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Reno8 vs Reno9

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Oppo · 2022

Reno8

Reno8
81/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Oppo · 2022

Reno9

Reno9
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Reno9 BETTER THAN Reno8?

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Reno8
Reno9Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORReno8 Reno9 LEADER
Refresh Rate90Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,500 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging80W67W80W Max
Main Camera Sensor50.3 MP63.7 MP63.7 MP
Screen Display Size6.43"6.7"6.7"
Chassis Weight179g174g174g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Reno8:
  • ✓50.3MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.43" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Reno9:
  • ✓5g lighter chassis (174g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓63.7MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationReno8Reno9
1. Display & Screen🏆 Reno9 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDAM-OLED
Screen Size6.43"6.7"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (409 ppi)1080x2412 (394 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Reno8 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Reno8 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50.3 MP63.7 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Reno9 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions160 x 73.4 x 7.67 mm162.3 x 74.2 x 7.19 mm
Weight179 g174 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Reno8 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging80W wired fast charging67W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB C reversible
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Reno9 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Reno9 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Reno8:
Significantly faster wired charging: 80W vs max 67W
When to choose Reno9:
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 81.1 · Higher resolution main sensor: 63.7 MP vs max 50.3 MP
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Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Reno8 vs Reno9

Which is better: Reno8 or Reno9?

Reno9 leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.5/100 compared to Reno8 (81.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 81.1 and Higher resolution main sensor: 63.7 MP vs max 50.3 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Reno8 and Reno9?

Reno8 is equipped with a 6.43-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Reno9 features a 6.7-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Reno8 and Reno9?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Reno8 achieves a 90/100 performance score, while Reno9 scores 90/100.

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