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Updated February 15, 2024·

The OnePlus 12R offers a slightly larger screen and significantly higher peak brightness compared to the OnePlus 9 Pro, which may benefit you if you frequently use your phone outdoors. It also has a larger battery capacity, potentially offering longer battery life, and a higher refresh rate that could provide smoother visual experiences. However, it comes with a higher price tag. On the other hand, if the camera is a priority for you, the OnePlus 9 Pro has a higher main camera resolution, which might mean better photo quality, and it also supports faster wireless charging, but with the need for an additional accessory. The OnePlus 9 Pro, being less expensive, may offer better value if you're looking for a phone with high-end features at a more budget-friendly price. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the OnePlus 12R
  • Very good battery life
  • Excellent performance
Advantages of the OnePlus 9 Pro
  • The OnePlus 9 Pro has no clear advantages over the OnePlus 12R.

Key differences

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Video Quality

6.6
12R
9 Pro
6.0
The OnePlus 12R and OnePlus 9 Pro both have only fair videos, though the OnePlus 12R takes somewhat better videos.

Battery

8.2 Hours
12R
9 Pro
6.9 Hours
The OnePlus 12R has 8.2 hours of battery life. The OnePlus 9 Pro has 6.9 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities

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Overall Camera Quality

7.5
12R
9 Pro
7.2
The OnePlus 12R and OnePlus 9 Pro both have good overall cameras quality.

Photo Quality

7.4
12R
9 Pro
7.0
The OnePlus 12R and OnePlus 9 Pro both have good photos.

Screen Size

The OnePlus 12R has a screen size of 6.78 inches and the OnePlus 9 Pro is 6.7 inches.

Cost

$500
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$499
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The OnePlus 12R has a price of $500 and the OnePlus 9 Pro costs $499.

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How the OnePlus 12R and the OnePlus 9 Pro compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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OnePlus 12ROnePlus 9 Pro
OnePlus 12ROnePlus 9 Pro

GENERAL

Price
$500
$499
Brand
OnePlusOnePlus
Operating System
AndroidAndroid
Release Date
February 13, 2024March 30, 2021

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.78"6.7"
Resolution
2780 x 12643216 x 1440
Variable refresh rate
YesYes
Pixels Per Inch
450525
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
SD8G2SD888
Internal Storage
128 GB128 GB
RAM
8 GB12 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
7.5/107.2/10
Photos Score
7.5/107.1/10
Videos Score
6.6/106.1/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, MacroMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
50 megapixels + OIS48 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
8.2 Hours6.9 Hours
Battery Capacity
5500 mAh4500 mAh
Wireless Charging
NoYes
Wireless charging Speed
0 W50 W
Reverse wireless charging
NoYes (4.5 watts)

PHYSICAL

Size
6.43" x 2.96"6.43" x 2.9"
Weight
7.76 oz6.95 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
YesNo
Bluetooth Version
5.35.2
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
76
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)41, 78

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under DisplayFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display
Unlockable Bootloader
YesYes
Color
Iron Grey, Cool BlueStellar Black, Forest Green, Morning Mist
Stock Android
NoNo
SD Card
NoNo

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James Peckham | April 2021
"The OnePlus 9 Pro offers phenomenal performance, a vastly superior camera to the brand’s previous smartphones, and a variety of top-end features that make this a serious contender for anyone who’s in the market for a premium Android handset.The 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD display is among the best we’ve seen on a smartphone, with plenty of detail, strong brightness, and a variety of other tweaks. If you like to watch a lot of video on your phone in particular, this is a great option."

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About OnePlus

OnePlus, established in 2013, is a smartphone brand that first became known for providing flagship-like devices, at a fraction of the cost compared to more expensive Android competitors. OnePlus focuses on creating smartphones with powerful hardware at reasonable prices. They also bring hardware features normally not seen in other Android phones sold in the US, such as their ultra-fast “Warp Charge” and the beloved “Alert Slider”.

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