OnePlus is ready to launch it’s upcoming flagship OnePlus 9 series next month. However, the company is yet to reveal the official launch date of the OnePlus 9 series. The OnePlus 9 series is likely to include three models: the OnePlus 9, the OnePlus 9 Pro, and the OnePlus 9R.
The OnePlus 9 and the OnePlus 9 Pro will be the flagship phones. Additionally, the OnePlus 9R is likely to be the most affordable of the three. The OnePlus 9R could feature a 6.5-inch AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 processor, and a 4,500mAh battery. Also Read: OnePlus Nord 2 design surface online; a OnePlus 9R look alike
The budget-friendly OnePlus smartphone is also likely to have a 48-megapixel rear camera and a 16-megapixel front camera. The OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro could also have better cameras and more powerful processors than the OnePlus 9R. Also Read: Realme could be working on Snapdragon 870-powered smartphone
OnePlus 9 Series: Rumors and Leaks
Leaks indicate that the OnePlus 9R will be the third member of the OnePlus 9 series, joining the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro. The third device was previously known as the OnePlus 9 Lite or OnePlus 9E. However, recent reports suggest that the device will be called the OnePlus 9R. These leaks come from the renowned tipster, Evan Blass, who has a good track record of revealing accurate information about upcoming smartphones.
In a recent report, Evan Blass, a well-known and respected tech blogger, shared his findings about the third phone in the OnePlus 9 series, which is likely to be the OnePlus 9R. Blass also shared an image showing the name of the handset in the source code. Although he did not disclose the source of the image. Also Read: The battery capacity details for OnePlus 9 series tipped online
OnePlus 9R: The Third Member
Evan Blass, a well-known and respected tech blogger, recently revealed on Twitter that the third device in the OnePlus 9 series is likely to be the OnePlus 9R. This revelation was based on his own research and insights, and he added the cryptic comment, “Goodbye, OnePlus 9E/SE/Lite.” Also Read: OnePlus 9 series features 50MP Sony IMX766 ultra-wide-camera, CEO confirms
While no one knows for sure what the R in OnePlus 9R stands for, Blass says that it’s the cheapest of the three OnePlus 9 models. Also Read: OnePlus 9 Pro to feature 50W fast wireless charging feature: Officials
Android Central reports that a OnePlus device may feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC. In contrast, the OnePlus 9 series, potentially including the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro, could utilise the Snapdragon 888 SoC. Interestingly, the recently launched Redmi K40 Pro 5G also boasts the Snapdragon 888 chipset.
OnePlus 9R: Expected Specs
The OnePlus 9R is likely to be the most affordable phone in the OnePlus 9 series and is rumoured to have a 6.5-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It may also have 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
The OnePlus 9R is likely to have a dual rear camera setup with a 64-MP primary sensor and an 8-MP ultrawide sensor. It could also feature a 5000mAh battery with fast charging support. Also Read: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1: The New Flagship Processor for Android Phone
OnePlus 9 Pro: Expected Specifications
Besides the cheaper OnePlus 9R, the OnePlus 9 Pro is likely to be the most premium model in the OnePlus 9 series. It is rumoured to launch with a price tag of $1,000. Moreover, it is likely to have a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
The OnePlus 9 Pro is also rumoured to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset. Furthermore, this processor will pair with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Also Read: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 on upcoming OnePlus 11; confirms company
The OnePlus 9 Pro is likely to have a triple-rear camera setup with a 48MP primary sensor. The secondary camera is a 64MP ultrawide sensor, along with a telephoto lens with 3.3x zoom. This is an upgrade over the OnePlus 8 Pro. Also Read: OnePlus RT or 9RT: Which OnePlus smartphone is coming next in India?
The previous generation had a 48MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultrawide sensor, and a telephoto lens with 3x zoom. According to previous reports, OnePlus has reportedly joined hands with Swedish photography equipment brand Hasselblad for cameras. Also Read: Microsoft Surface Pro 8 and Surface Pro 8+: Next-Gen Laptops for Fall Launch
The OnePlus 9 Pro will also have a 4500mAh battery with fast charging support. It remains under speculation if the OnePlus 9R will also launch with Hasselblad cameras or not. Also Read: Redmi K50i with Dimensity 8100, Dolby Vision launched, detailed specifications
OnePlus 9 Series: Launch Date
The Chinese smartphone manufacturers have not yet revealed the launch date for the OnePlus 9 series. Although rumours suggest that the series, which consists of three smartphones, is likely to launch at the end of March. The handsets are likely to officially release in the coming month of April.
The OnePlus 9 series, featuring the vanilla OnePlus 9, 9 Pro, and 9R, is a highly anticipated release from the Chinese smartphone manufacturer. To recall, it will be the first time since its debut that OnePlus is launching three handsets at the same time. Last year, the brand introduced two models under the OnePlus 8 Series. Also Read: OnePlus to improve its camera in OnePlus 9 Pro with Hasselblad support
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