OnePlus 9 Astral Black, 5G Unlocked Android Smartphone U.S Version, 8GB RAM+128GB Storage,120Hz Fluid Display, Hasselblad Triple Camera, 65W Ultra Fast Charge,15W Wireless Charge, with Alexa Built-in
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Product information
| Product Dimensions | 6.31 x 2.92 x 0.34 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 6.9 ounces |
| ASIN | B08Y73NTXY |
| Item model number | LE2115 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #18,788 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #724 in Cell Phones |
| Date First Available | March 23, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | ONEPLUS |
| Country of Origin | China |
Top reviews from the United States
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2021
Color: Astral BlackSize: 128 GBStyle: OP9Verified Purchase
***OnePlus is throttling performance in the most used apps***
I've been a OP user for several years. I was waiting for the OP9 model new cameras, as this has been traditionally the "compromise" on previous models.
I've read about the battery & heat issues reported by several users at product launch. But it seems that was already addressed by recent updates. So I decide to buy it.
Unfortunately OP has resorted to throttling apps to tackle these battery/heat issues. IMO, this is just not acceptable. Pls google "OnePlus throttling" and you'll find a tons of reports of this.
According to the news, this throttling affects not just Chrome, but all the apps that I use for work. I couldn't believe it. So I run a test against OP5T. The results are staggering. The OP9 is way more sluggish than a 4 years old model. See the attached pictures with the benchmark results.
So if you buy for the performance of the Snapdragon 888, you'll not get it (as of time of this review). If you can live with that, you'll getting a great screen and good camera package. Who knows, they may be do another FW upgrade and give the user the option to "performance" or "battery"
Consider it carefully before buying.
I've been a OP user for several years. I was waiting for the OP9 model new cameras, as this has been traditionally the "compromise" on previous models.
I've read about the battery & heat issues reported by several users at product launch. But it seems that was already addressed by recent updates. So I decide to buy it.
Unfortunately OP has resorted to throttling apps to tackle these battery/heat issues. IMO, this is just not acceptable. Pls google "OnePlus throttling" and you'll find a tons of reports of this.
According to the news, this throttling affects not just Chrome, but all the apps that I use for work. I couldn't believe it. So I run a test against OP5T. The results are staggering. The OP9 is way more sluggish than a 4 years old model. See the attached pictures with the benchmark results.
So if you buy for the performance of the Snapdragon 888, you'll not get it (as of time of this review). If you can live with that, you'll getting a great screen and good camera package. Who knows, they may be do another FW upgrade and give the user the option to "performance" or "battery"
Consider it carefully before buying.
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2021
Color: Astral BlackSize: 128 GBStyle: OP9Verified Purchase
The Oneplus 9 is the way to go, I personally didn’t see the value in the 9 pro since it only had the features that I honestly will never use. The ram management is great, great performance and my 5g signal has been pretty good considering that this is sub 6 version. I owned the 7 pro, 8 pro, and the 8t and had exceeded my expectations. It just checks on every single thing in my checklist that I’ve looked for in a smartphone. If you go for the base model verison, you will have no issues at all unless you want the higher ram and the high storage for around 800 plus. I will admit the camera was overhyped by a little bit, but it has improved from the other Oneplus devices that I’ve owned. Video quality has improved from the 8t. It doesnt have a kind of distorted look from the 8t. But overall the software is great, it has minimal to no bloatware at all. It has that stock android feeling but with more boost and customization to the OS. But overall the camera is great especially for a phone, the software is great, build quality is great but it is a big fingerprint magnet, the Amoled panel on the phone is great and has good color.
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2021
Color: Astral BlackSize: 128 GBStyle: OP9Verified Purchase
This phone is really good if you understand it's $729.
Pro's:
-Oxygen OS (Near stock android which is what I prefer)
-120Hz display that is locked at 120Hz
-Specs for $729
-Works on all carriers (5G only on Verizon/Visible and T-Mobile)
-no call issues on Verizon unlike what T-Mobile customers are experiencing
-improved camera over OnePlus 8 Pro (despite having the same main sensor as the 8 Pro)
-Fast using experience
-Fingerprint sensor works good and in a good location for my grip style
-solid battery life (gets me a solid day out of it even with a 120Hz display)
-alert slider (I never knew I needed this till used it)
-Warp Charge 65T (holy hell is it fast)
Con's:
-Nightscape (night mode) is hit or miss (could be improved with a software update)
-some pictures look like the sun is starting to go down yet it's the middle of the afternoon (could be improved with a software update)
-tap to bring up AOD and double tap to wake is a wee bit too sensitive
-Fingerprint sensor is not near instant to unlock (it takes a second or 2 to unlock the phone)
-no WiFi calling on Verizon yet (coming via a software update in May according to a rumor)
-No C-Band 5G on Verizon yet (though that's coming later this year and I'm hoping it's Verizon's Mid band 5G network)
-No mmWave 5G (honestly not a deal breaker but I have access to UWB from Verizon in my area)
-alert slider is too stiff (I have to use a wee bit of force to change it to vibrate or silent)
-No telephoto lens
This is a solid phone from OnePlus. I was a long time Google Phone user (had the iPhone 4, Samsung S3, Samsung S4, Samsung S5, Moto X 2014, Nexus 5X, and Google Pixel 2 XL previously) since 2014 when Google owned Motorola. The camera is good, but deffo needs some software updates to make it even better. I love Oxygen OS because it's near stock android so it's an easy jump from my Pixel. So if you still have your Pixel, Pixel 2, or Pixel 3 and don't want to break the bank on your next phone then I'd recommend this.
Something to keep in mind:
The Samsung S21 is constantly on sale for around the price of this phone and it could be a hard sell if you're not into the software experience that OnePlus offers. Samsung packs a wee bit more features and specs for that price. So it really comes down the software experience you prefer.
Pro's:
-Oxygen OS (Near stock android which is what I prefer)
-120Hz display that is locked at 120Hz
-Specs for $729
-Works on all carriers (5G only on Verizon/Visible and T-Mobile)
-no call issues on Verizon unlike what T-Mobile customers are experiencing
-improved camera over OnePlus 8 Pro (despite having the same main sensor as the 8 Pro)
-Fast using experience
-Fingerprint sensor works good and in a good location for my grip style
-solid battery life (gets me a solid day out of it even with a 120Hz display)
-alert slider (I never knew I needed this till used it)
-Warp Charge 65T (holy hell is it fast)
Con's:
-Nightscape (night mode) is hit or miss (could be improved with a software update)
-some pictures look like the sun is starting to go down yet it's the middle of the afternoon (could be improved with a software update)
-tap to bring up AOD and double tap to wake is a wee bit too sensitive
-Fingerprint sensor is not near instant to unlock (it takes a second or 2 to unlock the phone)
-no WiFi calling on Verizon yet (coming via a software update in May according to a rumor)
-No C-Band 5G on Verizon yet (though that's coming later this year and I'm hoping it's Verizon's Mid band 5G network)
-No mmWave 5G (honestly not a deal breaker but I have access to UWB from Verizon in my area)
-alert slider is too stiff (I have to use a wee bit of force to change it to vibrate or silent)
-No telephoto lens
This is a solid phone from OnePlus. I was a long time Google Phone user (had the iPhone 4, Samsung S3, Samsung S4, Samsung S5, Moto X 2014, Nexus 5X, and Google Pixel 2 XL previously) since 2014 when Google owned Motorola. The camera is good, but deffo needs some software updates to make it even better. I love Oxygen OS because it's near stock android so it's an easy jump from my Pixel. So if you still have your Pixel, Pixel 2, or Pixel 3 and don't want to break the bank on your next phone then I'd recommend this.
Something to keep in mind:
The Samsung S21 is constantly on sale for around the price of this phone and it could be a hard sell if you're not into the software experience that OnePlus offers. Samsung packs a wee bit more features and specs for that price. So it really comes down the software experience you prefer.
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2021
Color: Astral BlackSize: 128 GBStyle: OP9Verified Purchase
El celular lo pedà para usarlo en México, aunque aplican las comisiones de importación, ya con la conversión a pesos, creo que fue una buena compra debido a que es un modelo nuevo y prefiero el sistema operativo Android, el envÃo fue rápido y llegó como 2 semanas antes de la fecha prevista, el celular lo uso con la compañÃa de Telcel y no hubo ningún problema al ser este un dispositivo desbloqueado, de ahà en fuera si me gustó todo lo que incluye el celular.