OnePlus 10 Pro vs vivo X80: A Deep Dive into Flagship Performance and Value
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the vivo X80 emerges as the slightly better choice. Its Dimensity 9000 offers comparable performance to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 with potentially better thermal management, coupled with a strong camera system and rapid 80W charging. The OnePlus 10 Pro remains a solid contender, but regional charging differences and potential throttling issues give the X80 an edge.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | vivo X80 | OnePlus 10 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - International | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International, China | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA - International | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - China | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - India | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, April 25 | 2022, January 11 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, April 29 | Available. Released 2022, January 13 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, glass back or eco leather back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 165 x 75.2 x 8.3 mm or 8.8 mm | 163 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm (6.42 x 2.91 x 0.34 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 203 g / 206 g (7.16 oz) | 201 g (7.09 oz) |
| - | IP68 dust/water resistant - T-Mobile only (not for use underwater, liquid damage is not covered under warranty) | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density) | 1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.4% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR, 1500 nits (peak) | LTPO2 Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak) |
| - | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MC10 | Adreno 730 |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, Funtouch 14 (Global), OriginOS Ocean (China) | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14 (International), ColorOS (China) |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.49", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.0, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, AF | 48 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, 150˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 32-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 | - |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| 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/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, barometer |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 80W wired, 50% in 11 min Reverse wired | 80W wired, PD, 100% in 32 min (International) 65W wired, PD, 58% in 15 min (North America) 50W wireless Reverse wireless |
| Type | 4500 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Cosmic Black, Urban Blue, Orange | Volcanic Black, Emerald Forest, Panda White (Extreme Edition) |
| Models | V2183A, V2144 | NE2210, NE2211, NE2213, NE2215, NE2217 |
| Price | About 560 EUR | $ 264.39 / C$ 349.99 / £ 360.00 / € 399.99 |
| SAR | - | 1.16 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 107h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -25.2 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 886248 (v9) GeekBench: 3447 (v5.1) GFXBench: 48fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
vivo X80
- Faster wired charging (50% in 11 minutes)
- Potentially better thermal management with Dimensity 9000
- Strong camera system with advanced ISP
- No wireless charging
- Limited details on display calibration
OnePlus 10 Pro
- Larger display for immersive viewing
- 50W wireless charging support
- 80W charging (International) for quick top-ups
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 prone to thermal throttling
- Regional charging speed variations (North America)
Display Comparison
The OnePlus 10 Pro boasts a larger display, but the vivo X80 isn’t far behind in quality. The OnePlus 10 Pro reaches a measured peak brightness of 780 nits, providing excellent visibility outdoors. While both displays feature infinite (nominal) contrast ratios, the X80’s panel details (PWM rate, color calibration) are not provided, making a direct comparison difficult. However, OnePlus’s larger screen size may be preferable for media consumption, while the X80’s potentially more color-accurate panel could appeal to content creators.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are marketed as having strong camera systems, but specifics are limited. Without detailed sensor information beyond 'Photo / Video', it’s difficult to make a definitive judgment. However, the Dimensity 9000’s integrated ISP is known for its advanced image processing capabilities, potentially giving the vivo X80 an edge in image quality, particularly in challenging lighting conditions. The absence of details regarding OIS and lens apertures prevents a deeper analysis. We can assume both phones offer capable camera systems, but the X80’s chipset suggests a potential advantage in computational photography.
Performance
Both phones utilize 4nm chipsets, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the OnePlus 10 Pro and the Dimensity 9000 in the vivo X80 differ in CPU architecture. The OnePlus 10 Pro’s CPU clocks slightly higher on its Cortex-A710 cores (2.50 GHz vs 2.85 GHz on the X80), but the Dimensity 9000’s Cortex-X2 core is clocked identically at 3.05 GHz. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is known to run hotter under sustained load, potentially leading to thermal throttling, while the Dimensity 9000 generally exhibits better thermal efficiency. Both devices feature LPDDR5 RAM, but the specific speed isn’t listed, making a direct comparison impossible. The X80’s chipset may offer a smoother experience during prolonged gaming or demanding tasks due to its superior thermal profile.
Battery Life
Both the OnePlus 10 Pro and vivo X80 offer 80W wired charging, but the implementation differs significantly. The OnePlus 10 Pro achieves a full charge in 32 minutes (International) or 58% in 15 minutes (North America), while the vivo X80 reaches 50% in just 11 minutes. This suggests a faster charging curve for the X80. The OnePlus 10 Pro also offers 50W wireless charging, a feature absent on the vivo X80. Both phones have an endurance rating of 107 hours, indicating similar real-world battery life despite potentially different battery capacities (not specified). The X80’s faster wired charging and the 10 Pro’s wireless charging provide distinct advantages depending on user preference.
Buying Guide
Buy the vivo X80 if you prioritize camera quality, efficient performance under sustained load, and consistently fast charging speeds regardless of region. Buy the OnePlus 10 Pro if you value a larger display, wireless charging capabilities, and are comfortable potentially managing thermal throttling during extended gaming sessions, especially if you're in a region with 80W charging.