Ah, the OPPO Find X9 series. One of my favorite smartphone series out right now. Why? Well, it’s got everything I love about OnePlus, with a more efficient chip and a more versatile camera system. At least, that was the case with the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro. Is that still the case for the Find X9 Pro this year? Let’s find out.

OPPO Find X9 Pro

Rating

The OPPO Find X9 Pro takes everything we loved about last year’s model and turns it up a notch — with a sleek new flat design, a powerhouse Dimensity 9500 chip, and one of the best battery experiences you’ll find on any flagship.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Incredible build quality and design
• Gorgeous display
• Excellent performance
• Massive 7,500mAh battery
• Great thermal management
• Smooth, refined software

Cons

• Not officially sold in the US
• No charger in the box (for EU)
• Minor software quirks
• No Alert Slider
• The best color is exclusive to China

Disclaimer

OPPO did invite us to London for a pre-briefing of the new Find X9 series in early October. OPPO paid for lodging and transportation, but this is not a paid or sponsored review. OPPO did not see this review before it was published.

OPPO Find X9 Pro Specs

OPPO Find X9 Pro Review: Build Quality and Design

Much like the OnePlus 15, the OPPO Find X9 Pro also underwent some big design changes this year. The curved display is now gone in favor of a flat one. The round camera module is also gone. It’s now a squircle in the left hand corner. The sides are now fully flat, and reminds me a lot of the iPhone. Which has been a trend for smartphones over the past couple of years. Not that it should be a surprise.

We have the silk white color here, which actually looks really nice. I definitely would have liked to get the Velvet Red color, but that is exclusive to China unfortunately. While the name says “silk” it is not slippery at all. In fact, that is the single biggest upgrade over the Find X8 Pro from last year, at least for me. I had the Pearl White Find X8 Pro and it was so slippery, like holding a bar of soap. So thank goodness OPPO fixed that this year.

The Alert Slider is also gone this year, which we expected. After all, OnePlus and OPPO both announced this would happen a few months ago. Not to mention, the Find X8 Ultra also ditched the Alert Slider. Instead, we have the AI Key, which opens up Mind Space. Something we’ll talk more about in a bit. The right side still has the camera button which is capacitive – something Apple still hasn’t learned – as well as the power and volume rocker. With the USB-C port, SIM card slot and speaker on the bottom.

In the hand, the OPPO Find X9 Pro does feel really good. It’s one of the best feeling phones in the hand in quite some time. Part of this comes down to the overall size as well. It measures in at 161.3 x 76.5 x 8.3mm thick, which is actually pretty small. And that’s despite having a 6.78-inch display. Remember the bezels are incredibly thin here, we’re looking at about 1.15mm.

If you’ve used an OPPO phone before, then you know what to expect from the build quality. Which is a pretty incredible feeling piece of tech in the hand, that feels nice and solid as well.

OPPO Find X9 Pro Review: Display

Moving onto the display, this display looks incredible and offers thin bezels with insane brightness. We’re looking at a 6.78-inch display here, with 1.15mm thick bezels, and up to 3,600nits of peak brightness – or 1,800nits in high brightness mode. That said, I’ve not had any issues seeing this display outdoors, and no one should, even in direct sunlight.

The color reproduction on this panel is also incredible. It’s truly one of the best displays I’ve seen in quite some time on a smartphone. I truly enjoyed watching content on this display, even on YouTube and Netflix.

Auto brightness also works very well here, though, we haven’t really had that issue in quite some time, on phones. It stayed nice and bright, whenever i needed it, and dimmed when I was in a dark room as expected.

OPPO has absolutely nailed this display.

OPPO Find X9 Pro Review: Performance

The number one thing I was excited to check out with the Find X9 Pro was the performance. You see, this is the first device I’ve used with the new MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset inside. OPPO told us in our briefing that this chip was about 55% more efficient versus the Dimensity 9400 in the Find X8 series, which is quite incredible, since that was already a crazy efficient chip. And, well that appears to be true. We’ll touch on that more in the battery life section, however.

In day-to-day usage, the OPPO Find X9 Pro did perform quite well. I never noticed it getting hot, nor slowing down. In fact, as a little teaser for our battery life test video that’s coming soon, the OPPO Find X9 Pro stayed significantly cooler than the Find X8 Pro. We’re talking double digits lower.

So performance is top-notch here, and we’d expect nothing less from OPPO and ColorOS 16.

Benchmarks

Now, we gotta talk benchmarks. This is running the Dimensity 9500 with 16GB of RAM, so we’re expecting some good numbers here, and we got just that. To be clear, each benchmark was run in “Performance mode” and after the device had cooled down to about room temperature (around 72 degrees Fahrenheit), to make sure the numbers were accurate.

First up is Geekbench 6. This test will test out the raw performance of the CPU in single- and multi-core tests, as well as the GPU. This is a great way to see the raw performance compared to other devices.

Here, we are comparing it to the Find X8 Pro from last year which had the Dimensity 9400, as well as the new Pixel 10 Pro XL with its Tensor G5 inside. As we can see, the Dimensity 9500 is quite a bit faster than the Dimensity 9400 was. About 24% in single-core and about 25% in multi-core. While the Tensor G5 just got destroyed.

Next up is AnTuTu. This test will test well, basically every aspect of the phone. From the CPU, to RAM, to battery and everything in between. We got our highest score ever on AnTuTu here, if we don’t count reference devices. So quite impressive, almost 1 million higher than the Find X8 Pro.

The last benchmark we run here is a video export benchmark. What we do is, we load up a 60-second video into Capcut and then export it at 4K60, timing how long it takes to export. For most phones, this is incredibly fast. But the Find X9 Pro did struggle here with a time of 14.2 seconds. That’s more than double the Find X8 Pro’s time and the Pixel 10 Pro XL. This makes me think there’s going to be an update to address video rendering times for the Find X9 series in the future.

Thermals

Now, let’s move onto thermals. We have a slew of tests that we run on each device, to test out how hot they get. The first one is 3D Mark Wildlife Extreme Stress Test. This test is designed to push your device to its absolute limit and does show us how much the device will throttle. With the Find X9 Pro, we’re looking at a pretty good result here, at 112.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Yes, it is higher than the Find X8 Pro, but it also had better stability and much less throttling.

Next up is Genshin Impact. We run this at full brightness and max graphics settings for an hour and then measure the temperature. For most phones, it says under 100 degrees, and that’s the case again here, coming in at 92.4.

Finally, we do a camera test, where we record 4K60 video for 10 minutes, taking the temperature at 5 minutes and again at 10 minutes. We actually got some of the lowest temps ever on this test, at just 87.8 degrees after ten minutes. So good job, OPPO, on the cooling here.

OPPO Find X9 Pro Review: Battery Life and Charging

When it comes to battery life, you won’t be surprised to hear this, but this 7,500mAh capacity battery does last quite a long time. It’s definitely a two, maybe three day phone for most people. Even for heavy users. During normal use for me, it’s hard to use more than 20% in a single day.

Now, I did take this to the Lady Gaga concert in London, which OPPO invited a group of us too (OPPO paid for it and covered food, lodging, and transportation), despite taking videos and photos for over three hours, the phone still had 20% left after that long day.

Another example is when I went to New York City for a pre-briefing on the Galaxy XR. I used the Find X9 Pro as my main camera for that event. That included taking a boatload of photos and videos as well as communicating with the team on Slack and handling emails, etc. Still, after the end of the day, I was down to 40%. Most phones would have needed a charge halfway through, so that is quite impressive.

Unfortunately, we did not get a charger in the box. I believe that this is becuase its the EU model. And in Europe, you can only include USB-C chargers in the box, which OPPO (and OnePlus) are still doing USB-A. But, I have plenty of OPPO chargers and OnePlus chargers at home, so that wasn’t a big deal. We’re still looking at the same charging speeds, but a much larger battery, so charging is slower overall. But for me, I usually plug it in overnight and unplug in the morning so that’s not a problem for me.

Benchmarks

Now, let’s talk benchmarks. For the battery, we charge the phone to 100%, set the brightness to about 150 nits and unplug it while it’s playing a YouTube video nonstop until it dies. On the OPPO Find X9 Pro, it performed quite well in this test. But I was expecting it to do a bit better, to be honest.

Moving onto charging, the Find X9 Pro was slower than the Find X8 Pro as expected. After all, it does have a 26% larger battery this year – just let that sink in for a moment. Still, it only took 10 more minutes to fully charge it.

And finally, we did a side-by-side battery test with several apps to see how much better the Find X9 Pro performs over the Find X8 Pro, and it blew it away. You can see that test below.

OPPO Find X9 Pro Review: Software

The Find X9 Pro is the first to launch with OPPO’s version of Android 16, which is ColorOS 16. And the company is really focusing on “smoothness” here. Not like ColorOS wasn’t already incredibly smooth, but now it is even more smooth. It’s actually really incredible just how smooth this software is.

Not only has OPPO cleaned up the code base, but also made changes to the animations to make them feel smoother. Parallel Animation debuted in ColorOS 15 last year, and now it has evolved into Seamless Animation. Which extends that parallel capability across the entire OS, to make it feel even more responsive and visually connected.

For most people, you likely wouldn’t notice a difference between ColorOS 15 and ColorOS 16, I barely noticed a difference, to be quite honest. But it does add support for Aqua Dynamics, which is basically Android’s version of the Dynamic Island. Of course, we do need apps to support, it, and very few do right now. But it does look quite nice.

One of the bigger features you’ll find here, actually debuted on the OnePlus 13s earlier this year, and that’s Mind Space. The new AI Key on the left side activates Mind Space, and it works quite nicely. Did you find something you wanted to keep? Press the AI Key, and it’ll save that screenshot for you, analyze and it help you with the next step. For instance, I took a screenshot of the tweet from University of Michigan Football advertising their next game against Purdue. Mind Space was able to identify the game, location, time and even the game’s sponsor, which is not even identified as a sponsor on the poster.

Basically, Mind Space is like Google’s Pixel Screenshots on steroids. And the best part is, you don’t have to use it, if you don’t want to.

But that’s ColorOS 16. Even smoother and faster than ever before, and it’ll be rolling out to other OPPO devices very soon.

OPPO Find X9 Pro Review: Camera

Finally, let’s talk about the camera. Personally, the most exciting feature for me, on Find X9 Pro. For the Primary sensor here, we’re looking at the Sony LYT-828 which is a 50-megapixel 1/1.28″ sensor size with a f/1.5 aperture. On paper, a pretty good lens, right? In practice, it’s a pretty good lens. Here are some samples from that primary sensor, as well as some that are cropped into 2x.

Then there’s the 50-megapixel Samsung 5KJN5, this is a pretty popular ultrawide lens for OnePlus and OPPO, and has been used for many years. So we know exactly what to expect here. It’s a decent lens, and for as rare as I use the ultrawide, it does the job.

Finally, the new addition. The 200-megapixel Samsung S5KHP5. This is a 1/1.56″ sensor size at 70mm and has a f/2.1 aperture. Because this is such a large sensor with so many megapixels, OPPO is cropping in for 6x and even up to 10x optically. Which means that the 6x telephoto lens is gone.

This telephoto lens is quite good though. I was able to get some really good shots at 3x, 6x, 10x even up to 30x. But like with most smartphone cameras, after around 30x, the pictures do look quite bad. But that’s where OPPO’s Teleconverter kit comes into play. Here’s some samples from the telephoto lens.

OPPO’s Hasselblad Teleconverter kit is a masterpiece

Obviously, a teleconverter kit like this is not new. Vivo actually launched one earlier this year with the X200 Ultra, but for OPPO, it is new. And I absolutely love this thing. It is a bit cumbersome to put on, and I hope that’s something that OPPO works on in the future. But being able to pop on this teleconverter lens and get a 10x optical zoom on your smartphone is really incredible.

You can get up to 40x optically, and up to 200x digitally. It works well up to about 60x, after that the photos do tend to fall apart.

It’s important to note, that right now the software is still a bit early, and so after you go up past 40x, the camera does freeze and crash. Hopefully that’s something that OPPO fixes rather soon. Also important to note, that after you put the teleconverter lens on, you do need to switch over the teleconverter mode in the settings. It doesn’t switch over automatically, unfortunately.

Should you buy the OPPO Find X9 Pro?

It’s hard to say if you should buy the OPPO Find X9 Pro. There’s a lot of things at play here. For instance, I do not know pricing, but if it is competitive, then it is definitely a good option. If you have the Find X8 Pro, it might not be a worthwhile upgrade. Find X7 Pro and earlier, definitely worth it.

This is a pretty incredible device, and one that I really, really wish was available in the US. But I have been using it on T-Mobile (Google Fi) here in the US for the past month, and it does work pretty well. So you can import it if you’d like.

You should buy the OPPO Find X9 Pro if

• You want a great Hasselblad camera experience (OnePlus no longer has Hasselblad).
• You want some of the best battery life you’ve ever experienced.
• You want a great software experience with ColorOS 16.

You should not buy the OPPO Find X9 Pro if:

• You live in the US (import fees will make this much less competitive).
• You own the Find X8 Pro or X8 Ultra.

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After releasing almost every detail of the Pixel 10 series ahead of the official launch in August, we’re back at it again with the upcoming Pixel 10a. There have been rumors that the Pixel 10a would launch before the end of 2025, but given where we are in the rumor mill, we don’t believe that is accurate. We do believe it’ll launch in early 2026.

With that said, we have official renders based on CADs for the Pixel 10a. And to your surprise, it doesn’t look that different versus the Pixel 9a. Unfortunately, this blue color might not be real, but we’d love for Google to use it.

Google Pixel 10a CAD Renders

We have three CAD renders to show off here. This shows different angles of the Pixel 10a, which look identical to the Pixel 9a. Now, unfortunately, we can’t confirm or deny if there is a SIM card slot on the Pixel 10a, since that detail is typically not included in CAD renders. It is included in the CAD render here, but that doesn’t confirm that it will be available on the final model when that launches.

As you can see from these renders, Google is sticking with what looks to be a plastic back that is completely flat and flush with the camera module. Google is also sticking with a dual-camera setup on the rear, and some rather thick bezels on the front. The volume rocker continues to be below the power button – the opposite of almost every Android phone on the market.

There are antenna lines on the sides, top and bottom. With a microphone hole at the top as well as the bottom. It also looks like Google has made the bottom symmetrical with the speaker and microphone holes.

Google Pixel 10a Specifications (rumored)

We’re currently pretty early in the rumor mill for the Pixel 10a, so the specs haven’t surfaced as much. But we do know that it’ll be roughly the same physical size as Pixel 9a. With a 6.2-inch display and dimensions of 153.9 x 72.9 x 9mm. That’s actually rather thick compared to a lot of other phones on the market today.

There is also a rumor that is pointing to the Pixel 10a using the Tensor G4 (same as Pixel 9a) instead of the newer Tensor G5 in the Pixel 10 series. This could be due to the cost of the Tensor G5, since it is a TSMC-manufactured chip and does cost significantly more than the Tensor G4 did. This is said to be a “boosted” Tensor G4, likely a higher clocked chipset.

Last year, Google surprised us with the Pixel 9a, outfitting it with a 5,100mAh battery. Since the phone is actually thicker, we are expecting an even larger battery this year. But, I don’t think many would complain about a 5,100mAh battery on Pixel 10a either, considering battery life was so great on the 9a.

Google should stick with the same cameras again this year, and it’ll also have 7 years of software support. Pricing should also remain almost identical to last year, at $499 for 128GB of storage.

How will it compare to the Pixel 9a?

From what we know so far about the Pixel 10a, it’s going to be almost identical to the Pixel 9a. Perhaps slightly better performance, WiFi signal, and battery life. That would likely be about it here. Along with some new colors, but that doesn’t really determine whether you’d buy it or not.

Above, you can see how similar these two look side-by-side. Really, the only way to tell them apart is going to be the colors. Though, bezels do look significantly smaller this year. We’ll have to wait for the final renders to see if that is indeed the case, as CADs are usually approximate, and not always 100% correct.

Google Pixel 10a vs Pixel 9a Spec Comparison

As mentioned, specs haven’t really surfaced all that much yet for the Pixel 10a. So we’ve compiled what we’ve seen rumored so far, and speculated with the rest, given what we can see in these CADs, as well as how often Google sticks with the same specs.

Editor’s Note: Everything that is speculated for the Pixel 10a is denoted with an asterisk.

Google Pixel 9a

Google Pixel 10a

	Google Pixel 9a	Google Pixel 10a
Dimensions	154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9mm	153.9 x 72.9 x 9.0mm
Weight	186g	186 grams*
Display	6.3-inch FHD+ 120Hz P-OLED	6.2-inch FHD+ 120Hz P-OLED
Refresh rate	60-120Hz (adaptive)	60-120Hz (adaptive)*
Resolution	2424 x 1080	2424 x 1080*
Chipset	Google Tensor G4	Google Tensor G4 (boosted)
RAM	8GB	8GB*
Storage	128GB/256GB	128GB/256GB*
Main camera	48MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/2.0″ sensor size)	48MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/2.0″ sensor size)*
Ultra-wide camera	13MP (f/2.2 aperture, 120-degree FOV)	13MP (f/2.2 aperture, 120-degree FOV)*
Selfie camera	13MP (f/2.2 aperture, 1/3.1″ sensor size)	13MP (f/2.2 aperture, 1/3.1″ sensor size)*
Battery size	5,100mAh	5,100mAh*
Charging	23W wired, 7.5W wireless	23W wired, 7.5W wireless*
Colors	Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony	N/A

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When will the Google Pixel 10a launch?

Of course, the biggest question of all is, when will the Google Pixel 10a launch? There was a wacky rumor about a month ago that claimed the Pixel 10a would launch before the end of 2025. Which we do not believe. Here’s why.

To launch the Pixel 10a before the end of the year would be a really bad decision, especially in the US. Really anything launched after October is a terrible idea because of holiday shopping. On top of that, all of the new flagships with Qualcomm and MediaTek’s new chips are launching at this time. So it would get buried. But if we take the holidays out of the equation, we are just not seeing images of the Pixel 10a. This usually happens about 6 months ahead of the actual launch. Which means we’re likely gonna see a March or April launch once again.

As you can see from the previous release dates, the Pixel 10a is likely going to launch in March. The Pixel 9a was delayed a bit because they found an issue with manufacturing which delayed the device’s shipping by a couple of weeks. So very unlikely that the Pixel 10a will launch in 2025; however, Google has been adjusting the release timelines for its devices and software lately.

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If you’re making TikToks in 2025, your phone isn’t just a phone. It’s your camera rig, editing suite, sound booth, and live broadcast studio all in one. Raw specs alone are no longer enough. You need cameras that don’t blow out highlights or lose detail in low light, software that understands creative workflows, and connectivity that stays reliable during uploads. And ideally, it all fits in your pocket.

Here’s a breakdown of the best smartphones for TikTok creators in 2025 based on what actually matters for shooting, editing, and posting content on the go.

iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max

Apple’s new iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are built for serious content creators. Both models feature a triple 48MP camera system, including a next-generation telephoto lens with 8x optical zoom at 200mm. This setup works well for creative portrait videos and stylized b-roll. The 18MP front camera now uses a square sensor, which helps capture wide, cinematic-looking vlogs and selfies.

The A19 Pro chip, combined with Apple’s 16-core Neural Engine, processes 4K 120fps Dolby Vision video without breaking a sweat. High-resolution footage can be edited directly in apps like iMovie or CapCut without slowing the system down.

For vloggers, Dual Capture allows simultaneous front and rear camera recording. This is useful for reaction videos, travel updates, and storytelling content. With vapor chamber cooling and up to 2TB of storage, the iPhone 17 Pro models deliver studio-level performance in a phone.

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Google Pixel 10 Pro / Pro XL

The new Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL are ideal for creators who want software to handle much of the workload. The Tensor G5 chip may not be the fastest in benchmark tests, but it focuses heavily on camera performance. Features like Magic Cue, Auto Best Take, and Camera Coach help creators optimize scenes in real time.

The 48MP Pro Res Zoom camera supports up to 100x digital zoom with strong stabilization and clear detail. The front camera now shoots at 4K 60fps. Features like cinematic blur and HDR10+ add a polished look to everyday clips.

Google has also introduced Pixelsnap, a magnetic accessory system that supports 25W Qi2 wireless charging and works with grips, gimbals, and other tools. It is a creator-friendly ecosystem with support for fast shooting and seamless setup.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra is designed for creators who treat mobile video like professional work. The 200MP main sensor produces ultra-detailed footage, and the new 50MP ultra-wide camera captures cleaner visuals in low-light indoor settings.

The camera app includes tools like ProScaler for advanced image processing and Galaxy Log for direct in-camera color grading. These features make it easier to maintain a consistent visual style. Optical zoom at 5x and 10x levels adds framing flexibility for stylized shots.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite chip powers on-device AI, while a larger vapor chamber improves thermal stability. With a 5000mAh battery, the Galaxy S25 Ultra supports long recording sessions without overheating or draining too quickly.

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Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra caters to creators who demand full manual control and high-end video output. It uses a Leica-branded quad-camera system with a 1-inch primary sensor and a 200MP HP9 telephoto lens. The phone supports 4K 120fps recording, 10-bit Log, and ACES-certified video standards.

Xiaomi includes a dedicated Photography Kit Edition. This grip accessory features a shutter button, thumb rest, filter ring, and a built-in 2,000mAh battery. This toolset helps creators stay productive on longer shoots.

The phone runs on HyperOS, which efficiently handles large video files and complex editing tasks. It is best suited for creators who treat mobile filmmaking like a professional setup.

Vivo X200 Ultra

Vivo’s X200 Ultra emphasizes imaging above all else. The phone features two 50MP Sony LYT-818 sensors and a 200MP Zeiss APO super-telephoto lens with 200mm optical zoom. Two custom imaging chips, VS1 and V3+, handle image processing before and after capture. This setup ensures responsive performance, even with complex video modes.

It supports 4K 120fps, time-lapse video, and a professional-grade teleconverter kit. Vivo also offers a separate photographer’s kit that includes a zoom lever, shutter grip, and a 2300mAh battery. This phone is highly adaptable for professional-style content creation.

iPhone 17

Apple’s base iPhone 17 brings several pro-level features to the standard model. The 6.3-inch display now includes ProMotion and Always-On Display, while the A19 chip delivers top-tier processing. The camera system includes a 48MP main and 48MP ultra-wide lens, along with the new 18MP Center Stage front camera.

This front camera uses AI to track faces, rotate orientation, and improve framing for group selfies and vlogs. It also supports 4K HDR video and Dual Capture. For lifestyle creators and everyday vloggers, the iPhone 17 is a strong choice. It is lightweight, fast, and easy to use.

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The OnePlus 15 is a direct successor to the OnePlus 13, which initially launched last year around the same time. The initial launch of the OnePlus 15 took place on October 27, while the global model will likely follow next month. The device does look different than its predecessor, as the company did make some notable design changes. Design is not the only thing that changed, here, though.

The new phone is, of course, more powerful overall, which we’ll talk about. It also comes with some changes that people may not be fans of. In any case, in this article, we’ll talk a lot more about the phone, even before its global debut. Once it arrives to global markets, we’ll fill in the gaps and update the information that is relevant to global users. With that being said, let’s get to it.

OnePlus 15 specs

OnePlus’ flagship smartphones bring top-of-the-line specs year-in, year-out. The same is the case here, as this phone is packed with powerful hardware. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC from Qualcomm, the company’s new flagship chip, fuels this smartphone. That chip is backed by 12GB/16GB of RAM and 256GB/512GB/1TB of internal storage. Just to be clear, OnePlus is using LPDDR5X RAM here and UFS 4.1 flash storage.

A 165Hz 1.5K AMOLED display is used, along with a 7,300mAh battery

A 6.78-inch AMOLED display sits on the front, with a resolution of 2772 x 1272 (1.5K). That translates to 450 PPI, and an aspect ratio of 20:9. This display goes up to 165Hz, though only during gaming. During regular use, it’ll go from 1-120Hz, as it’s adaptive. The peak brightness is immensely high, well over 4,000 nits, though you’ll never get to that point. The point is, the display is immensely bright when you need it to be.

A 7,300mAh silicon-carbon battery is used here. So, yes, even though the OnePlus 13 had a rather huge battery with plenty of capacity, OnePlus decided to improve upon that quite a bit. The phone jumped from 6,000mAh to 7,300mAh. 120W wired charging is supported (it will be limited to 80W in the US), along with 50W wireless charging. Android 16 comes pre-installed here with ColorOS 16 in China, while OxygenOS 16 will be included in the US.

Three 50-megapixel cameras sit on the back, while the phone is quite durable

There are three 50-megapixel cameras on the back. A 50-megapixel main camera (Sony’s IMX906 sensor, 1/1.56-inch sensor size) OIS, f/1.8 aperture, 84-degree FoV) is backed by a 50-megapixel ultrawide unit (OV50D sensor, 1/2.88-inch sensor size, 6P lens, f/2.0 aperture, 116-degree FoV). A 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera (S5KJN5 sensor, 1/2.76-inch sensor size, 3.5x optical zoom, 4P lens, OIS, f/2.8 aperture, 30-degree FoV) also sits on the back. On the front, you’ll find a 32-megapixel Sony IMX709 camera sensor.

The phone has an in-display fingerprint scanner, an ultrasonic one. An IR blaster is included, as is Bluetooth 6.0. Wi-Fi 7 is, of course, on the table too, as is USB 3.2 Gen 1. There are two nano SIM card slots here, and a charger will be included, at least in some regions. The OnePlus 15 is IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K certified, which means it has great water and dust resistance, to say the least.

OnePlus announced three color options

The device measures 161.42 x 76.67 x 8.10-8.20mm, while it weighs 211/215 grams, depending on the model. Three color options have been launched in China: Absolute Black, Mist Purple, and Sand Dune

How much does the OnePlus 15 cost?

The OnePlus 15 was announced only in China thus far. The phone’s pricing kicks off at CNY3,999 ($561) for the 12GB RAM model with 256GB of storage. It goes up to CNY5,399 ($758) for the 16GB RAM variant with 1TB of storage. Several other models are available in between. We’re expecting only a couple of models globally, though.

Where can I buy the OnePlus 15?

For the time being, the OnePlus 15 is only available to purchase in China. It launched in OnePlus’ homeland only, we’ll have to wait a bit before it makes its way to more markets. Once the global model launches, this section will be updated with new information and purchase links.

What carriers does it work on?

Only the Chinese variant was announced thus far, this section will be updated once the global model arrives.

What colors does the OnePlus 15 come in?

In China, the phone was announced in three color variants, Absolute Black, Mist Purple, and Sand Dune. Those are essentially black, purple, and beige colors. All three colors are rumored to arrive to global markets, though they will have different names, all three of them. At this point, we do know that the ‘Sand Dune’ color will be called ‘Sand Storm’ globally. That part has been officially confirmed, the other two colors, not yet.

What new upgrades does the OnePlus 15 have over the OnePlus 13, and what noteworthy features in general?

The OnePlus 15 is a more powerful smartphone than the OnePlus 13, there’s no doubt about it. Not everything on the phone is an upgrade over its predecessor, however. Well, most things are, but not everything. With that being said, in this section, we’ll highlight the upgrades and what seem to be downgrades. On top of that, we’ll simply highlight the best aspects of the phone itself, in general.

Even more processing power

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 from Qualcomm is used to fuel the OnePlus 15. That is Qualcomm’s most powerful chip to date, and a successor to the Snapdragon 8 Elite that is included in the OnePlus 13. There is no monumental difference when compared to the Snapdragon 8 Elite, but it’s better in a number of ways. Not only is it generally more powerful, but it brings upgrades in the GPU, NPU, and connectivity departments. A 23% improvement in GPU performance, 37% faster NPU, and more.

Faster storage

The OnePlus 15 ships with UFS 4.1 flash storage, compared to UFS 4.0 storage inside the OnePlus 13. That may not be something you’ll notice during day-to-day use, but UFS 4.1 is a notable improvement. It is not only faster, but it’s more power efficient too. A number of other improvements are included.

A gigantic battery

OnePlus opted to include a 7,300mAh battery inside the OnePlus 15. That is considerably more battery juice than what the OnePlus 13 delivered. That phone includes a 6,000mAh unit, which is also a silicon-carbon battery. That battery was plenty for that phone, and yet OnePlus decided to take things to a whole other level with the OnePlus 15. We do expect the OnePlus 15 to offer outstanding battery life.

Faster charging (slightly)

The OnePlus 15 supports 120W wired charging, compared to 100W charging on the OnePlus 13. Wireless charging remains the same. The thing is, this phone does include a larger battery, so the charging speed difference likely won’t be noticeable… when it comes to wired charging. Do note that the US will still get 80W wired charging, though.

Better display, even though it may not seem like it

The OnePlus 13 did ship with a sharper display than the OnePlus 15. The thing is, the difference will not be visible, and yet the OnePlus 15’s display is newer, more expensive, and technologically more advanced. It also supports a refresh rate of up to 165Hz for gaming, which is not something the OnePlus 13’s panel offered.

Bluetooth 6.0

The OnePlus 15 ships with Bluetooth 6.0 support, as expected. The OnePlus 13 included Bluetooth 5.4. Bluetooth 6.0 brings a number of improvements, including centimeter-level accuracy through channel sounding. It also brings improved audio latency and quality, and more efficient battery usage with decision-based advertising filtering. A number of other improvements are included.

OxygenOS 16

The OnePlus 15 ships with OxygenOS 16 out of the box. That is the latest version of OnePlus’ Android skin: It is based on Android 16, and it brings a refreshed UI, it’s immensely fast, has new animations, and so on. The thing is, the OnePlus 13 will get this UI as well, so chances are it won’t be much of a difference between the two. The point is, it is here, and it does make a difference.

The camera conundrum

On paper, the OnePlus 15 brings a camera downgrade to the table. It includes three 50-megapixel cameras on the back, with smaller camera sensors than the OnePlus 13. That goes for all three cameras, actually. That camera setup does not look great, in all honesty, but we’ll have to test it out to find out the truth.

What cases are available for the OnePlus 15?

OnePlus has confirmed the Sandstone Magnetic Case, Aramid Fiber Case, and Magnetic Hole Case for the Chinese market. We’re not sure if all of these will make their way to the global markets, but you can check them out below. The first two are kind of self-explanatory. The Sandstone case is a throwback to the original OnePlus smartphone, while the Aramid Fiber case is immensely thin and light. The Magnetic Hole Case brings a level of customization to the table. You can check them all below.

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Should I buy the OnePlus 15?

Considering that only the Chinese OnePlus 15 variant has been launched at this point, it’s too early to tell whether the OnePlus 15 will be worth it. The price tag does seem quite appealing, but the smaller camera sensor do worry us. We can’t wait to review the OnePlus 15, however, so wait just a little bit longer while the global model arrives, and we’ll be able to share far more information about the device.

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OnePlus has just announced its new flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15. Do note that this launch took place in China, and it is the initial launch event for the phone. The global launch event is expected to take place next month.

With that being said, we already had a lot of details about the device. Plenty of information surfaced, while OnePlus revealed some info little by little over the last couple of weeks. Most of the information that leaked was also accurate.

The OnePlus 15 is now official with a brand new design

The OnePlus 15 has a brand new design. It is even more boxy than before. The phone features a flat display, a flat backplate, and a flat frame. Its corners are rounded, though, and the same goes for the corners of the phone’s camera island.

Speaking of which, the camera island is no longer round, it is now a square with rounded corners. It looks entirely different and sits in the top-left corner on the back of the phone. There are still three cameras included on the inside, though.

The phone has a centered display camera hole up top, and even thinner bezels than its predecessor. The bezels here measure 1.15mm all around. The phone does include uniform bezels, which means they’re the same thickness on all sides.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip is used, along with a 165Hz AMOLED display

This smartphone is quite powerful, needless to say. It is fueled by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. That is Qualcomm’s most powerful chip to date. It is paired with 12GB/16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 flash storage (up to 1TB). Storage expansion is not supported.

A 6.78-inch AMOLED display sits on the front, with a 1.5K resolution (2772 x 1272). That display goes up to 165Hz, but only during gaming. In regular use, it can go between 1 and 120Hz, as needed. It has high-frequency PWM dimming and gets immensely bright when needed.

OnePlus included a massive 7,300mAh battery here, along with 120W charging

A 7,300mAh silicon-carbon battery is included in the package too. That battery is a lot bigger than the already big unit in the OnePlus 13. 120W wired charging is supported here, along with 50W wireless charging.

There is an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner included too, while Bluetooth 6.0 is supported. The same goes for Wi-Fi 7. Android 16 comes pre-installed on the device, along with ColorOS 16. OxygenOS 16 will be included on the global model. The phone is also IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K certified for water and dust resistance.

The cameras seem to be a downgrade, at least on paper

There are three 50-megapixel cameras included on the back of the phone. A 50-megapixel main camera (1/1.56-inch sensor size) is backed by a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera (1/2.88-inch sensor size, 116-degree FoV). The third camera is a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto unit (1/2.76-inch sensor size, 3.5x optical zoom). On paper, these cameras do seem like downgrades compared to the OnePlus 13. We’ll have to see if that’s true in actual performance.

The OnePlus 15 measures 161.42 x 76.67 x 8.10-8.20mm, while it weighs 211/215 grams. It comes in Absolute Black, Mist Purple, and Sand Dune colors. They will have different names in markets outside of China.

The device’s pricing starts at CNY3,999 ($561) for the 12GB RAM model with 256GB of storage, while it goes up to CNY5,399 ($758) for the 16GB RAM variant with 1TB of storage.

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In a move that combines high-performance smartphone specs with luxury automotive style, Xiaomi has introduced the Redmi K90 Pro Max Automobili Lamborghini Squadra Corse Champion Edition. This isn’t simply a colour-variant of their flagship device, since it carries bespoke design cues, premium packaging, and custom software touches that celebrate the partnership with Lamborghini’s racing arm. While the internal hardware mirrors the standard K90 Pro Max, this edition elevates the experience with exclusive materials, accessories and an aesthetic that speaks to both tech enthusiasts and motorsport fans alike.

Design: Luxury Meets Motorsport

The Champion Edition’s design is where the collaboration truly shines. On the rear panel, the typical Redmi branding is replaced by the bold Lamborghini logo alongside Y-shaped racing stripes, evoking the “Squadra Corse” track heritage. These bold stripes are housed on an elegant white back surface. The large camera island also sees subtle changes, with its shape and Redmi branded speaker unit. So you get a premium finish with the same flagship tier specs.

Software Features: Exclusive Customization

Beneath the surface, the Champion Edition brings more than just visual flair. The collaboration with Lamborghini is more than skin deep, as it brings software exclusives that further differentiate it from the standard Redmi K90 Pro Max. Users will find custom boot animations inspired by Lamborghini’s racing DNA, special charging sequences that play out as you plug in, themed icons, exclusive wallpapers and custom-built UI elements tailored to this edition.

This is a subtle but meaningful touch for buyers, elevating the overall appeal of the phone. The software enhancements build on the existing flagship platform of the K90 Pro Max and add a layer of exclusivity that complements the physical design.

Packaging & In-Box Content

The package for the Champion Edition upholds the premium promise. Buyers receive a specially designed retail box that echoes Lamborghini’s high-end branding. Inside the special retail box, users get the custom protective case and a custom charging adapter (which matches the design theme).

There is also a specially designed pin and a card that further highlights the collaboration, making the unboxing experience as much of a collectable moment as it is a purchase. The attention to detail extends to the accessories, which are designed to align with the phone’s thematic design rather than generic add-ons.

Final Thoughts

The Redmi K90 Pro Max Automobili Lamborghini Squadra Corse Champion Edition stands out because it blends flagship hardware with a genuinely unique bundle and design philosophy. While the internal specs, such as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, large battery and advanced camera system, are shared with the standard model, the luxury finish, bespoke accessories, and exclusive software make this version more than just a priced-up variant.

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Mini PCs are on the rise again, thanks to their compact space-saving design and powerful hardware. Unlike the tiny systems from a few years ago, Mini PCs can now pack cutting edge hardware. But some also play around with the design and functionality, with the Chatreey EX1 Mini PC being a perfect example. This tiny computer looks like a Bluetooth speaker and works like a Bluetooth speaker too.

Mini PC & Bluetooth Speakers in One?

We’ve seen PC makers be creative with case designs, but this one just takes things to the next level. The Chatreey EX1 Mini PC arrives with a chassis that is reminiscent of a typical cylindrical shaped wireless speaker, but the twist is that it actually houses audio components that basically have it double as a proper Bluetooth speaker.

The Chatreey EX1 houses 10W stereo speakers along with a mini subwoofer and a 24 bit DAC. In other words, the mini PC is a complete package since you have an integrated audio system. There is one catch though, despite how it looks, the Chatreey EX1 doesn’t have a battery pack, so you can only use it as a PC or speakers when you have a computer connected to a power source.

Talking about its specs, the EX1 is equipped with AMD’s Ryzen 7 8745HS CPU that also has a Radeon 780M integrated GPU. There are also 2x slots for SODIMM memory and 2x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD storage. You get a healthy selection of ports, including a USB 4 port, 3 USB-A ports, USB 2.0, HDMI 2.1 + DP 2.1, and an audio jack. Other notable features include Bluetooth 5 and WiFi 6. It starts at 479.97 US Dollars for the 32GB RAM + 1TB storage option.

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In 2025, you don’t need to shell out flagship-level cash for a phone that can shoot beautiful photos or record crisp 4K video. The sub-₹30,000 segment in India has exploded with options that bring optical image stabilization, telephoto zoom, high-resolution sensors, and even AI photography tools into the mainstream.

Whether you shoot for Instagram, vlog on the move, or just want reliable photos in every light, here are the best camera phones under ₹30,000 that punch way above their price tag.

Vivo V60e

Vivo V60e comes with a 200MP main camera featuring Samsung’s HP9 sensor and optical image stabilization. The rear setup also includes an 8MP ultra-wide camera, while the front houses a 50MP autofocus camera. The phone supports Aura Light and introduces India’s first AI Festival Portrait mode, which enhances low-light portraits.

The V60e features a 6.77-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1900 nits peak brightness. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo chipset and ships with Android 15 and Funtouch OS 15. Vivo promises three major OS updates and five years of security support.

Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 128GB

Motorola Edge 60 Pro

Motorola Edge 60 Pro comes with a triple camera system that includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor with autofocus and macro support, and a 10MP 3x telephoto camera. The phone also offers a 50MP front camera and supports 4K video recording.

The Edge 60 Pro features a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 4500 nits. It runs Android 15 out of the box with Motorola’s AI tools and four years of security updates. The device uses the Dimensity 8350 Extreme SoC and includes MIL-STD-810H durability, IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance, and 90W fast charging.

Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 256GB

Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

Nothing has introduced the Phone (3a) Pro as its most affordable model with a 3x periscope telephoto camera. The rear setup also includes a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The 50MP periscope lens offers up to 6x in-sensor zoom and 60x digital zoom. On the front, the phone includes a 50MP camera with 4K video support.

The Phone (3a) Pro features a 6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3000 nits peak brightness. It runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC and includes Nothing OS 3.1 based on Android 15. The phone supports 50W PD charging and includes the brand’s Glyph interface and Essential Key for AI-powered productivity features.

Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 128GB

Vivo T4 Pro

Vivo T4 Pro sports a dual 50MP rear camera system. It includes a main Sony IMX882 sensor with OIS and a 50MP 3x periscope telephoto camera with OIS. There is also a 2MP depth sensor and a 32MP front camera that supports 4K video recording.

The T4 Pro uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and features a 6.77-inch curved AMOLED display with up to 5000 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. The phone runs Android 15 and includes Funtouch OS 15. It offers four major Android updates and six years of security patches. The 6500mAh battery supports 90W fast charging.

Price: ₹27,999 for 8GB + 128GB

Realme 15 Pro 5G

Realme 15 Pro 5G comes with a dual 50MP rear camera setup. The main camera uses the Sony IMX896 sensor with OIS, and the ultra-wide lens features the OV50D sensor. The phone also includes a 50MP front camera, and all three support 4K video recording at up to 60fps.

The 15 Pro features a 6.8-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display with up to 6500 nits peak brightness. It runs Android 15 with realme UI 6.0 and uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor. The phone includes a 7000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC charging and ships with Edit Genie voice-based editing features.

Price: ₹28,999 for 8GB + 128GB

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