Pro

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2022, November 24	2023, March 21
Status	Available. Released 2022, December 02	Available. Released 2023, March 24

Body
Build	Glass front (Asahi Glass), aluminum frame	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) or eco leather back, aluminum frame
Dimensions	161.5 x 73.6 x 8 mm (6.36 x 2.90 x 0.31 in)	164.8 x 76.2 x 9.1 mm or 9.5 mm
SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	192 g (6.77 oz)	216 g or 218 g (7.62 oz)
	-	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star2	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Resolution	1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)	1440 x 3168 pixels (~510 ppi density)
Size	6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.82 inches, 113.0 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 950 nits (peak)	LTPO3 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1500 nits (HBM), 2500 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 730	Adreno 740
OS	Android 13, ColorOS 13	Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, ColorOS 14

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM	256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	UFS 4.0

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, AF	-
Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)	50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1.0"-type, 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.6, 65mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, 2.8x optical zoom, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 110˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, HDR	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps; gyro-EIS; HDR, 10‑bit video, Dolby Vision

Selfie camera
Features	Panorama, HDR	Panorama
Single	32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, AF	32 MP, f/2.4, 21mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, PDAF
Video	1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30fps, gyro-EIS

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	-	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
	24-bit/192kHz audio	-

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared port	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes, eSE, HCE, UICC, NFC-SIM	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B2a+Bc), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 3.1, 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/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	80W wired, PD, QC3, 45% in 1-10 min, 1-100% in 31 min (advertised) Reverse wired	100W wired, PD, 45% in 10 min, 100% in 30 min 50W wireless, 50% in 22 min, 100% in 51 min 10W reverse wireless
Type	Li-Po 4700 mAh, non-removable	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Gold, Mint	Black, Green, Brown
Models	PGW110	PGEM110, PGEM10
Price	About 740 EUR	About 820 EUR

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 114h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-25.1 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 1294797 (v9) GeekBench: 4791 (v5.1), 5226 (v6) GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Reno9 Pro+

Sleeker, more compact design
Faster 80W wired charging
Generally more affordable

Older Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset
Less impressive camera system
Slower charging speeds compared to Find X6 Pro

Oppo Find X6 Pro

Latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset
Superior camera system
Faster 100W wired & 50W wireless charging
Brighter, higher contrast display

Larger size
Higher price point

Display Comparison

The Oppo Find X6 Pro takes the display crown with a measured peak brightness of 1318 nits, significantly brighter than the Reno9 Pro+. While the Reno9 Pro+ has a good quality AMOLED display, the Find X6 Pro's contrast ratio (nominally infinite) and higher brightness offer a more immersive and vibrant viewing experience, especially outdoors. Both feature smooth 120Hz refresh rates.

Camera Comparison

The Find X6 Pro’s camera system is a significant upgrade. While specific details are missing in the provided specs, Oppo's marketing and reviews consistently highlight the Find X6 Pro's superior image quality, particularly in low-light conditions and video recording. The Reno9 Pro+ has a capable camera, but it doesn't match the Find X6 Pro's overall capabilities. Expect better dynamic range, detail, and color accuracy from the Find X6 Pro.

Performance

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in the Find X6 Pro provides a noticeable performance boost over the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the Reno9 Pro+. While both are powerful, the Gen 2 offers improved efficiency and raw processing power, resulting in smoother multitasking and better gaming performance. Expect slightly faster app loading times and more consistent performance under heavy load on the Find X6 Pro.

Battery Life

Both phones offer excellent battery life, with the Find X6 Pro boasting an endurance rating of 114 hours. The Find X6 Pro also has significantly faster charging capabilities – 100W wired, 50W wireless – compared to the Reno9 Pro+'s 80W wired charging. This means quicker top-ups and more flexibility in charging options.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Oppo Reno9 Pro+? Users prioritizing a slightly more compact design and a more affordable price point might find the Reno9 Pro+ appealing. Who should buy the Oppo Find X6 Pro? Those seeking top-tier performance, exceptional camera capabilities, and the latest charging technology should opt for the Find X6 Pro.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the Oppo Find X6 Pro worth the extra money?

If you prioritize top-tier performance, camera quality, and fast charging, then yes, the Find X6 Pro is worth the investment. However, if you're on a tighter budget and don't need the absolute best, the Reno9 Pro+ remains a solid choice.

❓ Which phone has better software support?

Oppo typically provides consistent software updates for both devices. However, the Find X6 Pro, being newer, is likely to receive updates for a longer period.