OnePlus 12R vs iQOO Neo 9 Pro: These two are the two big contenders for the Flagship Killer title. Both have very similar specifications and both come at a competitive price. Here is our in-depth comparison.
The OnePlus 12R and the iQOO Neo 9 Pro are the two contenders for the title of “flagship killer” in the smartphone world. Both have very similar specifications, such as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and an impressive display, but differ greatly from each other in everyday testing. In this article, we will discuss which is the better smartphone that deserves the title of flagship killer. Let’s get started.
Table of ContentsOnePlus 12R vs iQOO Neo 9 Pro: Build and Design
In terms of workmanship, the OnePlus 12R is a clear winner with its aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front, and Gorilla Glass 5 on the back. The iQOO Neo 9 Pro is available in two variants: The better variant has a vegan leather back, and the other has Xchott Sensation Glass on the front and back, but both have a plastic frame.
The OnePlus 12R feels more premium overall and has a more solid build quality than the iQOO Neo 9 Pro. While the Neo 9 Pro is lighter, it is also flimsier, and the vegan leather back is not particularly high-quality, which leads to scratches and stains. However, we like the two-tone Fiery Red color of the iQOO Neo 9 Pro better than the Cool Blue color of the OnePlus 12R.
In terms of design, the OnePlus 12R feels better in the hand due to the curved front and back, but the Neo 9 Pro also feels comfortable, just less so. The Neo 9 Pro is lighter compared to the 12R, but the design is subjective and depends on the user. We prefer the 12R due to the higher quality design and build.iQOO Neo 9 Pro vs OnePlus 12R: Display and Audio
When it comes to displays, it depends on whether you prefer curved or flat displays. We prefer the curved 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display of the OnePlus 12R to the flat 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display of the iQOO Neo 9 Pro. In terms of color reproduction, the display of the 12R is more accurate than that of the Neo 9 Pro. The OnePlus 12R also supports Dolby Vision and Atmos, while the Neo 9 Pro only supports HDR10+ playback.
