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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a high-quality camera and better overall performance, the OnePlus 9 stands out with its superior camera system and more powerful processor. It also offers a larger storage capacity, faster refresh rate for smooth scrolling, and a crisper OLED display. However, be aware that it has a shorter battery life compared to the iPhone 11. On the other hand, the iPhone 11 provides longer battery life and is compatible with iOS, which might be a preferred ecosystem if you are vested in other Apple products. It's slightly less costly, which means you would be sacrificing some camera and performance perks for a more budget-friendly option and the iOS experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple iPhone 11
- The Apple iPhone 11 has no clear advantages over the OnePlus 9.
Advantages of the OnePlus 9
- The OnePlus 9 has no clear advantages over the Apple iPhone 11.
Key differences
Photo Quality
6.2
6.7
The OnePlus 9 and Apple iPhone 11 both have only fair photos, though the OnePlus 9 takes somewhat better photos.
The Apple iPhone 11 and OnePlus 9 both take fair photos as they have limitations in certain photographic aspects; the iPhone 11 has a low score for selfie quality and suffers from having poor dynamic range, while the OnePlus 9 also has fair selfie quality and doesn't excel in low light performance for videos. Both phones offer a good photos software experience, but you'll find their camera versatility to be only fair, with neither standing out particularly in terms of resolution or accoutrements that typically define top-tier camera performance.
Video Quality
6.8
5.9
The Apple iPhone 11 takes only fair videos, while the OnePlus 9 takes poor videos.
The Apple iPhone 11 offers very good video software experience, good video stabilization, good video dynamic range, good low light performance, and good mic quality, whereas the OnePlus 9, although it has the highest mark for video resolution and framerate, only offers good software experience, fair stabilization and dynamic range, poor low light performance, and good mic quality. The iPhone 11's overall video capabilities make it a more balanced choice, particularly in stabilization and low light conditions, but the OnePlus 9 excels with the clarity and smoothness that come from its top-rated video resolution and framerate.
Screen Size
The Apple iPhone 11 has a screen size of 6.1 inches and the OnePlus 9 is 6.55 inches.
Cost
$271
$399
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The Apple iPhone 11 has a price of $271 and the OnePlus 9 costs $399.
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Key similarities
Overall Camera Quality
6.6
7.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers OnePlus 9 to have good overall camera quality, while the Apple iPhone 11 has only fair overall camera quality.
The Apple iPhone 11 and OnePlus 9 both have fair selfie cameras, with the iPhone offering slightly better photos software experience and selfie quality, but poorer dynamic range and low light performance compared to the OnePlus. The OnePlus 9, while having similar selfie camera quality, provides better versatility with additional features like an ultra-wide camera and better video stabilization, which are considerations for those prioritizing camera functionality.
Battery
7.1 Hours
6.9 Hours
The Apple iPhone 11 has 7.1 hours of battery life. The OnePlus 9 has 6.9 hours of battery life.
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How the Apple iPhone 11 and the OnePlus 9 compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Apple iPhone 11 | OnePlus 9 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$271 | $399 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | OnePlus | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | iOS | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 20, 2019 | March 26, 2021 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.1" | 6.55" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1792 x 828 | 2400 x 1080 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | No | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 326 | 402 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | LCD | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | A13 | SD888 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 6.7/10 | 7/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 6.2/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 6.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 12 megapixels + OIS | 48 megapixels | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.1 Hours | 6.9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 3110 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 7.5 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | No | No | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 5.94" x 2.98" | 6.29" x 2.92" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.84 oz | 6.77 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | No | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.2 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6 | 6 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | N/A | (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | Yes | |
Color | |||
Color | Black, White, Green, Purple, Red, Yellow | Astral Black, Arctic Sky, Winter Mist | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | N/A | No | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |
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Apple iPhone 11
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Tom's Guide
Mark Spoonauer | September 2021
"The iPhone 11 delivers superb cameras, fast performance and excellent battery life, making it the iPhone to buy for many people. The cameras are very good, thanks to an ultra-wide lens and a Night mode for better low-light performance. This device also has IP68-rated water resistance, which means that it can withstand 2 meters of water for 30 minutes, and is one of the best waterproof phones out there."
OnePlus 9
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TechRadar
David Lumb | April 2021
"If you’re hunting for the best Android camera phone at this price, and one that doesn’t skimp on specs the OnePlus 9 is worth considering. Courtesy of a partnership with Hasselblad, the cameras offer better color correction, and both regular and ultra-wide photos look great. The OnePlus 9’s battery fully charges in under 30 minutes over a cable, and in 45 minutes using wireless charging. If you hate waiting for hours to charge your phone, you'll love the OnePlus 9."
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About Apple
The tech giant called Apple is synonymous with the most popular smartphone in the world: the iPhone. Known for their build quality and aesthetics, as well as for their excellent integration between hardware and software, iPhones have defined the smartphone industry ever since their conception and they continue to do so by setting new industry standards. Apple's own operating system, called iOS, is known for its simplicity and ease of use, and the company tends to complement it well by creating devices with some of the most powerful processing hardware available in the mobile world. The iPhone is also known for its robust ecosystem of accessories, as it facilitates a very seamless experience when interacting with other Apple products, more so than most of its competitors.
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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