OnePlus 9RT 5G

OnePlus 9RT 5G Review

Key Features

The OnePlus 9RT 5G, launched in late 2021, features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset, a 6.62-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with HDR10+ support, and a 4500mAh battery with 65W fast charging. The device offers a triple rear camera system headlined by a 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor and includes 5G connectivity, NFC, and an under-display fingerprint sensor. It ships with Android 11, upgradeable to Android 13.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Powerful Performance: The Snapdragon 888 chipset ensures smooth performance for gaming and demanding tasks.
• Excellent Display: The 120Hz AMOLED screen provides vibrant colors, deep blacks, and fluid visuals.
• Fast Charging: The 65W fast charging rapidly replenishes the battery.
• Capable Main Camera: The 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor delivers detailed and high-quality photos.
• Stereo Speakers: Enhanced audio experience with Dolby Atmos and stereo speakers.
• Future Proofed: 5G connectivity and software upgradeable to Android 13

Cons:

• No Wireless Charging: Lacks wireless charging capabilities.
• Limited Expandable Storage: No microSD card slot for storage expansion.
• USB 2.0: Features a somewhat older USB 2.0 standard
• Macro Camera Limitations: The 2MP macro lens offers limited utility.
• Software: Launched with Android 11, though upgradable, it was not the latest at the time of release

User Experience

The OnePlus 9RT 5G provides a fluid and responsive user experience, largely due to its 120Hz display and powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset. The OxygenOS interface (based on Android) offers a clean and customizable user experience. Gaming performance is excellent, with the device handling graphically intensive titles smoothly. The under-display fingerprint sensor is fast and reliable for unlocking the device. The 65W fast charging is a significant convenience. The camera app is feature-rich, providing a variety of modes, and the main sensor produces impressive results in various lighting conditions. The phone is also comfortable to hold despite its size. The lack of wireless charging might be disappointing for some users, but this is offset by the very fast wired charging.

Hardware & Design

The OnePlus 9RT 5G measures 162.2 mm in height, 74.6 mm in width, and 8.3 mm in depth, weighing 198.5 grams. It features a glass front with a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. The rear of the device, which comes in Blue, Hacker Black, or Nano Silver, houses the triple-camera system. It is constructed with a 2.5D curved glass screen protected by Corning Gorilla Glass.

Internally, the device has a 5 nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor paired with an Adreno 660 GPU and 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM. It offers 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and unfortunately, does not provide a microSD card slot. The phone is powered by a 4500 mAh battery. The phone is dual-SIM capable using two nano SIMs and supports a comprehensive set of 5G, 4G LTE, and earlier network bands. The USB Type-C 2.0 port supports OTG functionality, mass storage and fast charging. The device also includes an array of sensors such as an accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, and an under-display fingerprint sensor. It boasts stereo speakers tuned with Dolby Atmos.

Camera Specifications:

• Rear Main Camera: 50MP (Sony IMX766, f/1.8, 1/1.56") with OIS
• Rear Wide Angle: 16MP (Sony IMX481, f/2.2, 1/3.09")
• Rear Macro Lens: 2MP (f/2.4)
• Front Selfie Camera: 16MP (Sony IMX471, f/2.4, 1/3.13")

The main rear camera is capable of 4K video recording at 30 or 60 fps with HDR and EIS, along with 1080p at various frame rates, including slow-motion recording at 240fps.

Conclusion

The OnePlus 9RT 5G presents itself as a strong contender in the medium-price segment, offering a compelling mix of performance, a high-quality display, fast charging, and a capable main camera. While it lacks wireless charging and expandable storage, the device compensates with its powerful Snapdragon 888 chip, smooth 120Hz AMOLED screen, and feature-rich camera experience. The phone is a suitable choice for users who value performance, screen quality, and fast charging at a reasonable price point, and should especially appeal to gamers or those who perform intensive tasks on their mobile devices.