Oppo Find X9 Ultra Review: A “Supercar” in a World of Sedans

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines. If the Reno 15 was a sporty hatchback for the city, the newly unveiled Oppo Find X9 Ultra is a full-blown, track-focused Supercar.

Oppo has just taken the wraps off its 2026 flagship lineup, and the specs sheet reads like a dream car brochure. We are talking about the Snapdragon 8 Elite (the V12 engine of chips), a Quad-Camera Hasselblad system (the best headlights in the business), and a design that screams luxury.

With an expected price tag north of ₹85,000, this isn’t for everyone. This is for the enthusiast who wants the absolute best “driving experience” from their phone. I took this beast for a spin to see if it handles as good as it looks.

Quick Specs: Under the Hood

Feature	Oppo Find X9 Ultra Specifications
Engine (Processor)	Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)
Transmission (RAM/ROM)	16GB LPDDR5X / 512GB UFS 4.0
Display (Windshield)	6.82″ 2K LTPO AMOLED, 1-120Hz, 4500 Nits
Camera (Headlights)	50MP (1-inch) + 50MP (UW) + 50MP (3x) + 50MP (6x)
Fuel Tank (Battery)	6,000 mAh (Glacier Battery Tech)
Refueling (Charging)	100W Wired + 50W Wireless
Chassis	IP69 Water/Dust Resistance

Design & Build: The “Leather Interior” Feel

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Oppo has ditched the glass back for a premium vegan leather finish on the Ultra model.

• In-Hand Feel: It feels like holding the steering wheel of a luxury German car. The leather texture provides immense grip—no more slipping out of your hands like a bar of soap.
• The Camera Bump: It’s massive. A giant circular ring that houses four lenses. It reminds me of a speedometer dial. It gives the phone a distinct identity; you pull this out of your pocket, and people know it’s a flagship.
• Weight Distribution: At 221 grams, it’s heavy. But like a Rolls Royce, it feels “reassuringly expensive,” not burdensome.

Display & Visuals: A 2K Sunroof

The screen is a 6.82-inch BOE X2 Oriental Screen.

• Brightness: 4,500 nits peak brightness. I tested this under the harsh noon sun, and it was as clear as day. It’s brighter than the headlights on my scooter!
• Curves: It has a “Micro-Quad Curve.” It looks flat but feels curved at the edges when you swipe. It’s the perfect balance between aesthetics and usability (no accidental touches).
• Smoothness: The 120Hz LTPO panel shifts gears instantly. From 1Hz (reading) to 120Hz (gaming), the transition is seamless.

Performance: The “0-100” Sprint

The Snapdragon 8 Elite is a monster.

• Daily Drive: I threw everything at it. 4K video rendering, 20 Chrome tabs, and navigation simultaneously. The phone didn’t even stutter. It cruises at 100 kmph in 1st gear.
• Gaming (The Track Test):
  • Genshin Impact: Max Settings, 60 FPS. It ran flat out for 45 minutes.
  • Thermals: The phone got warm (43°C), but never hot. The vapor chamber cooling system works like a high-performance radiator.

Camera: The Hasselblad Magic

This is why you buy the X9 Ultra. It’s not a phone; it’s a camera with a SIM slot.

1. The Main Sensor (1-inch LYT-900):

The sheer size of the sensor means natural bokeh. You don’t need “Portrait Mode” to get a blurry background. The low-light performance is terrifyingly good—it sees in the dark better than my own eyes.

2. Dual Periscope Telephoto (3x + 6x):

This is the game changer.

• 3x Zoom: Perfect for portraits. The skin tones are Hasselblad-tuned—rich, natural, and not “whitewashed” like other Chinese phones.
• 6x Zoom: You can zoom into a building 1km away and read the signboard. The stabilization (OIS) is rock solid; the viewfinder doesn’t shake like you’ve had too much coffee.

Battery & Charging: The “Range” Anxiety Killer

Oppo has managed to fit a 6,000 mAh battery inside without making the phone a brick.

• Mileage Test:
  • City Use: 1.5 Days easy. (Social media, calls, emails).
  • Highway Use (Heavy Gaming/Camera): It lasts a full solid day (7 AM to 11 PM) with 15% left.
• Pit Stop: The 100W SuperVOOC charges it from 0-100% in roughly 32 minutes. That’s faster than a quick coffee break.

The Competition: X9 Ultra vs The Rivals

We auto-detected the strongest rivals: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo X200 Pro.

Feature	Oppo Find X9 Ultra	Samsung S26 Ultra	Vivo X200 Pro
Price (Est.)	₹89,999	₹1,19,999	₹84,999
Camera	Winner (Dual Periscope)	Winner (Video Zoom)	Winner (Zeiss Portraits)
Processor	Snapdragon 8 Elite	Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (Galaxy)	Dimensity 9400
Battery	6000 mAh + 100W	5500 mAh + 45W	6000 mAh + 90W
Design	Leather (Luxury)	Titanium (Industrial)	Glass (Shiny)
Verdict	Photography King	Productivity King	Portrait Value King

• Vs Samsung: Samsung has the S-Pen, but the Oppo charges twice as fast and takes better low-light photos.
• Vs Vivo: The Vivo X200 Pro is a close fight, but Oppo’s color science (Hasselblad) feels slightly more “professional” and less filtered.

Final Verdict: The Ultimate “Driver’s Car”

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is a masterpiece of 2026 engineering. It doesn’t cut corners. It gives you the biggest engine, the best cameras, and a luxurious interior.

Is it expensive? Yes. But so is a Ferrari.

Buy it if:

• You are a Photographer: The dual periscope lenses are the best zoom system on any smartphone, period.
• You hate charging: 100W charging + 6000mAh battery is a dream combination.
• You want Luxury: The leather back feels significantly more premium than the cold glass of an iPhone.

Skip it if:

• You prefer Compact Phones: This is a massive device. It will bulge out of skinny jeans.
• You shoot mostly Video: The iPhone 17 Pro Max still holds the crown for video stability and ProRes.
• You are on a budget: The OnePlus 13 or iQOO 14 gives you 90% of the performance for 60% of the price.

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