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Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.43 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

90%

5.8

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 84% of smartphones
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 79%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £310
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

5.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

6.7
Brand name
Oppo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor model which is slower than processors in 69.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 76.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 82.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.43 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.43 inches which is smaller than the screens of 85% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
409 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 409 ppi which is higher than that of 66.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
159.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.9 mm which is shorter than 80.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Width
73.2 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.2 mm which is narrower than 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.5 mm which is thinner than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Weight
173 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 173 g which is lighter than 91.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,249 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,249 cm³ which is smaller than 92.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
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Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 11.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (173 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    173 g vs 196.2 g
  • 3.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (409 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    409 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 2.8 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (409 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    409 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 11.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (173 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    173 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.8 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 3.7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 16.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81,249 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    81,249 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • 8.8% worse value for money
    Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.74 vs 7.3).
    6.74 vs 7.34
  • 5.44x less popular
    Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 20% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,629 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,629 vs 10,783
  • 61.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,213 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,213 vs 3,115
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 19.3% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2044 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    2,044 vs 2,533
  • 5.1% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (894 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    894 vs 942
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.2 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.2 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.24 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.43 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 280.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (613 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    613 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 400 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    600 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 25% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (180 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 9.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2022
    2022 vs 2024

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
91mobiles
≈ estimated
15/09/2022
Long-term camera review · day, night, selfie and video tests
Verdict
Oppo F21 Pro 5G is not suited to low-light photography, but it is a strong choice for buyers who prioritise selfies.
6.0
SRJ TECH WORLD
≈ estimated
22/05/2022
Unboxing and review · camera and fingerprint checks
Verdict
Oppo F21 Pro 5G impresses with its fingerprint sensor and daytime camera, but the reviewer does not find it very worth the money.
9.0
PhoneYear
≈ estimated
21/04/2022
Camera and battery test · macro, night and full drain test
Verdict
Oppo F21 Pro 5G has a strong battery and macro camera, though video quality and night footage are average.
8.0
Tech Saz
≈ estimated
23/04/2022
Camera test · daylight, portrait, macro and video shots
Verdict
Oppo F21 Pro 5G is recommended for photo-focused buyers, though it lacks an ultra-wide lens and 4K video.
9.0
Mr. Phone
≈ estimated
21/04/2022
Series review · two models compared · daily use and gaming tests
Verdict
Oppo F21 Pro 5G is a strong mid-range phone; pick the 5G model if you need 5G connectivity.
5.0
C4ETech English
≈ estimated
19/04/2022
Unboxing and hands-on · build, display and internals
Verdict
Oppo F21 Pro 5G has good looks and feel, but the reviewer thinks too many corners were cut.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

tech.hindustantimes.com
19/04/2022
Hands-on review · Camera and design
Verdict
The Oppo F21 Pro 5G is a camera-focused phone with a distinctive design and decent battery life, but its 60Hz screen and weak night photos hold it back.
mymobileindia.com
20/04/2022
Hands-on review · Style and camera
Verdict
The Oppo F21 Pro 5G is a stylish phone with a strong selfie camera, but its 60Hz screen and older Android version hold it back.
gizbot.com
19/04/2022
Hands-on review · Design and display
Verdict
The Oppo F21 Pro 5G looks trendy and suits video watching, but the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G and Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G beat it in most areas.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Stylish and slim design, with unique finishes (like the Rainbow Spectrum or Cosmic Black) that stand out
  • Vibrant and bright 6.43-inch AMOLED display, offering rich colors and good visibility in sunlight
  • Decent battery life (4500mAh) that generally lasts a full day with normal usage
  • Fast 33W SuperVOOC charging, which can charge the phone to full in about 75 minutes
  • Good performance for everyday tasks and general use, with smooth operation and minimal overheating
  • Daylight camera performance is strong, producing detailed, clear, and color-accurate photos, especially portraits and selfies
  • Useful features in the ColorOS software, such as Air gestures and various customization options, though some are gimmicky
  • The phone feels great in hand due to its lightweight and comfortable build
  • Includes a 3.5mm audio jack and expandable storage via microSD card

What customers don't like about Oppo F21 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • The display is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, which is considered a low point compared to competitors in the same price range offering 90Hz or higher
  • Night/low-light camera performance is poor, with noise and a lack of detail in photos and videos
  • Absence of an ultra-wide-angle camera, which is a major omission for many users
  • Video recording is capped at 1080p resolution with no 4K support or optical image stabilization (OIS)
  • Only has a single, bottom-firing speaker, which can sound distorted at maximum volume, lacking stereo sound
  • Comes with a notable amount of pre-installed bloatware apps
  • Outdated Android version at launch (Android 11 for the 5G version, while the 4G variant had Android 12)
  • Performance can suffer from occasional latency during heavy multitasking or gaming
  • Some users reported issues with software updates causing data loss or black screens

Verdict

The Oppo F21 Pro 5G is a sleek, mid-range smartphone with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage, powered by the 6nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor. It features a 6.43-inch Full HD+ (1080x2400 pixels) AMOLED display and a versatile 64MP triple-rear camera system, accompanied by a 16MP front camera. Key pros include its slim and elegant IPX4 water-resistant design, solid all-day 4500mAh battery life with 33W SuperVOOC fast charging, and good daylight camera performance. Primary cons are the standard 60Hz display refresh rate (which is lower than many competitors), the absence of an ultrawide camera lens, and the limitation to 1080p video recording, as it lacks 4K capability.

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