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One Plus 9… A month later
Let’s get a few things clear, I chose OnePlus after a two-year stint with Google Pixel 3, a top of the line 2018 flagship with a world-class camera. Also, all the other phones I’ve owned, be it the Nexus 5x or the Mi A1, have had vanilla Android OS.
Coming from Pixel 3, a $799 flagship, the $729 OnePlus 9 might seem like a downgrade but it does match up in specs
Snapdragon 888 (latest and greatest)
8/12 GB RAM
128/256 GB UFS 3.1 Storage — (fastest in the market)
4500 mAh Battery and 65W Wired charging
6.55 inches 1080p 120Hz Display (one of the best 1080p displays)
The above specifications are strikingly similar to the larger and pricier OnePlus 9 Pro, which is remarkable unto itself.
Let’s dissect the important aspects of this “excellent-on-paper” phone.
Speed/Performance
OnePlus devices have been synonymous with performance since the beginning. I can put this simply in one sentence — “There is no smartphone faster than this”. Snapdragon 888 and 8 GB RAM provide more than enough fuel to power this beast and you will not be disappointed.
The 120Hz display also plays its part well with lightning-fast touch responses and an overall racy feel.
