The flagship smartphone battleground is heating up, and Oppo is preparing its next big assault. The company has officially pulled back the curtain on the design of its upcoming Find X9 and Find X9 Pro, confirming a global launch and revealing a surprising design language that looks remarkably similar to the recently leaked OnePlus 15.
Global Ambitions Confirmed
Oppo has set the stage for a significant launch event in China on October 16, 2025. More importantly for international audiences, the company has explicitly confirmed that the Find X9 series will see a global release "soon after" its Chinese debut. This strategic move signals Oppo's intent to compete directly with other global giants like Samsung and Apple in markets outside its home turf.
The heart of these new devices will be the highly anticipated MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, making the Find X9 series Oppo's first flagship phones to be powered by this new silicon. This sets up an intriguing competition with other Android flagships expected to run on the next-generation Snapdragon platform.
A New Design Language: Say Goodbye to the Circle
The most immediate takeaway from the new official teaser images is a complete redesign of the camera module. Gone is the distinct circular camera island that characterized the Find X7 and Find X8 series. In its place, Oppo has adopted a "squircle" – a rounded square shape – that houses the rear cameras.
This new design immediately drew comparisons to a leaked photo of the OnePlus 15 that surfaced recently. The resemblance is uncanny, particularly for the standard Oppo Find X9 model. This is not entirely coincidental, given the shared technological resources and parent company (BBK Electronics) of Oppo and OnePlus. However, it does mark a significant convergence in their flagship design philosophies.
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As seen in the teaser images on Oppo's official Weibo channel, the design shift is a bold departure from its predecessors. The squircle module offers a fresh, modern look that aligns with recent industry trends.
The Hasselblad Differentiator
While the base Find X9 looks very similar to the OnePlus 15, there is one critical difference: the prominent Hasselblad logo on the back. Oppo's long-standing partnership with the legendary Swedish camera maker continues with the Find X9 series, promising color science and tuning that aims for a distinct photographic signature.
This highlights a key divergence in strategy between the two sister brands. OnePlus previously announced it would be cutting ties with Hasselblad for camera tuning on its upcoming devices, including the OnePlus 15. Instead, OnePlus will rely on its in-house DetailMax Engine. This explains the absence of the Hasselblad branding on the leaked OnePlus 15 and firmly positions the Oppo Find X9 as the brand for photography purists within the BBK ecosystem.
Pro-Level Camera Upgrades and a Focus on AI
Beyond the design, the teasers also give us a glimpse into the camera capabilities. Unsurprisingly, the Find X9 Pro is shown to have a more advanced camera system. Official photos suggest a significant upgrade to the periscope telephoto sensor, which should greatly improve optical zoom range and low-light performance for long-distance shots.
Both models appear to feature a quad-camera setup on the rear, but the specific sensors and functions on the standard Find X9 remain under wraps for now.
Furthermore, Oppo is placing a massive bet on artificial intelligence. The company has teased that the Find X9 series will "double down on AI features." Intriguingly, the teaser suggests that this won't just be software-based; both phones are expected to include two dedicated AI buttons. This hints at an aggressive push for on-device AI capabilities, potentially for instant translation, advanced image editing, or voice assistant functions, making AI a core part of the user experience.
The Bottom Line
The Oppo Find X9 series is shaping up to be a powerhouse launch. With a confirmed global rollout, the powerful Dimensity 9500 chipset, a redesigned camera system with Hasselblad tuning, and a strong emphasis on AI, Oppo is clearly aiming for the top spot in the 2025 flagship hierarchy. The design similarity to the OnePlus 15 is a fascinating twist, creating a family resemblance while allowing each brand to differentiate itself through camera technology and software enhancements. All eyes will be on October 16th for the full reveal.
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