OnePlus 10 Pro vs vivo X80: A Deep Dive into Flagship Performance and Value

The OnePlus 10 Pro and vivo X80 represent compelling options in the flagship Android space, but cater to slightly different priorities. The OnePlus 10 Pro, leveraging Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, aims for all-around excellence, while the vivo X80, powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9000, focuses on camera prowess and efficient performance. This comparison dissects their key differences to help you choose.
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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
Phone Names vivo X80 OnePlus 10 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - InternationalHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International, China1, 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 bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA - International1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - China1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - India
Launch
Announced2022, April 252022, January 11
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, April 29Available. Released 2022, January 13
Body
BuildGlass front, glass back or eco leather backGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Dimensions165 x 75.2 x 8.3 mm or 8.8 mm163 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm (6.42 x 2.91 x 0.34 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight203 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
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density)
Size6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.4% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 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
CPUOcta-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)
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPUMali-G710 MC10Adreno 730
OSAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 14, Funtouch 14 (Global), OriginOS Ocean (China)Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14 (International), ColorOS (China)
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Single32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Triple50 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, AF48 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
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS8K@24fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDRHDR
Single32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 32-bit/192kHz audio24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavICGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-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, barometer
Battery
Charging80W wired, 50% in 11 min Reverse wired80W wired, PD, 100% in 32 min (International) 65W wired, PD, 58% in 15 min (North America) 50W wireless Reverse wireless
Type4500 mAhLi-Po 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsCosmic Black, Urban Blue, OrangeVolcanic Black, Emerald Forest, Panda White (Extreme Edition)
ModelsV2183A, V2144NE2210, NE2211, NE2213, NE2215, NE2217
PriceAbout 560 EUR$ 264.39 / C$ 349.99 / £ 360.00 / € 399.99
SAR-1.16 W/kg (head)     0.70 W/kg (body)
Tests
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the OnePlus 10 Pro overheat during extended gaming sessions?
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is known to generate significant heat under sustained load, potentially leading to thermal throttling. While OnePlus implements cooling solutions, users may experience performance drops during prolonged gaming or demanding tasks. The vivo X80’s Dimensity 9000 generally exhibits better thermal efficiency, potentially offering a smoother gaming experience.
❓ What is the real-world difference in charging speed between the OnePlus 10 Pro and vivo X80, especially for North American OnePlus 10 Pro users?
The OnePlus 10 Pro charges at 80W in international markets, reaching 100% in 32 minutes. However, North American models are limited to 65W, taking significantly longer. The vivo X80 consistently delivers 80W charging globally, reaching 50% in just 11 minutes, making it noticeably faster for all users.
❓ Is the lack of wireless charging on the vivo X80 a significant drawback?
For users heavily reliant on wireless charging, the absence of this feature on the vivo X80 is a notable omission. However, the X80’s significantly faster wired charging speeds (50% in 11 minutes) may mitigate this drawback for many, offering a quicker and more convenient charging experience overall.