OPPO’s Reno series aims to offer users a premium experience at an affordable price point. The OPPO Reno series also offers a degree of customization with six different co-branding options and four back cover materials, which give users the opportunity to make their phone stand out from the rest of the pack. Launched in this year, the OPPO Reno8 Pro is a slightly improved version of its predecessor. It features a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen, an Mediatek Dimensity 8100 Max Processor, 12 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, and a software-based AI beauty feature called Selfie Expert. And as you might have guessed from the name, it’s equipped with 5G connectivity in addition to 4G LTE. But how does it compare against other flagship devices? Let’s find out!

Review: OPPO Reno8 Pro 5G

OPPO has made some great strides in the build quality of its smartphones in recent years. However, the Reno 8 Pro 5G is not quite at the same level as the Find X or the Zenfone 6. The build quality is still good, but it doesn’t quite match up to the competition. The back has a glossy finish and is made out of polycarbonate (plastic), while the frame is made out of metal. The device is also water-resistant (IP68) and comes with a 3.5 mm headphone jack. The display of the OPPO Reno 8 Pro 5G is a large 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen. The screen is decent and provides good color reproduction and viewing angles. The sunlight legibility is decent too, but the brightness could’ve been a bit higher.

Camera

The Reno 8 Pro 5G comes with a 50 MP primary camera at the back and a 32 MP selfie camera. The primary camera is capable of taking some really good shots and is backed by a ton of AI features. The portrait mode shots also look good with a decent edge detection and edge blurring effect. The zoom performance of the camera is also decent. The low-light imaging capabilities are also pretty good, but the noise reduction is a bit aggressive and overshoots in the clarity department by a small margin. The secondary rear camera is a 8 MP depth sensor, which is useful in shooting portrait shots and making the subject stand out with a blur effect in the background.

Performance

The Reno 8 Pro 5G comes with Mediatek Dimensity 8100 Max Processor coupled with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage. The overall performance is pretty good. The device handles gaming, web surfing, and daily usage with ease. However, there are reports of the device heating up while charging, which might be a cause for concern. The device also comes with a ton of software features, including the Google Assistant button, which can help you navigate the device with ease. The device also comes with face unlock and OPPO’s VOOC charging technology for fast charging.

Conclusion

The OPPO Reno 8 Pro 5G is a great device overall, and it is at a very competitive price point. The device comes with a large screen, good cameras, and a capable SoC. There are a couple of downsides to the device such as the build quality, aggressive noise reduction in the camera, and the heating while charging. However, the device is still a good purchase if you’re looking for a premium smartphone at an affordable price. If you’re looking for a smartphone with 5G connectivity, then the Reno 8 Pro 5G is a good option. And if you’re a fan of OPPO, then this one might be the one for you


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