OPPO Find X9 vs Redmi Note 8
The OPPO Find X9 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; launch prices were $999 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Find X9 leads — 84/100 vs 30/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Find X9 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the OPPO Find X9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,400,423 vs 329,457); the OPPO Find X9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't; the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Find X9
Redmi Note 8
What makes OPPO Find X9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3400423 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $999
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Find X9 vs the Redmi Note 8, the OPPO Find X9 scores 54 points higher (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Find X9 leads (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Find X9 leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Find X9 leads (83/100 vs 22/100). Value score: OPPO Find X9 — 78/100, Redmi Note 8 — 26/100; 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 OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (83/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Find X9 | Redmi Note 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 3400423 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×73.9×8.0 mm | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $180 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Find X9
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OPPO Find X9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Find X9
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Find X9 and Redmi Note 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Find X9 leads Redmi Note 8 by 932.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $819. Redmi Note 8 was $819 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (94/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (83/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Find X9 or the Redmi Note 8?
The OPPO Find X9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 54 points (84/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Find X9 and the Redmi Note 8?
The OPPO Find X9 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Redmi Note 8 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Find X9 or the Redmi Note 8?
The OPPO Find X9 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Find X9 or the Redmi Note 8?
The OPPO Find X9 leads on performance (94/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Find X9 over the Redmi Note 8?
The OPPO Find X9 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.