OnePlus 11R vs OnePlus 9 5G
Compare OnePlus 11R vs OnePlus 9 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5000mAh vs 4500mAh…
OnePlus
11R
$499
12categories won
OnePlus
OnePlus 9 5G
$319
3categories won
6 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
OnePlus 11R takes the overall win
The OnePlus 11R claims the overall win over the OnePlus 9 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the 11R. Choose the 11R if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the OnePlus 9 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
11R wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 100W fast charging.
11R leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) and 16GB RAM.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
OnePlus 9 5G wins on budget and value at $319 compared to $499.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
11R vs OnePlus 9 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 11R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.74" | 6.55" |
| Resolution | 1240 x 2772Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 451 ppiWinner | 402 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1450 nitsWinner | 1100 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 11R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G |
| Process node | 4 nmWinner | 5 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 810,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 3740 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | 11R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 11R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | 11R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 204 g | 192 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.7 mm | 8.7 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP68 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 back, plastic frame, Asahi Glass AGC front | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 back and front |
Software and support
| Specification | 11R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (OxygenOS 15) | Android 11 |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 11R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499 | $319Winner |
OnePlus 11R
The OnePlus 11R revived the true flagship-killer ethos by combining the flagship TSMC Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, Sony IMX890 50MP OIS camera, blazing 100W SuperVOOC fast charging, and signature Alert Slider.
- Display
- 6.74"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
OnePlus 9 5G
Featuring a flat 6.55-inch 120Hz AMOLED panel, 65W wired charging (full charge in 29 mins), and the class-leading 50MP freeform ultrawide camera shared with the Pro model, the OnePlus 9 offers high flagship value.
- Display
- 6.55"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 4,500mAh