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Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.55 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP

Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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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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â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 51% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 58%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
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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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â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

25%

6.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 54%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 73%
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Available versions:
12GB + 256GB
Other versions:
8GB + 256GB
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
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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 54% of models
Score components:

25%

6.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

6.5
User score
User score
8.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
6.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.4 points, which is higher than 57.9% of smartphones.
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.5
Brand name
Oppo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor which is faster than processors in 70.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.84 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.84 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 68.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% 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
50 MP & 13 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 62.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 70.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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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
yes
This smartphone supports 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
6.55 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.55 inches which is smaller than the screens of 76.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.7% 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
410 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 410 ppi which is higher than that of 69.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% 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
65 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 65 W which is faster than in 65.2% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 2.6% 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
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include 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
72.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 72.5 mm which is narrower than 91.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
184 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 184 g which is lighter than 80.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
91,584 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 91,584 cm³ which is smaller than 66.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 97% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (65 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    65 W vs 33 W
  • 3.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Oppo Find X3 Neo
    the average smartphone
    Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.25 vs 8).
    8.25 vs 8
  • 30% cheaper
    Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£200 vs £260).
    £200 vs £260
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 18.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.84 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 28.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,214 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,214 vs 942
  • 61.8% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,041 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,041 vs 3,115
  • 60.1% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (41 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    40.98 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 31.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,331 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,331 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 7.1% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (11,551 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    11,551 vs 10,783
  • 32.4% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (5,065 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    5,065 vs 3,825
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 13 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.1 vs 2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 1 more external displays supported
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 3.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (410 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    410 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 100 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,100 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,100 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 97% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (65 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    65 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 3.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (72.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    72.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 6.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (184 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    184 g vs 196.2 g
  • 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
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 38.2% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (587 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    587 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • 38.2% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (587 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    587 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 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.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • 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
  • 4.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (115 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    115 vs 120
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 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
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 74.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (819 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    819 nits vs 893.5 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 LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 11.3% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (7.1 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    7.1 vs 8
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2021
    2021 vs 2024

Video reviews

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

9.0
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
22/12/2025
Hands-on review · camera samples, screen and battery
Verdict
Oppo Find X3 Neo offers great value with a fine screen and camera, though it has no headphone jack or memory slot.
7.0
Ryan-Thomas
≈ estimated
01/07/2021
Hands-on review · cameras, battery and software tests
Verdict
Oppo Find X3 Neo is a decent phone overall, but the OnePlus 9 is the better buy at a similar price.
9.0
Conor
≈ estimated
04/06/2021
Hands-on review · battery, gaming and camera tests
Verdict
Oppo Find X3 Neo is a strong all-round phone; its main reasons to buy are the camera, software, battery and performance.
9.0
Shaan Haider
≈ estimated
06/04/2021
Hands-on review · gaming performance, frame rates and battery
Verdict
Oppo Find X3 Neo runs games smoothly at high settings and uses the battery well, though the phone warms up noticeably in long sessions.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
27/03/2021
Full review · Mid-range model
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a stylish phone with a superb screen and great camera, but its older processor and missing wireless charging make it a touch pricey.
pocket-lint.com
28/04/2021
Full review · Slim mid-ranger
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a slim, fast phone with great battery life and a strong main camera, but it has no wireless charging and some software quirks.
reviews.org
08/05/2021
Hands-on review · Camera and display
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo has great cameras, a sharp screen and fast performance, but the lack of waterproofing and wireless charging makes it hard to recommend over rivals.
eftm.com
22/06/2021
Two-week review · Everyday use
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a slim, fast phone with a 65W charger, a good pick if you can live without wireless charging or water resistance.
t3.com
06/07/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-range camera
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a near-flagship camera and display phone at a much lower price, but it misses wireless charging and water resistance.
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dxomark.com
12/07/2021
Summary of the review
Oppo Find X3 Neo Camera review: Good in zoom for its segment
techstomper.com
24/10/2021
Hands-on review · Design and camera
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a sleek, premium-feeling phone with a strong display and fast performance, but the battery struggles on heavy days.
trustedreviews.com
30/03/2021
Hands-on review · Camera and design
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a worthy OnePlus 9 alternative for anyone who values zoom, camera versatility and a glass-and-metal build over raw hardware.
dxomark.com
03/09/2021
Lab test · Display
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo has a smooth, faithful screen for indoor use, but it lacks outdoor brightness and handles HDR video poorly.
whatgadget.net
24/05/2021
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a stylish, fast phone with a bright screen and good portraits, though it drops the headphone jack and has a noticeable camera bump.
andreagaleazzi.com
22/03/2021
Hands-on review · Everyday phone
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a balanced phone with a bright screen, strong battery and good photos, held back by Bluetooth pairing issues.
ilfattoquotidiano.it
23/03/2021
Full review · Design and hardware
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a light, fast phone with a strong 50MP camera, ideal for photos if you don't need big zoom or an ultra-wide lens.
androidiani.com
19/05/2021
Full review · Performance and camera
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a fast phone with sharp photos and quick charging, but its slippery back and lack of water resistance are drawbacks.
smartworld.it
25/03/2021
Full review · Photos and video
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a strong flagship with some of the best low-light photos at its price, but it has no headphone jack and no water resistance.
tomshw.it
22/03/2021
Full review · Screen and software
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo offers a top-quality OLED screen and very fast charging, and it trails the Pro mainly in refresh rate, capped at 90Hz.
techzilla.it
17/05/2021
Full review · Performance and battery
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is smooth and quick to charge, but with normal daily use its battery struggles to get past four hours of screen time.
techprincess.it
01/06/2021
Full review · Design and camera
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a sleek, color-changing phone whose main camera and battery life stand out, while its other lenses are only average.
ilfattoquotidiano.it
29/09/2021
One-month test · Camera and charging
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a versatile phone with a convincing camera and fast 65W charging, a good option in its price bracket, though HDR sometimes overexposes.
tuttoandroid.net
01/04/2021
Full review · Design and performance
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo has a distinctive squared design and a fast chip, but its slippery glass back and loud vibration are drawbacks.
oppohub.it
16/04/2021
Hands-on review · Camera and battery
Verdict
The Oppo Find X3 Neo is a top camera phone for buyers who don't need the newest chip, though it lacks wireless charging and water resistance.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB)

  • Slim, premium-feeling design and build quality
  • Extremely fast 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 wired charging (full charge in ~35-40 minutes)
  • Speedy performance from the Snapdragon 865 processor and 12GB RAM, sufficient for demanding tasks and games
  • High-quality main 50MP camera (Sony IMX766 sensor) that takes sharp, detailed photos, especially in good light and at night
  • Vibrant, bright 90Hz AMOLED display with good color reproduction and HDR10+ support
  • Solid battery life, generally lasting a full day or more with moderate use
  • Generous 256GB of internal storage
  • Good quality stereo speakers that get loud without much distortion
  • Customizable and feature-rich ColorOS software (based on Android), which has improved over time

What customers don't like about Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB)

  • Lack of wireless charging, which is a common feature on similarly priced competitor phones
  • No IP rating for significant water/dust resistance (only splash-proof with IPX4 certification)
  • Uses a last-generation (2020) flagship processor at launch price, which some felt was a drawback compared to newer rivals
  • The 2MP macro camera is considered a gimmick and largely useless by reviewers
  • Inconsistency in color balancing and quality between the different camera lenses (main vs. ultra-wide/telephoto)
  • No expandable storage (microSD card slot missing)
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack
  • ColorOS, while functional, can have some software quirks, a sometimes confusing settings menu, and minor notification issues

Verdict

The Oppo Find X3 Neo (12GB + 256GB) is a premium-feeling "entry-level flagship" smartphone featuring the powerful, previous-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G processor, a 6.55-inch 90Hz Full HD+ AMOLED curved display, and a versatile 50MP quad-camera system with OIS and 2x optical zoom. Its main pros include the excellent, fast performance and ample memory/storage, the superb 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 fast wired charging (zero to 100% in about 35 minutes), a high-quality build and design, and solid low-light camera performance. Cons include the lack of wireless charging, no official IP water resistance rating, the absence of a microSD card slot for storage expansion, and a pre-installed screen protector that can feel a bit annoying at the edges.

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