Buzz
The mid-range smartphone market is buzzing with a continuous stream of new models hitting the shelves. Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G is one such creation from the renowned Chinese tech giant in this competitive arena. Priced at just over 10 million VND, it stands against tough competitors like Galaxy S20 FE, Mi 10T Pro, and more. So, is the Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G a good pick, especially for gamers?
Design of Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G
Aside from its captivating and distinctive design with a stunning color palette, Oppo has meticulously perfected the product. The Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G is relatively large in size, yet its weight is reasonable at 173g. It boasts a slim profile with a thickness of only 7.6mm, and the curved screen design adds to the overall sleek appearance. This makes the device comfortable to hold, ensuring it remains sturdy during extended use. The back of the phone also resists fingerprint smudges, maintaining its aesthetic appeal.
Compared to its competitors like Mi 10T Pro, Galaxy S20 FE, and OnePlus 8T – which are on the heavier side – Oppo Reno5 takes the advantage.
However, a drawback of the slim and lightweight design is that the Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack and does not feature dual stereo speakers. The single speaker is quite loud, but there is a noticeable lack of bass due to the slim design of the smartphone.
Display and Audio of Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G
The Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G boasts an ideal display, especially for gaming experiences.
The device's screen is large and sharp, equipped with a Super AMOLED panel, a 6.55-inch size, and a high screen refresh rate of 90Hz for smooth visuals, supporting HDR10+. Notably, the screen's minimum brightness is 500 nits (typical), and it can peak at 1100 nits, allowing outdoor usage without compromising the experience. The Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
Performance of Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G
The Oppo Reno 5 Pro is a smartphone equipped with the recently announced MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ chipset. It integrates 5G connectivity and is considered an alternative to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865. During daily tasks, the device operates swiftly with no lag.
However, let's explore how gaming performs on this device. When loading the game Call of Duty: Mobile, the Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G smoothly runs at the 'High' graphics setting and 'High' fps by default. The device warms up slightly but doesn't affect the gaming experience. However, you'll notice how quickly the phone heats up when raising the settings to 'Very High' (graphics and frame rate). After just one 'Frontline' match, the phone temperature soared to 40 degrees. In the second attempt, I took the risk and continued playing a few more matches, experiencing reduced frame rates and slower speeds. This phenomenon repeated with another popular game, Asphalt 9: Legends.
Operating System of Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G
The device runs on the ColorOS 11.1 interface based on Android 11. This interface is Oppo's latest offering with intelligent options for users. Particularly, you can customize touch sensitivity when gaming through the Game Space floating window, enhancing overall responsiveness when playing fast-paced FPS games.
Battery Capacity
The product features a fairly large 4350mAh battery for relatively long usage time. Especially in terms of charging, it comes equipped with 65W fast charging, allowing the device to fully charge in about 35 minutes. This is highly beneficial for gamers.
In conclusion, the Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G may not be an ideal smartphone for heavy gaming. However, for enthusiasts desiring a slim and lightweight device that can still run games at average or low default settings without encountering any glitches, it is a candidate worth considering.
