Oppo Find X9 Ultra: In summary
- Oppo’s new top-tier flagship Android smartphone
- Launching globally, including the UK, in the signature Tundra Umber color
- 550Mp across five cameras, featuring the world’s first 50Mp 10x telephoto camera in a phone
- High-end specifications, including a massive 7,025mAh battery, 6.8-inch screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and more
For high-end users seeking a comprehensive smartphone experience, the array of ‘Ultra’ handsets is impressive. Both the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra offer numerous features, but the newly released Oppo Find X9 Ultra might outshine them.
Tech Advisor readers are likely familiar with the Oppo Find X9 Pro, a top Android choice that soared in our rankings as the best camera phone. Its DSLR-style sensors and long-lasting battery life make it formidable, yet Oppo aims to surpass these features with the X9 Ultra.
As the pinnacle of Oppo’s X9 lineup, the X9 Ultra is a standout until the X10 series emerges. For those seeking a flagship device in 2026, the X9 Ultra is a must-consider, alongside the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Ultra.
With the Oppo Find X9 Ultra officially unveiled, we’ve compiled this guide to detail what it offers. Alternatively, explore our best phones round-up to see its competition or find budget-friendly flagship specs in our mid-range phones section.
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Oppo Find X9 Ultra: Key features
A next-generation camera setup
The Oppo Find X9 Pro excels in photography, but the X9 Ultra takes it further, positioning itself as more camera than phone. Oppo emphasizes this shift with its specs, branding it as “your next camera”.
The Oppo X9 Ultra boasts five rear lenses, led by two 200Mp sensors: a 1/1.12-inch Sony LYTIA 901 and a 3x telephoto. This combination ensures exceptional quality from a distance, with the telephoto lens also serving as a macro camera for close-up shots.
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While the cameras are impressive, the standout feature is the 50Mp 10x telephoto lens, described by Oppo as an industry first. It uses the Quintuple Prism Reflection Periscope Structure to maintain light purity.
Additionally, Oppo’s Sensor Shift optical stabilization ensures steady shots from afar. This camera setup competes with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s 50Mp 5x telephoto.
The 50Mp ultra-wide 1/1.95-inch lens reportedly offers 56% more light capture than its predecessor on the Oppo Find X8 Ultra, enhancing low-light performance for night cityscapes. The fifth lens, the True Color camera, serves as an assistive lens, delivering accurate colors, similar to the Google Pixel 10’s ability to represent skin tones in portraits.
The Hasselblad Earth Explorer Kit, a notable accessory, includes a dedicated camera grip with a two-stage shutter button and a 300mm teleconverter. This lens, when mounted on the 200Mp 3x telephoto, achieves a 13x zoom, ideal for capturing distant subjects.
For video creators, the X9 Ultra supports 4K 60fps Dolby Vision recording on all cameras and 8K 30fps on the two 200Mp sensors, a unique feature. The software’s impact on video performance remains to be seen, but the X9 Ultra’s camera specs give it an advantage.
A design to die for
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is available in two colors, Canyon and Tundra, with the latter standing out as the highlight. Inspired by the Hasselblad X2D 100C Earth Explorer Edition camera, the Tundra colorway features design elements like an orange Quick Button, reminiscent of the X2D shutter button, and a vegan leather back for a classic camera feel. The horizontal text on the back reinforces its camera-first identity.
Its build quality is robust, boasting IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for enhanced water and dust resistance.
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A battery befitting a true flagship
The X9 Ultra’s battery is built to support extensive camera use, upgraded from the X8 Ultra’s 6,100mAh to a 7,050mAh silicon carbon cell. Although not matching the Oppo Find X9 Pro or OnePlus 15’s 7,500mAh and 7,300mAh batteries, respectively, it’s a notable improvement. Oppo claims it can deliver up to 31 hours of YouTube playback on a single charge.
Charging speeds remain unchanged, with 100W wired and 50W wireless, yet these rates are faster than those of Google and Samsung flagships.
The display is slightly better than before
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra’s display sees a modest upgrade, enhancing usability. Its brightness now peaks at 3600 nits HDR, up from the X8 Ultra’s 2500 nits, making it easier to frame shots in bright daylight without squinting.
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The X9 Ultra also offers a higher refresh rate of 144Hz, a welcome improvement for mobile gamers. Although it falls short of OnePlus 15’s 165Hz, it exceeds the standard 120Hz.
Some genuinely practical AI features
Oppo has integrated practical artificial intelligence features into the X9 Ultra, moving beyond mixed results to offer truly useful tools as part of ColorOS 16: AI Bill Manager and AI Menu Translation.
AI Bill Manager scans receipts, organizes them, and provides a financial dashboard to help users track spending and identify costly activities. It’s a valuable tool for managing personal finances.
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AI Menu Translation not only translates menus but also highlights allergens and provides dish images. It converts prices to the user’s currency, facilitating better cost management before the bill arrives.
The obligatory chipset upgrade
The X9 Ultra, as expected, transitions from the Snapdragon 8 Elite to the more powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Already featured in other devices like the Oppo Find X9 Pro, this chipset delivers unparalleled flagship performance, handling the intensive processing needed for the phone’s advanced cameras.
When is the Oppo Find X9 Ultra release date?
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra was unveiled on 21 April in Chengdu, with a retail release set for 8 May.
This timing is slightly later than the X8 Ultra, which launched publicly on 10 April and reached consumers on 16 April.
Significantly, unlike the X8 Ultra, the X9 Ultra will be available globally, not limited to China, and will see a simultaneous worldwide release.
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How much does the Oppo Find X9 Ultra cost?
Prepare for a premium price. Oppo has announced the UK price for the Oppo Find X9 Ultra at £1,449, positioning it among the most expensive phones on the market.
While not for everyone, this cost is competitive when compared to the similarly powerful, camera-focused Leica Leitzphone by Xiaomi, which retails at £1,699.
FAQ
What is the Oppo Find X9 Ultra?
The X9 Ultra is Oppo’s flagship model for 2026, surpassing both the Oppo Find X9 Pro and the Oppo Find X9.
What is the price of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra?
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is priced at £1,449 in the UK. Global pricing updates will be provided when available.
When is the Oppo Find X9 Ultra coming out?
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra will be available for purchase starting 8 May 2026.
Is the Oppo Find X9 Ultra available in the UK?
Yes, unlike its predecessor, the Oppo Find X8 Ultra, the X9 Ultra will be available for purchase in the UK following its global launch.
What’s the difference between the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and the Oppo Find X9 Pro?
While the X9 Pro features a larger battery, both phones share the same chipset. The X9 Ultra, however, offers superior cameras, catering more to photographers.
