ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs OnePlus 9 Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $999 and $969. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is faster in AnTuTu (1,828,576 vs 1,185,805); per DXOMark lab testing, the OnePlus 9 Pro has the stronger camera (122 vs 108); the OnePlus 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
OnePlus 9 Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1828576 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 57/100)
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $969 vs $999
- Better camera (59/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the OnePlus 9 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads (59/100 vs 48/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100, OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (53/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | OnePlus 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1828576 | 1185805 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 3216x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 122 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $969 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 and OnePlus 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 54.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. OnePlus 9 Pro was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (53/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (76/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus 9 Pro — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The OnePlus 9 Pro leads on camera score (59/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads on performance (76/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users.