Oppo Reno9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
The Oppo Reno9 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads — 37/100 vs 33/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Oppo Reno9 Pro is noticeably lighter (174g vs 228g).
Oppo Reno9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Lighter: 174g vs 228g
- Better design/ergonomics (82/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 35/100)
Comparing the Oppo Reno9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra scores 4 points higher (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (55/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (82/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Oppo Reno9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max | Samsung Exynos 2100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1074182 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1435 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3555 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 117 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 40 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×73.6×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 174 g | 228 g | |
| Price | — | $1199 |
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Oppo Reno9 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (55/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (82/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Oppo Reno9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra edges out the Oppo Reno9 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on camera score (55/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo Reno9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.