Oppo Find X9 Ultra

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1st best phone of 2026 (~$1899)

GSMCritic Take: The top-rated phone in GSMCritic history, it delivers a phenomenal experience driven by its exceptional camera system, blazing performance, and superb battery life, though all that hardware makes it noticeably bulky and heavy.

6.82-inch

235g

8.7mm

100W

waterproof

Click to open full specs on GSMArena.com:

* Screen covers 90% of body.

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Last update: 2026-04-22

Pros

Camera

Class-Leading Camera System: The camera system is repeatedly described as class-leading and arguably the best available on any smartphone.

Exceptional Zoom Performance: Both the 3x telephoto and 10x lenses are singled out as exceptional, offering unmatched versatility and reach.

200MP Main Sensor Quality: The main 200MP sensor delivers outstanding results in both still photography and video.

Strong Ultrawide Camera: The ultrawide camera performs better than expected, completing a highly capable multi-camera setup.

Accessory Ecosystem: Optional photography-focused accessories enhance versatility and are thoughtfully designed.

Performance

Top-Tier Performance: The device features top-tier internals that deliver smooth and powerful flagship-grade responsiveness.

Design

Durable Build: The phone offers high levels of dust and water resistance with multiple certifications.

Distinctive Design: The device features a bold, visually striking Hasselblad-inspired design.

Display

High-End Display Specs: The device includes a large 6.8-inch QHD AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate.

Excellent Display Quality: The screen is vibrant with standout brightness and overall visual quality.

Battery

Outstanding Battery Life: Battery life is consistently described as class-leading or among the best available.

Very Fast Charging: The device supports charging speeds up to 100W, enabling rapid recharging.

Software

Feature-Rich Software: The software is highly customizable and packed with meaningful features.

Cons

Camera

No RAW on Teleconverter: The teleconverter is unable to capture RAW images.

Soft Video Output: Video output is described as somewhat soft despite strong camera hardware.

Large Camera Module: The very large camera module contributes to bulk and affects handling.

Performance

GPU Stability Issues: GPU stability under extended heavy workloads leaves room for improvement.

Design

Bulky Form Factor: The phone is thick and heavy, impacting ergonomics.

Display

Underutilized 144Hz Display: The 144Hz refresh rate is rarely utilized in practice, reducing its real-world impact.

Battery

Smaller Battery Than X9 Pro: Battery capacity is smaller compared to the X9 Pro.

No Magnetic Charging: The device lacks built-in magnetic charging support.

Proprietary Wireless Charging: Uses a proprietary wireless charging approach that may not suit all users.

Price

High Price: The device has a significantly high premium price.

Expensive Accessories: Optional accessories further increase the already high total cost.

Software

Software Inconsistencies: The software has noticeable quirks and lingering inconsistencies.

Limited Long-Term Support: Software support does not match competing ecosystems from Google or Samsung.

Rankings

The Best Phone Of 2026: #1

The Highest Optical Zoom Of 2026: #1

The Largest Screen Size Of 2026: #7

The Smallest Screen Size Of 2026: #12

The Lightest Phone Of 2026: #19

The Thinnest Phone Of 2026: #18

The Fastest Charging Speed Of 2026: #1

The Highest Screen To Body Ratio Of 2026: #12

The Cheapest Phone Of 2026: #18

GSMCritic Camera Score: 108