It’s been a long journey for OnePlus to find its footing ever since it officially became an OPPO sub-brand. Between iffy software, missing essentials like the alert slider, or just pricing that never quite hit the mark, OnePlus hasn’t always achieved its goal of being the “Flagship Killer” it set out to be. The 2023 crop of OnePlus phones, however, has hit a bit differently. In fact, in our OnePlus 11 review, we called it a return to the flagship killer ethos. It didn’t quite crack the formula enough to rank among the best Android phones, but it remains a compelling option for those not wanting to pay premium prices. The OnePlus 11R amps up the value quotient even further.
The OnePlus 11R is part of the company’s long-standing attempt at creating a value-focused phone for its biggest market: India. However, it faces ample competition in the region from the likes of Xiaomi, iQOO, and even Samsung. In the Android Authority OnePlus 11R review, we find out if the phone balances performance with the perfect amount of value.