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Updated February 12, 2024·

If a high-quality camera is important to you, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has an overall better camera system, including a 200 megapixel main camera versus the OnePlus 9 Pro's 48 megapixel one. However, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a budget-friendly option with a good camera system that might satisfy less demanding photography needs. The Galaxy S24 Ultra also has a slightly larger screen and a larger battery capacity, which could translate to longer battery life. Remember, the OnePlus 9 Pro has a curved screen if you prefer that style, which the S24 Ultra does not offer. Both phones have high refresh rate OLED displays and fast processing power, but the S24 Ultra is considered to have the best performance. The S24 Ultra includes an integrated stylus and the OnePlus does not, a key differentiator if you value productivity and note-taking. Always consider how much you're willing to spend, as the S24 Ultra comes at a premium price while the OnePlus 9 Pro is much less expensive. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the OnePlus 9 Pro
  • The OnePlus 9 Pro has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
  • Best in class for taking photos
  • Very good for recording videos
  • Excellent battery life

Key differences

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Overall Camera Quality

7.2
9 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra
9.3
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has excellent overall camera quality, while the OnePlus 9 Pro has good overall camera quality.

Photo Quality

7.0
9 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra
9.7
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra takes best in class photos, while the OnePlus 9 Pro takes good photos.

Video Quality

6.0
9 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra takes very good videos, while the OnePlus 9 Pro takes only fair videos.

Battery

6.9 Hours
9 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra
10.4 Hours
The OnePlus 9 Pro has 6.9 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has 10.4 hours of battery life.

Cost

$499
9 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra
$1,300
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The OnePlus 9 Pro has a price of $499 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra costs $1,300.
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Key similarities

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Screen Size

The OnePlus 9 Pro has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is 6.8 inches.

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How the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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OnePlus 9 ProSamsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
OnePlus 9 ProSamsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

GENERAL

Price
$499
$1,300
Brand
OnePlusSamsung
Operating System
AndroidAndroid
Release Date
March 30, 2021January 24, 2024

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.7"6.8"
Resolution
3216 x 14403120 x 1440
Variable refresh rate
YesYes
Pixels Per Inch
525505
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
SD888SD8G3
Internal Storage
128 GB256 GB
RAM
12 GB12 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
7.2/109.4/10
Photos Score
7.1/109.7/10
Videos Score
6.1/108.4/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, TelephotoMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto, Super Telephoto
Main Camera
48 megapixels + OIS200 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.9 Hours10.4 Hours
Battery Capacity
4500 mAh5000 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesYes
Wireless charging Speed
50 W15 W
Reverse wireless charging
Yes (4.5 watts)Yes (4.5 watts)

PHYSICAL

Size
6.43" x 2.9"6.39" x 3.11"
Weight
6.95 oz8.18 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
NoYes
Bluetooth Version
5.25.3
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
67
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)41, 78(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 276

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under DisplayFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display
Unlockable Bootloader
YesNo
Color
Stellar Black, Forest Green, Morning MistTitanium Blue, Titanium Orange, Titanium Violet, Titanium Yellow, Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Green
Stock Android
NoNo
SD Card
NoNo

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James Peckham | April 2021
"The OnePlus 9 Pro offers phenomenal performance, a vastly superior camera to the brand’s previous smartphones, and a variety of top-end features that make this a serious contender for anyone who’s in the market for a premium Android handset.The 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD display is among the best we’ve seen on a smartphone, with plenty of detail, strong brightness, and a variety of other tweaks. If you like to watch a lot of video on your phone in particular, this is a great option."

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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”.

About Samsung

Samsung is one of the most recognizable names in the smartphone industry, standing as the undisputed best-selling brand of Android smartphones in the United States for many years now. Samsung is known for offering a variety of smartphones in all available price points, as well as for implementing cutting-edge technology and innovative features in their flagship devices, ones that often shape the market going forward. The company offers its own unique spin on Android, called One UI, which focuses on offering a multitude of features and is heavily customizable, according to user preference.

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