The Oppo A5 2020 is one of the latest phones to appear in the crowded budget-to-mid-range part of smartphone land, and it proves that Oppo can continue to make compelling devices in this section of the market.
It’s very similar to the Oppo A9 2020, with the major difference being the camera setup. The A9 has a superior rear camera array, and will cost you a bit more, but if you want to spend as little as possible on your next phone then the A5 is definitely worth a look.
You can pick up the Oppo A5 2020 for around £180 online in the UK and AU$300 in Australia on time of launching, though as yet we don’t have confirmation of a US release. That’s not very much money for a smartphone at all, and everything else in this review has to be weighed against the price of admission.
Of course, there’s plenty of competition at the lower end of the market – from the likes of Motorola, Honor, Realme and others – but the Oppo A5 2020 does enough to find a place among the best cheap phones, making it worthy of some serious consideration for the budget-conscious.
Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
Design
Spacious screen
Tastefully designed
Not waterproof
Take a look at the Oppo A5 2020 and you can tell it’s not a premium-level, flagship phone, and it’s the same when you pick it up. At the same time it’s fair to say that the handset looks more expensive than it actually is – sure, it’s clad in plastic and looks unoriginal, but it’s nicely curved and finished.
Black and white are your rather ho-hum color choices here, with Oppo attaching a plastic screen protector in the factory and bundling a silicone case with the phone too. So if you want some basic protection for your new handset, you won’t necessarily have to go out and buy a separate case.
With that 6.5-inch screen and a thickness of 9.1mm, this is not a compact handset, though you can just about use it with one hand (if you have big-ish hands and dexterous fingers). It’s good for getting a lot on screen at once, but it’s not so good for stuffing into a small pocket.
Oppo has put the power button on the right here, with the volume controls on the left. The headphone jack (yes, there is one) is down at the bottom of the device, together with a speaker grille. Oppo has thankfully gone for USB-C as the data port, with some budget models still resorting to micro USB.
The fingerprint scanner is up on the back. The phone isn’t dust or waterproof, but then you wouldn’t really expect that from a phone at this price – corners have to be cut somewhere, so just make sure you don’t drop it in the bath or leave it out in a sandstorm.
While the design of the Oppo A5 2020 won’t exactly set hearts racing, we’ve seen a lot worse down at the budget end of the Android market, so we can’t really fault Oppo too much in this department. You’re not going to be embarrassed to take this out in front of friends and family at least.
Verdict
The Oppo A5 2020 when judged against its price comes out very well indeed: for not much money at all, you get a device that is competent in most areas and really good in a couple.
Oppo and OnePlus have been sharing more and more in common over the past few years, and there’s nowhere that’s no apparent than the OnePlus Open and Oppo Find N3 foldables, which quite literally are the same device.
The Oppo Find N3 and OnePlus Open share basically everything. The same specs, the same cameras, the same hinge, the same displays. It’s all the same, and you can tell in person. Over the summer, 9to5Google got a brief early chance to spend a few minutes with the Find N3, and it is indeed the same device we ended up getting in the OnePlus Open.
At the time, Oppo even said that the OnePlus Open is essentially the “global version” of the Find N3.
That’s certainly good news, as Oppo’s book-style foldables have never launched outside of China. The Find N and Find N2 both never made it to global markets, and from the looks of it, the Find N3 technically won’t either unless it’s called the OnePlus Open.
The only real differences come down to the software and the fit and finish. The Find N3 is sold in gold, red, and some other colors, while the Open is only available in black and green. The Find N3 has ColorOS, and the Open has OxygenOS (not that those are different).
The only real difference is the logo on the back.
So, yeah. These are the same phones, just for different markets. Will that continue into future releases? We’ll see! If it’s for flip phones, I hope that we see more crossover, but I would prefer if OnePlus’ main flagships retain at least some personal identity.
Oppo K7 5G is the company’s first K series phone to support 5G. Oppo K7 is the successor to Oppo K5. Adding more about the phone, Oppo K7 5G includes a 6.4-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display. Under the hood, the phone has Snapdragon 765G SoC coupled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. Oppo K7 5G is backed by a 4025mAh battery with a 30W fast charger out of the box. Let’s read more about Oppo K7 5G in detail and see how the phone stands against its competitors.
Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
Display and Camera
Oppo K7 5G is fitted with a 6.4-inch color AMOLED multitouch display with a waterdrop notch. The panel has a Full HD+(1080×2400) resolution which amounts to 411 PPI. The aspect ratio of the phone is 20:9 which means you get a decent screen size to treat your eyes. Biometrics features include an in-display fingerprint sensor and face unlock. Also, the display has a protective layer of Gorilla Glass5.
Oppo K7 5G has vertically aligned quad-rear cameras. It features a 48MP primary sensor coupled with an 8MP ultrawide lens and two 2MP’s of B/W sensor and a depth sensor with autofocus. It does offer a wide variety of popular lenses that you can experiment with to capture decent photographs. As far as the recording is concerned, you can record UHD 4K videos @30fps using the rear cameras. For selfies and video calls, it has a 32MP camera with f/2.0 aperture.
Performance and Battery
Oppo K7 5G runs on Android 10 based on color OS7. The phone has Qualcomm’s mid-range gaming Snapdragon 765G SoC coupled with 8GB of RAM. This ample size of RAM is likely to handle multitasks smoothly and help run demanding applications. To meet the graphic demands it houses Adreno620 GPU which is capable of rendering high-end graphics to give a stable performance. These specifications can be appealing to gamers looking for a performance gaming phone.
Oppo K7 5G is backed by a 4025mAh Li-Po battery which may last a day depending upon your usage. Also, it supports a 30W flash charge out of the box which means you can charge it quickly.
Storage and Connectivity
Oppo K7 5G has 128GB of internal storage capacity which is enough to store in your pictures, photos, videos, music, and documents. However, the phone lacks any external sd-card slot which limits the storage capacity.
Oppo K7 5G has the usual sets of connectivity options that includes 3G 4G VoLTE that enables HD voice and video calls on supported Jio networks, WiFi, Bluetooth v5.1, USB v2.0 with Type C connectivity, NFC for sharing small amounts of payloads. Online constellations like GPS with A-GPS, QZSS, Glonass, Galileo, and BDS are supported.
The Oppo A53 could have been a forgettable budget phone, but thanks to its 90Hz display and decent battery life, it stands out a little from the competition. Don’t expect miracles but do expect a competent device for the price.
Oppo isn’t a hugely well-known name still despite having an extensive range of phones under its belt, among the latest of which is the Oppo A53, a solidly budget model. That’s no bad thing but it does mean that already, we need to temper our expectations.
This isn’t a phone that will revolutionize the market but nor should anyone expect that from such an inexpensive device. On the plus side, it does offer some neat extras that mean it occasionally stands out a bit amongst a busy crowd of cheap phones.
While it’s the low price that’s the main selling point of the phone, the Oppo A53 also bundles in a 90Hz refresh rate, which isn’t entirely unique in this field with the likes of the Realme 6 also sporting that refresh rate, but is still a welcome addition to spruce up an otherwise fairly ordinary phone.
Besides the classy display, the Oppo A53 actually looks pretty nice for the price. It has a premium look reminiscent of the Honor 10 Lite, with a curved back that is somewhat eye-catching and ensures you’re not simply stuck with the same old tedious back that so many other phones stoically stick with it.
Elsewhere, it’s perhaps more unremarkable looking, with the standard bevy of buttons and a conveniently placed fingerprint scanner right where your finger is likely to linger.
At around 186g and 8.4mm thick, the Oppo A53 is quite bulky, but the aforementioned curved back means it sits comfortably in your hand at least, even if your hands are quite small.
Performance wise, the Oppo A53 is about what you’d expect for the price. In our tests, it slightly outperformed the similarly priced Redmi Note 7 when it came to multi-core performance, but it was a fair way behind in single-core performance. In daily use, we weren’t irritated by what the Oppo A53 accomplished but it wasn’t exactly a wizard either.
That’s the general trend with the Oppo A53. It works well enough but it lacks a bit of magic. In general daily use, it does what you need, allowing you to easily switch between apps and games without too much slowdown, but it’s not exactly a revolution in design. We were pleased to see that it arrived with little bloatware attached though, with only the likes of Facebook and WPS Office potentially superfluous to one’s needs.
When trying out the camera, it’s another functional moment for the Oppo A53. It works just fine but don’t expect anything more advanced than a macro mode. Even a night mode isn’t included and we wouldn’t recommend taking snaps in low light with this phone. Again though, it suits the budget reasonably well.
Cutting back on features is a key pattern here, with other absences including waterproofing and wireless charging, but again, these concessions keep the price down. Fast charging is an option at least though and we were pleasantly surprised with how long the Oppo A53 lasted without needing a top up.
So then, the Oppo A53 isn’t everything you could want and more, but your bank balance will like the price and you’ll certainly appreciate how dependable it is.
With some stylish looks and the bonus of a superior screen than some others can offer at this price, it’s not too shabby at all for the money. Just remember to temper your expectations accordingly.
Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
Design
Smart design
Four color choices
Sensibly placed fingerprint sensor
The Oppo A53 immediately reminded us of the Honor 10 Lite and that’s certainly a good thing. Our review unit had the Electric Black color scheme and the back of the unit caught our eye quite well. Rather than simply being a dull black color, it has a glint to it that looks rather appealing, although it is prone to attracting fingerprints and smudges.
UK markets have the choice of Mint Cream or Electric Black, with the former typically costing more depending on where you look. Other markets also have Fairy White and Fancy Blue, with white seeming like the one to go for if you want to avoid marks.
Whichever one you go for, the Oppo A53 is a little on the chunky side at 8.4mm but its curved edges and corners mean it still feels reasonably comfortable in your hands. A fingerprint sensor located on the back of the phone just underneath the camera is ideally suited for unlocking your device with minimal hassle.
lsewhere, the volume buttons are on the left edge near the dual-SIM slot, while the right edge has the power button. It’s all perfectly functional and exactly what feels comfortable to use.
The 6.5-inch display is recessed slightly to give it a bit of protection, with a small notch for the selfie camera. We didn’t mind losing that tiny amount of screen space and it all feels reasonably sturdy. The casing doesn’t give away a sense that this is a budget phone, although it’s worth remembering that the phone isn’t rated as waterproof or dustproof.
Along the bottom you’ll find a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB type-C port, and a single speaker grille. It’s all business as usual then.
Display
6.5-inch 720 x 1600 screen
90Hz refresh rate
It’s a mixed bag for the Oppo A53‘s display. On the one hand, it has that 90Hz refresh rate. What that means for you is it refreshes the screen 90 times per second rather than the 60 times that many other screens offer.
It means a smoother experience while you’re scrolling through things or playing games, and it’s certainly a big plus when considering this phone.
However, the resolution of the phone isn’t Full HD at only 720 x 1600, and that’s not great. It’ll do, of course, but it means in certain cases that videos and text won’t look as sharp and you’ll probably wish you prioritized resolution over refresh rate. Unsurprisingly it’s also an LCD screen rather than OLED.
This isn’t a terrible display by any means but it’s nothing great either. You’ll also find you need to bump up the brightness to full if you want to use the Oppo A53 effectively in bright sunlight outdoors.
Is it a big deal on a phone of this price? Not so much, with movies and shows certainly watchable, but it’s not exactly a shining example of what smartphone screens can offer.
Camera
13MP + 2MP + 2MP rear camera
16MP selfie camera
Poor in low light
Let’s get this out of the way – the Oppo A53 isn’t made for photographers. Its camera is fine and functional but it’s nothing special. The rear camera offers a 13MP primary lens, 2MP macro and 2MP depth sensor. There’s no wide-angle lens but honestly, we’re not convinced it would be great if it were there.
The 13MP f/2.2 main camera is just fine, with okay photos but nothing exceptional, and it’s a little slow to shoot. It’s good enough for uploading to Facebook but there’s a certain lack of detail once you look up close.
That’s a similar story for the macro camera, which does the job but feels like it would appeal more to someone less knowledgeable about what smartphones can offer now. Light is key to a good macro shot if you want to avoid any noise on your images.
An up to 5x digital zoom sounds enticing but the picture simply gets less clear the more you zoom, so we wouldn’t recommend using it unless you absolutely have to.
Night shots meanwhile are particularly disappointing here with no dedicated night mode and very underwhelming results.
On the plus side, Oppo‘s software goes some way to improving your photography experience. It includes features like HDR, Dazzle Color, portrait mode and AI improvements. Dazzle Color and HDR in particular are a huge help when trying to get more of the colors of what you’re snapping, even during a clear day outside.
For selfie addicts, the 16MP selfie camera is one of the better parts of the camera here with decent color reproduction, although not as much detail as we’d like to see. Also, it’s worth noting that switching off the AI beautification mode generally improves results.
Like we said, the Oppo A53 isn’t made for photography, although it is functional enough. Predictably its photos don’t really stand up to pricier fare but nor would we expect them to. Still, a night mode would have been appreciated.
Specs and performance
Average performance
Expandable storage
Android 10 OS
The Oppo A53 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor, which is distinctly entry-level stuff. 4GB of RAM also means it can’t rely heavily on memory to make up for any shortcomings. We played Call of Duty Mobile to see how it performed and it was fine but rather slow to load. Ultimately, it shouldn’t bother you too much unless you’re impatient.
Geekbench 5 scores came in at 253 for single-core performance and 1,266 for multi-core performance. That’s not great but it is better than some other budget options such as the Alcatel 3L (2020). It also beats the Redmi Note 7 for multi-core performance, but not for single-core.
Benchmarks are irrelevant in day to day use though and we didn’t actually have much trouble with the responsiveness of the Oppo A53. It does everything at a reasonable speed and without any lag or crashes to be seen. We wouldn’t fancy its chances with multiple browser tabs open, but that’s unlikely to be too much of an issue for the average user shopping for a phone at this price.
The Oppo A53 comes with 64GB of internal storage, with expandable memory of up to 256GB being an option. The internal storage isn’t great but it should get you started without any trouble before you consider whether an upgrade is needed.
Android 10 comes pre-installed here and the Oppo A53 isn’t too heavy on pre-installed apps. Beyond the standard stuff, there’s simply WPS Office, Facebook and Oppo’s Game Space app that you may wish to remove.
The last of those aims to speed up gaming performance by clearing the cache and RAM before you play a game. It potentially does improve performance ever so slightly but you’ll probably forget all about using it soon enough.
As a budget phone, the Oppo A53 keeps things simple elsewhere, so of course there’s no 5G.
Battery life
5,000mAh battery
18W fast charge
Decent battery life
With a 5,000mAh battery, the Oppo A53 performs fairly admirably. That’s a big battery for a phone of this price and size. It easily lasts more than a day even during heavy usage, such as extensive gaming or binge-watching.
On those days where you use the Oppo A53 a little less, it should last a couple of days, although it’s likely that you’ll find yourself recharging it to be on the safe side.
There’s no wireless charging here but we found it took just over 2 hours to recharge fully. That’s not amazing but it’s good enough.
Software features such as Super Power Saving Mode and Sleep Standby Optimization go some way to helping you prolong the battery life.
Suggestions are offered about where you can extend the battery life and they’re usually pretty intelligent, avoiding reducing what you can actually get done with your phone. Just watch out for Oppo‘s Game Space which is likely to hammer the battery life if you use it a lot.
Should I buy the Oppo A53?
Buy it if…
You’re on a budget The Oppo A53 is cheap but cheerful. Nothing about it is quite as exciting as you’d probably like, but it’s dependable enough for the money.
You want a stylish budget phone We were quite taken with how the Oppo A53 looks thanks to its vibrant back that looks a bit nicer than a simple black exterior. You can pretend it cost more than it did.
You’re desperate for a 90Hz refresh rate We’re not sure why you’d be so desperate for a 90Hz refresh rate (more on that in a moment) but if you really want the extra smoothness, then the Oppo A53 is an inexpensive way of gaining that.
Don’t buy it if…
You want a great display The resolution of the Oppo A53 isn’t really up to scratch and the refresh rate can only go so far. It’s fine but don’t expect greatness.
You want to take a lot of photos The Oppo A53’s camera is okay but far from special, and the weak macro mode and lack of night mode is likely to grate after a while. If you love to document your life visually, you’re going to be disappointed here.
You have a bigger budget
If you can afford more, you should buy more. The Oppo A53 looks nice and does the job, but it’s rather forgettable in the long term.
Mobile phones have become an essential part of our lives. They help us stay connected to our loved ones and keep us entertained. However, accidents can happen, and one of the most common issues with mobile phones is a cracked or broken screen. If you own an Oppo Reno 8 Lite and have experienced this problem, you may be wondering about the cost of screen replacement in Sydney. In this article, we will explore the screen replacement cost of Oppo Reno 8 Lite in Sydney and discuss the best repair shop for Oppo mobile phones.
Sydney CBD Repair Centre is the Best OPPO Mobile Phone Repair Shop in Sydney:
If you own an Oppo mobile phone and need a repair, finding a reliable repair shop can be challenging. Not many repair shops are equipped to handle Oppo mobile phones, which can make it challenging to find one that offers quality repairs at an affordable price.
Sydney CBD Repair Centre is a reputable mobile phone repair shop that specializes in repairing Oppo mobile phones. The team at Sydney CBD Repair Centre has years of experience repairing various models of Oppo mobile phones and has built a reputation for providing quality repairs at an affordable price.
Not Many Repair Shops Can Handle OPPO Mobile Phones:
As mentioned earlier, not many repair shops are equipped to handle Oppo mobile phones. This is because Oppo uses unique technology that requires specialized equipment and expertise to repair properly.
At Sydney CBD Repair Centre, the technicians are trained to repair all models of Oppo mobile phones using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. This means that you can trust them with your device knowing that it will be repaired correctly.
OPPO Reno 8 Lite Screen Repairs On The Spot at This Shop:
At Sydney CBD Repair Centre, they understand that your time is valuable. That’s why they offer on-the-spot screen repairs for your OPPO Reno 8 Lite so that you can get back to using your device as soon as possible. They pride themselves on providing fast and efficient repairs without compromising on quality.
The Best Price in Australia:
One of the most significant concerns when it comes to screen replacement is the cost. At Sydney CBD Repair Centre, they offer competitive pricing for their Oppo mobile phone repairs, including the Reno 8 Lite. They understand that repairs can be expensive and strive to provide affordable options for their customers without sacrificing quality.
Top 3 Mobile Repair Shop For 4 Years In a Row:
Sydney CBD Repair Centre has been recognized as one of the top three mobile repair shops in Sydney for four years in a row. This recognition is a testament to their commitment to providing quality repairs and exceptional customer service.
If you own an Oppo Reno 8 Lite and need a screen replacement in Sydney, look no further than Sydney CBD Repair Centre.
They are equipped to handle all models of Oppo mobile phones and offer on-the-spot screen repairs at an affordable price. With their years of experience and reputation for quality service, you can trust them with your device knowing that it will be repaired correctly.
oppo reno 8 lite screen replacement near me,
oppo reno 8 lite screen replacement cost,
oppo reno 8 lite screen repair cost,
oppo reno 8 lite screen replacement price,
oppo Reno 8 SE screen replacement cost,
oppo Reno 7 SE screen replacement cost,
oppo reno 8 lite screen repair sydney,
We’ve grown to appreciate Oppo‘s relentless drive for breaking the mold and introducing unorthodox innovations – be it a swivel or a pop-up camera, geometry-inspired panels, the VOOC fast charging, or even soccer-themed phones.
The latest Find X3 Pro flagship doesn’t shy away from innovation either – in addition to the cutting-edge specs and design, the new Find also bets big on 10-bit color by pushing 10-bit cameras and a 10-bit screen to make sure you are viewing what you’ve captured in its full glory.
Indeed, the Oppo Find X3 Pro was presented under the Awaken Color slogan, meaning you can capture and see 1 billion colors with the hit of a button – something you can’t do anywhere else, not that easily, at least.
There is a curved 6.7″ 10-bit OLED screen of high resolution and high refresh rate, while on the back, you’ll find a quartet of snappers that can capture the world around you with 10-bit color.
The whole Find X3 Pro was thoughtfully designed to envelope these two key features into one extraordinary-shaped and waterproofed body. Everything looks so well designed, and the organic curves around the rear camera are something we haven’t seen so far, so kudos for that!
The quad-camera on the back is also bringing surprises – while it looks like your typical quartet of wide/ultrawide/tele/macro, it is, in fact, more than meets the eye. The two wide snappers use identical 50MP Sony IMX 766 sensors, with different optics, of course, then we have a 13MP 2x tele, and a 3MP microscope camera with 60x magnification and a LED ring flash around the whole things. The micro camera will let you to see details that are invisible to the naked eye and sounds really cool on paper. We just can’t wait to test it. Is it another gimmick? Maybe! But color us intrigued as we haven’t seen such type of shooter on any phone.
The Oppo Find X3 Pro offers the current best Snapdragon 888 chipset with a 5G modem and support for thirteen 5G bands.
The phone is sold in a single configuration, but it is more than fitting for a flagship – 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM with 256GB of UFS3.1 storage.
You also get Dolby Atmos-certified stereo speakers and a large 4,500mAh battery with the latest 65W VOOC fast charging. It can even do fast wireless and reverse wireless charging if that’s your thing.
Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
A quick look through these specs, and we are already intrigued by the 10-bit promises and the microscope camera. We appreciate Oppo throwing in official IP68 certification, and it seems Xiaomi is the last one of the major makers that still stubbornly refuses to get that for its phones.
The Find X3 Pro will be sold in many international markets, and Oppo is offering a free global warranty to go with it, one similar to what Apple is promising for its iPhones and Macbooks. It is one of the concerns when buying a Chinese phone, and we like that Oppo is stepping up its game.
And now, without further ado, let’s unbox our Gloss Black Oppo Find X3 Pro.
Unboxing the Oppo Find X3 Pro
Unlike them Galaxies and iPhones, the Oppo Find X3 Pro arrives in a big fat retail box jam-packed with stuff. In addition to your new Find X, inside, you’ll also find a 65W VOOC 2.0 power adapter and a 6.5A-rated USB-A-to-C cable that you’ll need to reach the max wattage.
The retail bundle also contains a USB-C EarPods-like headset and a black protective case made of rubber with a nice matte finish.
The Oppo Find X3 Pro comes with a thin plastic film applied on the screen, but this can hardly pass for a screen protector. There is a Gorilla Glass 5 shielding the screen, so you are well covered. This cheap film gets smudgy in seconds, so we’d suggest peeling it off immediately and opting for a proper protector, if you decide you need one, that is.
The competition
The Find X3 Pro seems like a meaningful upgrade over the X2 Pro, even if it doesn’t look as major as some might have hoped. We can see a point there – after all, the 6.7″ AMOLED is great, but the old one wasn’t shabby either. The jump to the next-gen Snapdragon is great, but it doesn’t bring breath-taking performance benefits.
But, the camera, on the other hand, has seen a lot of improvements, including new high-end sensors and this unique 3MP microscope snapper. The larger battery and the fast wireless charging complete the list of the major upgrades.
Find X3 Pro and Find X2 Pro
Oppo will be selling the Find X3 Pro globally with an international warranty not unlike Apple’s. Purchasing it won’t be as easy as opening, say, Amazon, and clicking Buy, as not all countries will have a regional seller. But we do hope Oppo will be able to expand its market reach even more with the Find X3 Pro. And while we are on the topic of availability, for now, only the Find X3 Pro will be available outside China, and you won’t see the other Find X3 options as alternatives in this section.
So, the first phone that comes to mind as a viable alternative to this €1150 Find X3 Pro is the €750 Xiaomi Mi 11, which we reviewed just recently. The Mi 11 matches the screen and the chipset of the Oppo, as well as the speaker quality, the battery capacity, and the charging speed. It runs on MIUI, which is a lot more popular and gets regular updates for years. But there is no zoom camera on the Mi 11, no micro snapper, and no official water-protection. It makes up for those deficiencies with a price tag that’s some €400 cheaper than the Find X3 Pro, and we can easily forgive the missing zoom in and zoom out cameras.
The Galaxy S21 Ultra costs as much as the Find X3 Pro, and while it has a similar screen, chipset, and speakers, it impresses with zooming capabilities. The Ultra features a 3x and a 10x telephoto camera, both with OIS. Its 40MP selfies camera with PDAF and 4K capturing is superior, too. Finally, the Galaxy has much better battery life, and unless you need the microscopic camera, the Ultra might be your better choice.
Huawei P40 Pro costs only €640, and it is quite the treat if you can live without Google services and stereo speakers. The water-resistant P40 Pro packs a great 1200p 90Hz AMOLED, a powerful Kirin 990 5G chip. Still, its camera prowess is what makes it such an attractive offer – all four snappers – the 50MP main, the 40MP ultrawide, the 12MP 5x tele, and the 32MP AF selfie excel in photo and video quality. Zooming across these cameras while shooting video is quite smooth, too.
Finally, we want to mention the upcoming vivo X60 Pro+, which might be a niche smartphone, but what a phone it is. The X60 Pro+ is expected to cost the same as the Oppo on the international markets, and it will match its screen, processor, main camera, and battery specs. But the vivo will offer a more versatile imaging setup by accompanying the 50MP primary with a 48MP ultrawide shooter with a second-generation gimbal stabilization and two zoom cameras – 32MP 2x portrait one and 8MP 5x OIS telephoto. That’s something we’d like to try for sure.
Finally, the OnePlus 9 series announcement is just around the corner, and the Pro model should be a close match to the Find X3 Pro. The OnePlus phones enjoy a wider availability, they run the fan-favorite Oxygen OS, and they are usually more reasonably priced, so they may be worth looking into.
Xiaomi Mi 11 • Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G • Huawei P40 Pro • vivo X60 Pro Plus
The verdict
We liked the Oppo Find X3 Pro and the time we spent together. It has a marvelous screen and design, powerful hardware, and a multi-camera setup that delivers on every promise. The fast battery charging is something many will appreciate, too.
The Find X3 Pro is not without competition; in fact, it’s an all-out war. And while the Find X3 Pro delivers on its promises, it’s not a perfect phone either. The Mi 11 is cheaper, the Galaxy – heavier but better spec’d, the P40 Pro – quite attractive but Google-less, while the vivo X60 Pro+ and the OnePlus 9 are yet to hit the shelves.
But that’s the great thing about the market and the rich competition – you are free to buy the phone that suits you best.
Pros
Remarkable 1440p OLED HDR10+ display with 120Hz refresh.
Exquisite, water-resistant design.
Fast wired and wireless charging.
Loud stereo speakers, equally balanced.
Flagship-grade performance, 5G.
Outstanding photo and video quality, day and night.
Intriguing one of a kind microscope camera, gimmick or not.
Fluid ColorOS on top of Android 11, rich customization options.
“Fix Your OPPO Find X5 Lite Broken Screen Quickly and Affordably in Australia’s Sydney CBD Repair Centre”
Having a broken or cracked screen on your OPPO Find X5 Lite can be incredibly frustrating,
especially when you don’t know how to fix it. It can also be expensive if you take it to a repair shop. However, there is an affordable and convenient solution in Sydney’s CBD Repair Centre.
Located in the heart of Sydney, the CBD Repair Centre offers OPPO Find X5 Lite screen repairs that are quick and affordable.
You don’t have to wait around for days or weeks for your phone to be repaired; they will have your device fixed in as little as 30 minutes. They use only quality parts and their technicians are highly experienced and trained in all aspects of mobile device repair. This means that you can rest assured knowing that your device will be fixed correctly the first time around.
The process at the centre is simple – just bring in your device and let them know what issue you’re experiencing with it (e.g., broken screen). They’ll examine your device and provide you with a free quote based on the parts needed for the repair job, as well as labour costs. Once you accept their quote, they’ll get started on repairing your phone right away!
The centre also offers a variety of other services such as battery replacement, water damage repairs, data recovery services, software updates and more.
All repairs come with a warranty so if any issues arise after they’ve completed their work they will take care of them free of charge!
Overall, if you’re looking for an affordable solution to fix your OPPO Find X5 Lite broken screen quickly then look no further than Sydney’s CBD Repair Centre! Their experienced technicians offer top-notch service at very competitive prices so that you can get back to using your phone without having to break the bank!
The centre also provides a variety of other services, such as device unlocking, so that you can use your phone with any carrier. They will provide you with a detailed report of the work they’ve done so that you can keep track of any changes or updates made to your device. Additionally, they offer a wide range of accessories such as cases and screen protectors to help keep your device looking its best.
The CBD Repair Centre is open 5 days a week, making it easy for customers to get their devices fixed when it fits into their schedule. The technicians are available for walk-in appointments or you can make an appointment online for added convenience. The friendly staff are always available to answer any questions that you may have about the repair process and offer advice on how best to care for your phone after the repair is complete.
If you need to have your OPPO Find X5 Lite screen repaired but don’t have time or money to go somewhere else,
then Sydney’s CBD Repair Centre is the perfect solution for you! Their experienced technicians will have your device fixed in no time so that you can get back to using it right away. With their competitive prices and warranty on all repairs, there’s no better place in Sydney for quality OPPO Find X5 Lite repair services!
OPPO Find X5 Lite Screen Replacement,
Reno7 SE Screen Replacement, Reno8 Screen Replacement,
Reno8 SE Screen Replacement,
Reno8 Lite Screen Replacement,
F21 Pro Screen Replacement,
OnePlus Nord 2T 5G Screen Replacement,
Nord CE 2 5G Screen Replacement,
Nord CE 3 5G Screen Replacement,
Realme 9 Pro Plus Screen Replacement,
OPPO presented the new one in March Find X3 series, where especially that Promodel with the extremely good equipment and the high recommended retail price of 1.149 euros. It’s without a doubt one of the best smartphones out there, but the MSRP seems a bit high, especially when you compare it to the cheaper OnePlus 9 Pro compares, which has hardly any disadvantages. So it seems like the X3 Pro hardly a chance in this country and that becomes even more apparent when we take a closer look at the normal OPPO Find X3.
Compared to Promodel, there are hardly any significant differences. Under the hood is “only” the Snapdragon 870 instead of the 888, which is also “only” supported by 8 GB RAM and it is not officially protected against the ingress of water and dust according to IP68. Otherwise it offers the same hardware as the X3 Pro and does not cost more than 650 euros in Chinese shops, which sounds good, but customers must remember that this is a Chinese smartphone without Google apps ex works, because the regular X3 is unfortunately not available in Europe. Whether the X3 due to the significantly lower price compared to the Promodel is perhaps even the better option or whether a Chinese smartphone is not worthwhile in this country, you will find out in the following lines.
Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
Haptics, design and processing
Comparing the OPPO Find X3 with the Find X2 Pro from last year, you will quickly notice the minimally more compact form factor, which is not only suggested by the numbers on the paper of 163,6 mm in height and 74 mm in width, but is also noticeable in everyday life. Due to the slightly rounded edges on the front and back, the smartphone looks even a tad narrower in the hand, which definitely facilitates one-handed operation. Nevertheless, the X3 is anything but small and those who have not been able to make friends with larger smartphones in the past, the X3 is not the right choice either. Nevertheless, I would like to praise OPPO for making the device relatively compact despite the huge 6,7 inch display. The weight of 193 grams is absolutely okay and the thickness of 8,26 mm also fits perfectly with the rest of the design.
The frame is made of high-gloss metal and feels extremely high quality. However, the transition to the back is not perfect, which gives a minimally sharp-edged feel in the hand, but that is really grumbling on a very high level. Due to the high-gloss finish, the frame is also very susceptible to fingerprints and should probably have minor scratches over time.
Both the front and the back are made of glass. The color I tested, white, is even matt and therefore extremely immune to fingerprints. Even after days without cleaning, you can hardly see any annoying fingerprints. OPPO has managed that as well as hardly any other manufacturer. The blue color is very similar, whereas the black model is the complete opposite. The surface is shiny and extremely reflective. As long as the back is not smeared with fingerprints, which is almost inevitable with this color, the smartphone can be used as a mirror.
In summary, I can say that the OPPO Find X3 – due to the choice of materials of glass and metal – feels very high quality, which is unfortunately no longer too understandable nowadays, even in this price range.
Standalone camera design or iPhone copy?
In addition to the beautiful colors, the camera design immediately catches the eye, which was already very controversial before the launch. Is it an iPhone copy or a standalone design? This is exactly the question I asked myself shortly after the performance and at first I wasn’t sure until I picked up the device for the first time. The positioning of the individual sensors is of course very much reminiscent of that of the current iPhones, which cannot be denied, but I also see OPPO‘s own ideas: not only the camera hill, but also the area around it, rises slightly from the back, what about the looks beautiful on the one hand and feels very smooth on the other. The word “sharp-edged” is absolutely out of place here.
Personally, I like the new camera design very much, because it is something newproand implemented it well. The similar positioning of the sensors as with Apple doesn’t bother me at all, but that’s a matter of taste.
Front nothing special anymore
A 6,7-inch display dominates the front, the quality of which we will take a closer look at in a moment. It is interrupted by a small punch hole in the left corner, in which there is space for the front camera, and the edges around the screen are pleasantly thin, even if hardly anything has changed here compared to last year. Most smartphones now look like this, but that doesn’t mean I don’t like the front. On the contrary, I really like it, which is also due to the slightly rounded edges that never bothered me in everyday life.
Good workmanship and positioning of the keys
I have absolutely no reason to criticize the workmanship. The Find X3 makes a high-quality impression, the keys have a good pressure point, sit bomb-proof in the case and are easy to reach.
Display – (almost) one of the best OLED panels
The screen has a diagonal of 6,7 inches, has a razor-sharp resolution of 3.216 x 1.440 pixels and supports a fluid refresh rate of 120 Hertz, which means that the image is updated up to 120 times within a second. Paired with the Snapdragon 870, the Find X3 feels extremely smooth to use.
Thanks to the OLED technology, the black level is at an extremely high level and there is also the excellent color rendering, which can be adjusted to your own taste in the settings with just a few clicks. While the colors are rendered realistically in the “Gentle” color mode, they appear a little too saturated for my taste in the “Vivid” mode. The white value is also great.
However, there are a few other smartphones with the maximum brightness, especially the Samsung Galaxy s21 ultra, OnePlus 8 Pro and even that P40 Pro+, even a little better, although of course you have to consider the significantly higher RRPs of the respective smartphones. For less than 650 euros, the maximum brightness is really good, because I didn’t have any even in direct sunlight Proproblems with readability. Last but not least, I would like to briefly report on the viewing angle stability, which I really liked. The colors only change color a little from extreme viewing angles from the side. White content in particular then appears slightly yellowish.
Software – ColorOS
The in-house user interface ColorOS in version 11, based on Android 11, is used as software. The in-house software has less to do with stock Android because it is quite colorful and sometimes confusing, especially the settings. Otherwise, I actually really like ColorOS, as there are many additional and personalization functions. For example, you can adapt the colors of the UI to your own taste or change the symbol style. There is also a good night mode and ingenious gesture control.
No Google Play Store pre-installed from the factory
Since this is a Chinese smartphone, no Google Play Store is pre-installed from the factory, although the online shop, for example TradingShenzhen this pre-installed. If you buy the Find X3 and can’t find a Google Play Store, you can easily install it:
Opens the in-house browser.
Search for “APK Pure”. APK Pure is an app store from which almost all apps can be downloaded.
After installing it, open the app and search for “Google Play Store”.
Click on “install”.
You should now be able to find the Google Play Store on the start screen or in the app drawer. Now you can open it, log in with your Google account and then delete the APK Pure Store, as we no longer need it.
Once you have successfully registered, you can start installing your apps.
No German as a system language
Unfortunately you can only choose between English, French and Chinese for the system languages. Unfortunately, the Find X3 cannot be used in German. If that bothers you, you should probably not use the OPPO Find X3.
Otherwise you don’t have to make any further compromises, not even with the reception, because luckily the Find X3 Band 20 is on board. I had very good reception in everyday life and I couldn’t see any differences to global smartphones.
Performance – the box runs despite the Snapdragon 870
Under the hood, the Snapdragon 870 from Qualcomm works with 8 GB of RAM and either 128 or 256 GB of internal storage that cannot be expanded.
The Snapdragon 870 is a slightly better Snapdragon 865+ from the previous year. So on paper it is a bit weaker than the Snapdragon 888, but in everyday life and probably also in the next few years you should probably not notice this minimal difference. The Snapdragon 870 is completely sufficient, especially for the offered price of less than 650 euros.
Apps start and close extremely quickly, stuttering and delays are virtually in vain here and the operating speed is at a very high level overall. In addition, there is the smooth refresh rate of 120 Hertz, which makes animations noticeably smoother. It’s just fun to use the Find X3 in everyday life. Even with more complex games, the smartphone never reaches its limits. With a little more intensive use it gets a little warmer, but that is completely normal. A Xiaomi Mi 11, for example, gets significantly warmer with more complex things, and now and then also in everyday use.
Only in terms of RAM management can the X3 not quite keep up with more expensive Android smartphones. Sometimes apps in the background are closed a little too early for my taste, but it doesn’t really bother me in everyday life.
Battery – full extremely quickly
OPPO has equipped the Find X3 with a 4.500 mAh battery that can be quickly charged with up to 65 watts using the included power supply. The battery is fully charged in just under 30 minutes, which is extremely impressive. Samsung and Apple can learn a slice of this from here. The Find X3 is also right at the top when it comes to wireless charging. It can be charged quickly with up to 30 watts.
The battery life then doesn’t stand out quite as positively as the extremely fast charging times. However, it is not bad either, as my measured screen-on-time values of 8 and sometimes even 9 hours show. If you use it more intensively, the screen-on-time drops to about 7 hours, which is still enough for me to get through a day without a charge. However, if that’s not enough for you, you can set the display resolution to FHD + and / or the refresh rate to 60 Hertz. That takes you about 1,5 hours more. Overall, I am satisfied with the battery life considering the capacity and the power-hungry display.
Camera – good with daylight, very good with lowlight
When it comes to cameras, the Chinese manufacturer goes with the Find X3 and X3 Pro a slightly different way than last year. They focus on the main and ultra-wide-angle cameras, neglecting the zoom camera, which doesn’t seem to matter that much to the majority. While the X2 Pro from the previous year still had a 5x optical telecamera on board, unfortunately objects can now only be optically enlarged 2x. The resolution is 13 megapixels. For the main and ultra-wide-angle cameras, OPPO uses the same 766-megapixel IMX 50 sensor. This setup is supplemented by a 3 megapixel microscope camera. The front camera has a resolution of 32 megapixels.
Starting with the main camera, which is convincing across the board in good lighting conditions. Both the dynamic range and the sharpness are very good. Occasional lens reflections do appear in direct backlight, but this is limited and is no better with other smartphones. The sharpness is very natural, so unlike some other manufacturers, there is no artificial sharpening at any time. Nevertheless, I find Huawei a little better in terms of sharpness and OnePlus can keep up very well. Unfortunately, the color reproduction is typically OPPO unnatural. The X3 tends to have very saturated colors despite disabled AI scene detection, which I don’t really like, but that’s a matter of taste. After all, you can edit the color rendering according to your own taste, so it’s not that bad. It would be much worse if the sharpness wasn’t good, because sharpness can hardly be improved with editing. The greatest strength, however, comes from Lowlight. The night mode exposes for a few seconds and creates extremely natural and sharp images. Here I even like it much better than the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and even the Huawei P40 Pro+ has to admit defeat to the Find X3 in poor light conditions.
The ultra-wide-angle camera is also absolutely amazing in low light, especially in terms of color reproduction and sharpness. Even last year’s Huawei P40 Pro+, which in my opinion had the best ultra wide-angle camera in low light, has to admit defeat to the X3. However, the tide turns in good light conditions. The sharpness is convincing here, too, but the P40 Pro+ I still think it’s a bit better here, whereas the dynamic range is almost unrivaled.
I would also like to positively highlight the good color balance between the main and ultra-wide-angle camera. It’s not perfect, but no other manufacturer is currently doing it as well as OPPO with the Find X3.
The 2x zoom shots are okay for the price, but I would have liked at least a 3x optical zoom. Up to 5x magnification, the photos are still reasonably usable, but even then the expandable sharpness and the color reproduction that is too pale are noticed negatively. However, the current iPhones and the Find X3 Pro not really be any better.
With the microscope camera, you can take totally impressive pictures. It is extremely difficult to get the focus and the images could of course be a little sharper, but it is still impressive and I hope that we will see this more often in the future.
The front camera is completely sufficient for one or the other selfie, but nothing more. Despite the high resolution of 32 megapixels, there is a lack of sharpness and faces are reproduced too softly despite deactivated filters.
Others – speakers, vibration motor and more
The stereo speakers ensure a very loud and clear sound. A OnePlus 9 Pro or Mi 11 are a bit better here, but overall I was very satisfied here.
The built-in vibration motor is neither the best nor the worst in the price range from 600 to 700 euros. It gives a very high quality feeling in the hand and sounds anything but disturbing. A OnePlus 8T, for example, is a little better here, but where a Vivo X60 Pro is significantly worse. Overall, I was quite satisfied here.
The smartphone can be unlocked via the fingerprint sensor integrated into the display, which is positioned a bit too far down for my taste, but I got used to it after just a few days. It reacts extremely quickly and unlocks the device very reliably. Along with that of the OnePlus 9 Pro For me, it is currently one of the best optical in-display fingerprint sensors.
Finally, let’s look at another difference compared to the X3 Pro, namely the water resistance. during that Promodel is IP68 protected against the ingress of water and dust, the regular X3 lacks such official certification, although it is said to be just as waterproof. OPPO probably only saved the money for the certification.
Summary
The OPPO Find X3 is basically a slightly weaker Find X3 Pro, which has no major weaknesses for less than 650 euros. Especially the main and ultra wide-angle camera at low light, the unique microscope camera, the beautiful and high-quality design, the grandiose performance and the extremely fast charging are extremely positive. It convinced me across the board and I think it’s a shame that it’s not available in Europe, because it would probably have been enough for most people.
If the points just mentioned are important to you, you don’t necessarily want to spend 1.000 euros on a high-end flagship smartphone and gets by with a Chinese smartphone (no German as the system language and no Google Play Store ex works), is very happy to use the OPPO Find X3. The current surcharge of at least 80 euros to the Chinese X3 Pro and OnePlus 9 Pro wouldn’t be worth it to me.
However, if you don’t want to import a smartphone from China and/or need German as the system language, you shouldn’t use the Find X3 and rather get a global OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 9, Xiaomi Mi 11 or Samsung Galaxy S21 for a similar price take a closer look.
OnePlus continues to find its place in the smartphone industry with the OnePlus 9 duo. The 9 and 9 Pro establishes OnePlus with a new partnership in the camera space – every major Chinese OEM has one, after all. With the new smartphones bearing the “Hasselblad” name, does the OnePlus flagship finally have a camera experience free of compromises? OnePlus uses the tagline “Your best shot” so we are setting our expectations high for the cameras’ performance.
OnePlus has entered into a three-year cooperation agreement with Hasselblad and the first phones to benefit from that are the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro. For these phones, Hasselblad and OnePlus collaborated on calibrating the contrast and color processing with a view of tuning them to Hasselblad’s distinct style.
OnePlus 9 • OnePlus 9 Pro
In this review, we’ll focus on the larger of the two phones. The OnePlus 9 Pro‘s overall look does not deviate far from its predecessors, but it does dial back on a couple of design elements that help to improve the phone’s ergonomics. The centered linear arrangement of cameras is no more, and the 9 Pro now has a more conventional camera placement in a rectangular setup.
OnePlus 9 Pro next to OnePlus 9
The display on the 9 Pro uses a new display technology that OnePlus promises should reduce the power consumption of the panel by up to 50 percent. The savings is credited to a new LTPO backplane in the AMOLED panel. This enables the new ‘Smart 120Hz’ feature that variably adjusts the refresh rate all the way down to 1Hz if it needs to.
Debuting with the OnePlus 8T last year, the 9 Pro now sports the same dual-cell battery system compatible with an included 65W charger, capable of fully replenishing the 9 Pro’s battery in just about a half-hour but with improved charging software and lower internal battery resistance, they’ve been able to provide even faster initial charging from flat. OnePlus is also debuting a faster Warp Wireless charger with the 9 Pro that outputs 50W and we’ll be giving that a test as well.
Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
Apart from the screen size and resolution, the main difference between the 9 and 9 Pro‘s camera systems is the addition of a dedicated telephoto camera on the OnePlus 9 Pro. The main camera gets an updated IMX789 Sony sensor which still supports omnidirectional Phade Detection auto focus and dual native ISO, and the ultra-wide now gets a 50MP sensor and a new type of lens to reduce lens distortion.
Video recording has been beefed up to support 8K video at 30 frames, and 4K video at 120 fps. There’s also a new Nightscape Video 2.0 which promises better low-light video so we’re looking at all-around improvements to the camera system on the 9 Pro.
We’re excited to see how much the image quality has improved on the camera trio (main, tele, wide) of the 9 Pro with this new Hasselblad partnership. We’ll also be looking to see how much battery life will improve despite having the same 4,500 mAh capacity as its predecessor. The lower-power display and Snapdragon 888 with integrated Qualcomm X60 modem should help in this regard.
Tag along as we look over the ins and outs of OnePlus‘ new flagship device. If you’re looking to upgrade from an older OnePlus device, we’ll give you the scoop on whether the 9 Pro is improved in all the right places or if it’s more like a scoop of ice cream you’ve already tasted before.
Unboxing
The media package that we received from OnePlus included both the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro, along with one protective case for each, and the Warp Charge 50 Wireless Charger. This time around, some may be happy to learn that the new Wireless charging dock does come with a removable connector and supports any 50W USB-C PD charger.
The OnePlus packaging has become a standard fare and the 9 Pro is no exception. Inside the now familiar red box is the phone at the top layer, followed by some paperwork, a silicone case in some markets, the 65W Warp Charge power adapter, and the usual red Type-C to Type-C USB 2.0 cable.
The silicone case this year has been switched to an opaque design. It’s not clear yet why OnePlus chooses to omit this accessory in some markets and decides to leave it in elsewhere. There will be aftermarket cases, obviously, along with some first-party options from OnePlus.
Two things that we can always count on OnePlus smartphones to come with are a set of OnePlus stickers, and a letter from the company’s founder Pete Lau that encourages customers to participate in the OnePlus community forums. A SIM tool is attached to this letter.
As usual, there are no audio accessories inside the package. Not even an audio adapter.
The competition
With prices going up and the OnePlus 9 Pro starting at a lofty $969, there’s no shortage of quality alternatives on the market.
We will start off with the toughest competitor of all, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. While the phone is technically priced at $1199, as per Samsung tradition it can frequently be available below that. At the time of writing, the price was down to just $900 with a special coupon, which is handily undercutting the OnePlus 9 Pro launch price.
The Galaxy S21 Ultra is one of the most accomplished smartphones we have tested. Whether it’s build quality, display performance, camera performance, or battery life, the S21 Ultra has you covered on all fronts. The camera performance, in particular, is most impressive and we think that the S21 Ultra has one of the most versatile camera systems on the market.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
Another great option is the recently launched Xiaomi Mi 11, which is Xiaomi’s implementation of the ‘everything but the kitchen sink’ smartphone. While not available in all regions, the Mi 11 does undercut the OnePlus 9 Pro in pricing in regions where it is available. That’s not to say it’s compromised in any way, as the Mi 11 is packed to the gills with all the bells and whistles. Sure, MIUI may still be an acquired taste but in every other aspect it is a very strong contender in this segment.
Xiaomi Mi 11
Next is the Find X3 Pro from OnePlus‘ sister company, Oppo. The Find X3 Pro combines a stunning industrial design, top-notch feature set, and an excellent set of cameras, great display quality, and the same sort of blazing fast charging speeds that OnePlus is known for (it’s essentially the same tech). At $1099, the Oppo Find X3 Pro comes at a premium but one that may be worth paying, especially if you’re already considering spending over $900 on a phone.
Oppo Find X3 Pro
If you’re more into gaming, you might want to consider the ASUS ROG Phone 5. While marketed as primarily a gaming phone, the ROG Phone 5 is an extremely accomplished phone even outside of gaming, with great build quality, a quality display, terrific loudspeakers, great battery life with fast charging, and relatively clean build of Android. And while the camera quality may not be quite on par with some of the other flagships, it’s still very impressive and has come a long way from the original model. On top of all that, it’s also the cheapest phone in this bunch.
Asus ROG Phone 5
Lastly, there’s the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max. There was a time when it wouldn’t have made any sense to compare a OnePlus phone with an iPhone due to the large gulf in price tags, but those days are long gone now. As for the phone itself, it combines exceptional industrial design, class-leading display color performance with Dolby Vision support, an excellent set of cameras all-round, best in class performance, great battery life, easy to use software with unparalleled software and game library, legendary customer support and a high resale value to boot.
Few devices can match the complete package that the iPhone is and the 12 Pro Max is the best of its kind. Sure, the 60Hz display isn’t quite modern and the lack of fast charging in the box (or any kind of charging) is disappointing after paying so much but these may be things worth sacrificing if you want one of the most well-rounded smartphones on the market and aren’t tied to the Android platform.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Verdict
The OnePlus 9 Pro is pretty much what we have now come to expect from OnePlus, a likable, dependable smartphone with almost all the bells and whistles one could ask for but not one that’s particularly exciting or game changing. It’s as if the company is content with making smaller changes rather than doing something disruptive or potentially controversial.
You can see this in the year over year growth of the Pro line. Whether you look back one year to the OnePlus 8 Pro or even two years to the OnePlus 7 Pro, you aren’t going to be seeing a remarkable difference. And that’s the crux of the matter here as there is a palpable sense of staleness in the air surrounding the brand that we can’t quite shake off.
But this staleness, this sense of contentment with slow progress, is at odds with the steady increase in the price year over year. OnePlus fans and critics over the years have lamented the company’s slow but sure move upward on the pricing ladder, turning from the hero who rallied against the oligarchs to living long enough to becoming the villain.
But with a $969 starting price, the company is now truly into the upper echelon of the smartphone market. We are talking about a market of discerning buyers where there is no room for missteps, misgivings, and certainly no room for slacking or slowing down. Even brands like Samsung have to sweat it out every year to keep customer attention in check and companies like Google who couldn’t keep up with the pressure had to fall back and reevaluate.
Is the OnePlus 9 Pro good enough to compete in this segment? Not quite. Sometimes, it’s not enough to just dress for the job you want. You also have to be good at it.
Pros
Great display performance
Relatively clean software and great UI performance
Powerful loudspeakers
Good performance from the main wide and ultra-wide cameras
Excellent 4K 120fps mode
Fast charging
Cons
Rear camera performance still behind the competition
Outdated front camera
No pro video features or true HDR recording
Hasselblad partnership mostly a marketing gimmick
Telephoto camera lacks Nightscape and 4K video support
Worse battery life performance than previous models
As tech companies continue to release new phones on an almost annual basis, it can be daunting to choose which is the right one for you. This is especially true for entry-level smart smartphones that midrange price.
One of the newest contenders in that segment is the OPPO A57. Launched last 2022, the A57 comes with a 6.56-inch HD+ display, 64GB storage, 4GB of RAM. But is it a worthy contender against all other smartphones within the same price point? Well, I suggest you keep reading to find out.
Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
Conclusion
If you’re in the market for a new smartphone for under PHP 10,000 then the OPPO A57 is a great choice. It looks and feels premium compared to other models within the same price range. At the same time, it has a big battery. While the camera could be better at night or in dark places, it is great in well-lit environments. The only downside would be playing games. Graphic intensive titles have a hard time with the phone, and there is noticeable lag too.
All in all, I think the Oppo A57 is a great phone if you’re looking to get a new unit. If you do need more space, OPPO says storage is expandable up to 1TB.
