Oppo Find X9 Pro Review: This Rs 239,999 Phone Made Me Rethink “Camera Phone”

One week in, and I’m seriously questioning my flagship choices.

That Price Tag Hit Different

Look, Rs 239,999 ($845) isn’t pocket change. When Oppo sent me the Find X9 Pro for review, I wondered if it could justify that price against Samsung and Apple flagships.

After a week? I’m genuinely impressed. And a bit annoyed I didn’t see this coming.

The Display Made Me Stop Using My Laptop

This 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED screen is stupid bright. Like, 3600 nits peak brightness stupid bright.

I was sitting at an outdoor cafe yesterday, full sun beating down, and could still see everything perfectly. My friend with an iPhone kept squinting at his screen while I was just… vibing.

The 120Hz refresh feels buttery smooth, and that Dolby Vision support makes Netflix look incredible. Watched The Batman last night and caught details I missed on my TV.

One weird thing: The 2160Hz PWM dimming means no eye strain during late-night scrolling sessions. My eyes usually hurt after phone use before bed, but not with this one.

Camera System: Where This Phone Goes Crazy

That 200MP Periscope Telephoto Though

Okay, so most phones brag about their main camera. The Find X9 Pro said “nah, let’s make the zoom lens insane instead.”

200MP periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom sounds like overkill. It’s not.

I was at my cousin’s wedding last week, sitting way back (socially awkward gang represent), and got photos that looked like I was front row. The detail at 3x zoom is genuinely scary good.

Main Camera Doesn’t Slack Either

The 50MP f/1.5 main camera with OIS takes stunning photos. That Hasselblad color calibration isn’t just marketing – colors look natural, not oversaturated like some phones.

Took some photos during golden hour at the park, and people thought I used a DSLR. The color accuracy and dynamic range are just chef’s kiss.

Ultrawide That Actually Works

The 50MP ultrawide surprised me. Usually, ultrawide cameras are afterthoughts, but this one matches the main camera quality. Group photos actually look good now.

Night mode across all lenses works incredibly well. Took some shots at a dimly lit restaurant, and they came out sharp and bright without looking fake.

Video: Pro-Level Features I Actually Use

The 4K@120fps recording capability seemed excessive until I filmed my nephew’s cricket match. Being able to slow down his bowling action in post looked cinematic.

Dolby Vision recording and 10-bit video make footage look professional. The gyro-EIS stabilization is solid – walked and filmed without looking like I was having a seizure.

Performance: Dimensity 9500 Flexing

The Mediatek Dimensity 9500 chip is fast. Like, really fast.

Gaming on max settings? No sweat. Genshin Impact runs smoothly without turning my hand into a hot plate. The Arm G1-Ultra GPU handles everything I throw at it.

16GB RAM (got the top model) means apps never reload. Had 20+ apps running in the background, and everything stayed smooth.

Battery: The Game Changer

This 7500mAh battery is borderline ridiculous. I’ve been using this phone heavily – photos, videos, gaming, streaming – and it lasts almost two days.

Two. Days.

Coming from phones that barely make it to dinner, this is mind-blowing.

80W fast charging fills it up in about 50 minutes. The 50W wireless charging is faster than most phones’ wired charging. It’s absurd.

Design: Premium But Heavy

At 224g, this phone has weight. You feel it in your pocket. The Titanium Charcoal finish I’m testing looks sleek and doesn’t show fingerprints much.

Build quality feels solid. 8.3mm thickness is reasonable considering that massive battery inside.

The ultrasonic fingerprint sensor under the display is crazy fast. Works with wet fingers too, which saved me multiple times after washing hands.

Software: ColorOS 16 Growing On Me

Android 16 with ColorOS 16 took some getting used to. Coming from Samsung’s OneUI, it felt different at first.

But after a week? I’m digging it. Clean, fast, and 5 years of major Android updates means this phone stays relevant.

Circle to Search feature is addictive. See something interesting in a photo? Circle it, instant Google results.

Storage: Pick Your Poison

Got the 512GB model with 16GB RAM. The UFS 4.1 storage is lightning fast.

No microSD slot, but honestly, 512GB is plenty. The 1TB model with satellite connectivity exists if you’re that person.

The Reality Check

What’s Actually Impressive

• Battery life that lasts almost two days
• 200MP telephoto camera is genuinely unique
• Display brightness works anywhere
• 80W charging is crazy fast
• Hasselblad colors look natural and professional

What Could Be Better

• Weight – 224g gets tiring in hand
• No headphone jack – standard complaint in 2025
• Price – Rs 239,999 competes with established flagships
• ColorOS – takes adjustment if you’re used to other UIs
• Availability – Oppo’s service network isn’t everywhere

Should You Buy This Instead of Galaxy or iPhone?

Get It If:

• Camera quality is your top priority
• You hate charging phones daily
• Zoom photography matters to you
• You want something different from Samsung/Apple

Skip It If:

• You prefer lighter phones
• Ecosystem (Apple/Samsung) matters
• You need wider service center access
• Brand recognition is important

My Honest Take: 8.5/10

The Oppo Find X9 Pro is the phone I didn’t know I needed. At Rs 239,999, it’s priced like a flagship and performs like one.

That 200MP telephoto camera alone makes it unique in the market. Add the insane battery life and crazy fast charging, and you’ve got something special.

Real talk: It’s not perfect. It’s heavy, ColorOS takes adjustment, and Oppo’s brand presence in Pakistan isn’t as strong as Samsung’s.

But if you care about photography and battery life over brand names, this phone deserves serious consideration. I’ve been reaching for it over my daily driver, and that says something.

Bottom line: The Find X9 Pro is proof that Oppo can compete with the big boys. It’s not just “good for an Oppo phone” – it’s genuinely excellent, period.

Worth Rs 239,999? If camera and battery life matter to you, absolutely. If brand name matters more, stick with what you know.

Got specific questions about real-world usage? Ask away – I’m using this thing constantly and actually enjoying it.