Oppo Reno9 Pro vs Reno9 Pro+: The Ultimate Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Reno9 Pro+ is the clear winner thanks to its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, significantly faster charging, and generally superior performance. However, the Reno9 Pro offers excellent value with a still-powerful Dimensity 8100 Max and a more accessible price point.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Oppo Reno9 Pro | Oppo Reno9 Pro+ |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1x | CDMA2000 1x | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, November 24 | 2022, November 24 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, December 02 | Available. Released 2022, December 02 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Asahi Glass), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 162.3 x 74.2 x 7.2 mm (6.39 x 2.92 x 0.28 in) | 161.5 x 73.6 x 8 mm (6.36 x 2.90 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Weight | 174 g (6.14 oz) | 192 g (6.77 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star2 | Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star2 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~89.7% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 950 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 950 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.85 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8100 Max (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 | Adreno 730 |
| OS | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | Android 13, ColorOS 13 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM | 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm | - |
| Features | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, AF | 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) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, HDR | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, HDR |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Panorama, HDR | Panorama, HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, AF | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, AF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | - |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes, eSE, HCE, UICC, NFC-SIM |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B2a+Bc), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 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/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 67W wired, PD, 35% in 10 min, 100% in 44 min Reverse wired | 80W wired, PD, QC3, 45% in 1-10 min, 1-100% in 31 min (advertised) Reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh | Li-Po 4700 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Gold, Pink gradient | Black, Gold, Mint |
| Models | PGX110 | PGW110 |
| Price | About 470 EUR | About 740 EUR |
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- Excellent value for money
- Stylish design
- Capable performance for everyday tasks
- Fast 67W charging
- Reverse wired charging
- Performance lags behind the Pro+
- Camera slightly less impressive than Pro+
- No expandable storage
Oppo Reno9 Pro+
- Flagship-level performance with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- Faster 80W charging
- Slightly better camera quality
- Premium feel
- Higher price
- No expandable storage
- Can get warm under heavy load
Display Comparison
Both phones feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering vibrant colors and smooth scrolling. The Pro+ might have slightly better color accuracy and brightness, but the difference is minimal for most users. Both have in-display fingerprint sensors.
Camera Comparison
The Reno9 Pro+ boasts a 50MP main camera with OIS, a 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens. The Reno9 Pro has a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens. While both offer good image quality, the Pro+’s sensor and image processing generally produce slightly better results, especially in low light. Both record video up to 4K.
Performance
This is where the biggest difference lies. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the Pro+ provides a substantial performance boost over the Dimensity 8100 Max in the Reno9 Pro. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and significantly better gaming performance on the Pro+.
Battery Life
The Reno9 Pro+ has a 4500mAh battery and 80W charging, while the Reno9 Pro has a 4500mAh battery and 67W charging. The Pro+’s faster charging allows it to reach 100% in around 31 minutes (advertised), compared to 44 minutes for the Reno9 Pro. Battery life is comparable in typical usage.
Buying Guide
The Oppo Reno9 Pro is ideal for users seeking a stylish and capable phone for everyday tasks, social media, and casual gaming without breaking the bank. The Oppo Reno9 Pro+ is for power users, mobile gamers, and those who demand the absolute best performance and fastest charging speeds.