OnePlus 9R
The India-priced "R" — Snapdragon 870 and 120 Hz for less.
The OnePlus 9R is a upper mid-range OnePlus smartphone released Apr 2021, with a launch price of $540. It pairs the Snapdragon 870 with a 6.55" Fluid AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 48 MP · OIS main camera and a 4,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 74/100 — The Snapdragon 870 deal of its day. Standout strengths: snapdragon 870 + 120 hz fluid amoled at $540 — india-priced flagship killer. and 65 w charging at launch was class-leading. Main trade-off: 5 mp macro filler.
The Snapdragon 870 deal of its day.
9R brought the loved Snapdragon 870 — a binned 865 that ran cool and lasted — to a $540 OnePlus with 120 Hz and 65 W charging. The missing IP rating and macro filler were the cost; for India and Asia value-flagship buyers it was one of 2021's smart picks.
Read the full review- Snapdragon 870 + 120 Hz Fluid AMOLED at $540 — India-priced flagship killer.
- 65 W charging at launch was class-leading.
- Sony IMX586 OIS main.
- OxygenOS 11 — the polished pre-merger build.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the OnePlus 9R compares
| OnePlus 9R | Galaxy S25 Ultra | OnePlus 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 74 | 89 | 74 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 870 | SD 8 Elite | SD 845 |
| Display | 6.55" Fluid AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.28" AMOLED 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP · OIS | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 16 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 3,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $540 | $1,299 | $529 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the OnePlus 9R released?
The OnePlus 9R was released in Apr 2021.
How much does the OnePlus 9R cost?
The OnePlus 9R launched at $540 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the OnePlus 9R screen size and type?
The OnePlus 9R has a 6.55" Fluid AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the OnePlus 9R use?
The OnePlus 9R is powered by the Snapdragon 870 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the OnePlus 9R have?
The OnePlus 9R ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the OnePlus 9R battery capacity?
The OnePlus 9R has a 4,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the OnePlus 9R charge?
The OnePlus 9R supports 65 W Warp Charge wired charging.
What is the OnePlus 9R main camera?
The OnePlus 9R has a 48 MP · OIS main camera.
Does the OnePlus 9R have a headphone jack?
The OnePlus 9R does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the OnePlus 9R get software updates?
The OnePlus 9R update policy: 3 OS + 4 yr security.
How much does the OnePlus 9R weigh?
The OnePlus 9R weighs 189 g.
What colours does the OnePlus 9R come in?
The OnePlus 9R is available in 2 colours: Carbon Black, Lake Blue.
Is the OnePlus 9R worth buying?
9R brought the loved Snapdragon 870 — a binned 865 that ran cool and lasted — to a $540 OnePlus with 120 Hz and 65 W charging. The missing IP rating and macro filler were the cost; for India and Asia value-flagship buyers it was one of 2021's smart picks. SpecEagle gives the OnePlus 9R an editorial score of 74/100.
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