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OnePlus 9R Overview
The OnePlus 9R is an Android device from OnePlus, released in 2021. It combines the Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) and a 6.55-inch display, running Android 10. This page tracks its full specifications, root status, and the bootloader and recovery notes that apply to it.
Root the OnePlus 9R
The OnePlus 9R is a 2021 Android device from OnePlus. It runs the Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm), a Qualcomm platform with strong community tooling and EDL-mode recovery as a safety net. Shipped software: Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13. For this model the realistic path is: the brand-specific unlock described below, followed by Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot). Typical hands-on time is 30–60 minutes.
Difficulty
Easy — well-supported device
Typical time
30–60 minutes
Method
Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot)
Bootloader unlock on OnePlus
OnePlus devices unlock with a standard fastboot command and no waiting period. T-Mobile US variants require a SIM-unlock and an unlock token first.
Platform notes
Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms are the best-supported in the root community: fastboot works as documented, and even a failed flash can usually be recovered through EDL (9008) emergency mode.
Before you start
- Bootloader unlocking factory-resets the device on almost all models — back up everything first.
FAQ
Can I root the OnePlus 9R?
Yes. After enabling OEM Unlocking and unlocking the bootloader, root is Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot). The unlock notes on this page describe the exact OnePlus procedure.
Does the OnePlus 9R support custom recovery (TWRP)?
That depends on community support for this exact model — verify a build exists for its codename before flashing anything. TWRP is not required for root: Magisk installs by flashing a patched boot image via fastboot.
Will root the OnePlus 9R void my warranty?
OnePlus will generally treat a rooted OnePlus 9R as outside warranty while it is modified. Restoring full stock firmware before a service visit usually restores normal treatment in practice, and consumer law in some regions (such as the EU) may still cover defects unrelated to root.
What Android version does the OnePlus 9R run?
It runs Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13. The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.
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