Flagship specs at smarter pricing

If you’re looking at premium smartphones but are mindful of spending, comparing the OPPO Find X9 Pro with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra offers a compelling choice. Both deliver flagship-level performance, yet the OPPO comes at a noticeably lower cost, raising the question: can you sacrifice less than you think and still feel like you’re at the top of the class?

Starting with pricing, the Find X9 Pro retails at approximately £1,099 for its base model in the UK. The Galaxy S25 Ultra, meanwhile, begins closer to £1,249 or higher depending on storage and promotions. The difference won’t break the bank, but every pound counts when you’re choosing between premium options.

In terms of hardware, both models pack high-end chipsets, abundant RAM and generous storage options. The Find X9 Pro features a very large battery (reportedly 7,500 mAh in some markets), high refresh rate 6.78″ display, and a triple-lens rear camera system including a 200 MP telephoto module. Meanwhile the Galaxy S25 Ultra offers a similarly high-resolution main camera, advanced multi-lens setup with superior zoom capabilities, and all the polished refinements you’d expect from Samsung’s ultra-flagship line.

When you look at real-world performance, especially day-to-day tasks, multitasking and gaming, the gap between the two is relatively small. Reviewers say that the Find X9 Pro delivers “very nearly flagship experience” and in many usage scenarios you might not notice the difference. On the other hand, where Samsung has an edge is in camera versatility, ecosystem integration, brand-scale software updates and secondary features like stylus support, premium materials and resale value.

Battery and endurance tilt slightly toward the OPPO in raw specification, thanks to its larger cell and efficient hardware. That means you may get similar or better battery life than the S25 Ultra in everyday use, especially if you don’t push the most advanced zoom or highest camera modes. Power users who lean heavily on premium camera modes, S-Pen and longevity of software support may give the advantage to the Samsung.

From a value-perspective, the OPPO Find X9 Pro is hard to ignore if your priority is getting premium specs for less money. It gives you much of the flagship feel without the very highest cost. If you upgrade every 1-2 years and want maximum value, it could be the smarter pick. The Galaxy S25 Ultra makes sense if you want the absolute top tier of features and are willing to pay extra for the brand, ecosystem, resin materials and longer support.

In conclusion: for many users the Find X9 Pro presents “similar power” to the S25 Ultra for a lower cost, especially for everyday tasks. But if your priorities include ultra-refined camera performance, best-in-class ecosystem and longest software lifespan, the S25 Ultra still carries its premium for good reason. Choose based on whether you want the best value or the absolute best experience.