OnePlus 9 Pro Review: Is it worth the Premium Price?
Undoubtedly, the camera quality of OnePlus has always been outstanding. The company has always struggled to improve the camera features in every new version. OnePlus 9 pro, the latest gadget was released on Mar 30, 2021, in two different variants:
- 8GB RAM with 128GB storage; priced at INR 64,999/-
- 12GB RAM with 256Gb Storage; priced at INR 69,999/-
The OnePlus RAM and storages used are LPDDR5 and UFS 3.1.
Compared to last year’s OnePlus 8 Pro, the price has boomed with a large margin of INR10,000/-. Well, the reason is the partnership with Hasselblad Company.
Do you know Hasselblad is the same company that used medium format cameras to capture lunar landings during NASA’s Apollo mission?
Besides from camera, OnePlus aims to provide cutting-edge features and specifications; that any customer would ask for. OnePlus insights, Apple’s latest launches and Samsung’s S-series at such higher prices and is undoubtedly the true blue flagship.
But, the question that strikes us; Will the OnePlus fans invest 70,000, a huge amount for a phone?
OnePlus Design
The tall, core shaped design is quite similar to the last year’s OnePlus 8 Pro. It has been launched in three different colours as Pine green, steller black and Morning mist. Pine green and steller black come in matte finish whereas morning mist is best for customers who like gloss finish. The design looks premium and is worth spending the money on.
- It comes with a 6.7” 120Hz fluid display 2.0 and OxygenOS based on the Android operating system
- OnePlus 9 Pro uses Qualcomm snapdragon 888 to deliver a high-speed and smooth navigation experience.
- The latest model is slightly thicker at 8.7mm but weighs lighter as 197 gm than the OnePlus 8 pro.
- The Aluminium frame and gorilla glass screen have been used on curved front and back.
- The OnePlus 9 Pro uses brand new rear sensors that have been specifically developed for OnePlus by Sony.
OnePlus 9 Pro Camera
The OnePlus 9 Pro comes with new camera sensors that are developed by Hasselblad, a swedishcamera manufacturer company. Hasselblad has signed a long term partnership with the oneplus company. Thus, increasing the credibility of OnePlus products.
Now, Let’s come straight to OnePlus 9 pro-Hasselblad camera specifications:
- Main Camera: 48 MP
- Front Camera: 16MP
- Ultra-wide camera: 50 MP
- Telephoto camera: 8 MP
- Monochrome Camera: 2MP
- Dual LED Flash
- Multi Autofocus
Features: Face Unlock, HDR, Screen Flash, Face Retouching
OnePlus Battery & Performance:
The new OnePlus 9 Pro excels in every parameter whether it’s about Dolby Atmos stereo sound, ultra-high video resolution, the hyper touch option or the HD display. So, we can say this enhanced variant of the OnePlus is easy to access than the older one.
The lighter weight, curved display in front and back and reduced camera bulge have successfully made an impact among the customers.
It comes with an inbuilt battery with a capacity of 4500mAH similar to the OnePlus 8 pro. A 50W wireless charging option is also available. Another option is the Warp charge 65T (65W) that has been featured to quickly charge the 2 cells of the battery instead of a single cell in older versions. So, it will hardly take half an hour to quickly charge your phone.
What you’ll get in the OnePlus 9 Pro Box?
- OnePlus 9 Pro 5G phone
- Warp Charge Type-C to Type-C Cable
- Warp Charge 65 Power Adapter
- Screen Protector
- SIM Tray Ejector
Along with this you’ll get a Quick Start Guide, Welcome Letter, Safety Information and Warranty Card and a case.
Our Verdict on OnePlus 9 Pro
OnePlus has always been the first option for camera lovers. No doubt the prices have boomed with a large margin that can be an issue for some of the OnePlus customer. As per our reviews, it’s worth spending 70,000 with all such features like Hasselblad camera, wireless charging option and ultra-high video resolution and far more to explore.
Nothing is perfect, there are some software bugs that can be improved. Of course, the phone gets heated up due to heavy cameras. A periscope lens would have been offered at such a huge price.
But it’s still a great value offer. If you’ll compare the price with Apple and Samsung’s S-series; it’s on the lower side. Or, you can wait for a sale to get better offer prices for the OnePlus 9 Pro.
