OnePlus 12R vs OnePlus 9 5G
Compare OnePlus 12R vs OnePlus 9 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5500mAh vs 4500mAh…
OnePlus
12R
$499
10categories won
OnePlus
OnePlus 9 5G
$319
4categories won
7 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
OnePlus 12R takes the overall win
The OnePlus 12R 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 12R. Choose the 12R if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the OnePlus 9 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
12R wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 100W fast charging.
12R leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) 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.
12R vs OnePlus 9 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 12R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.55" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 450 ppiWinner | 402 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 1100 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 12R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G |
| Process node | 4 nmWinner | 5 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,510,000Winner | 810,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 5540Winner | 3740 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | 12R | 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 / 1080p at 60/240fps gyro-EIS | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 12R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | 12R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 207 g | 192 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 8.7 mm |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP68 |
| Build | Aluminum alloy frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, frosted matte glass back | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 back and front |
Software and support
| Specification | 12R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 (OxygenOS 14, upgradable to Android 15) | Android 11 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 12R | OnePlus 9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be/ax/ac/a/b/g/n, 2.4/5GHz) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499 | $319Winner |
OnePlus 12R
The OnePlus 12R is a masterclass in price-to-performance ratio, pairing Qualcomm proven flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with a glorious 4500-nit 1.5K LTPO4 display, an enormous 5500 mAh battery, and lightning-quick 100W SuperVOOC charging for under $500.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
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