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OPPO Reno15 F 5G review: 196 specs compared

Avg. price:~£300RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.57 inchesMain camera megapixels:?

OPPO Reno15 F 5G Review: Compare 196 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

OPPO Reno15 F 5G
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.5

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

7.5

Reviews score

10%

6.3

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 56% of smartphones
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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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Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–²Better than 59%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

7.2

Performance

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.7

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

8.2

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

â–²Better than 72%
7.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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7.5

Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

7.3

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
7 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 56%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet

What reviewers say about the OPPO Reno15 F 5G

Based on 7 · 3

Reviewers like the long battery life, fast charging and design, but find performance, gaming and software underwhelming.
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OPPO Reno15 F 5G

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

7.2

Performance

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.7

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

8.2

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

7.5
Reviews score
7.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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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Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.8
Processor model
?
Storage type
UFS 2.2
OPPO Reno15 F 5G uses UFS 2.2 storage, which is slower than the storage in 54.9% of smartphones and the same as in 23.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.5% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.1% of smartphones.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This smartphone runs Android, which is more mainstream than the system in 4.8% of smartphones and the same as in 95.2% of smartphones.
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not support direct OS updates. 20.1% of smartphones offer this.
Promised software updates
?
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone runs an open-source operating system. 5.2% of smartphones offer this.
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What reviewers say
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
?
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.7% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.2% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
eSIM support
?
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.6% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
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Screen size
6.57 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.57 inches which is smaller than the screens of 71% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.3% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
?
Pixel density
397 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 397 ppi which is higher than that of 53.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.4% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.6% of smartphones.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
?
Charging speed
?
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.2% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.1% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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What reviewers say
Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.3% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not have a headphone jack. 45.1% of smartphones offer this.
Number of microphones
2
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.3% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.9% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not have an FM radio. 34.3% of smartphones offer this.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless Bluetooth audio. 12.5% of smartphones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Height
158.2 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.2 mm which is shorter than 85.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Width
74.9 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.9 mm which is narrower than 71.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
?
Device volume
?
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What reviewers say

OPPO Reno15 F 5G vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.4% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.1% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 49.5% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 5.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.1 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (397 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    397 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    7.5

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    7.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    7 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.5 vs 7.3
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.4% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.1% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 0.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (397 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    397 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 49.5% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 5.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.1 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Slower storage type
    OPPO Reno15 F 5G has slower storage than the average smartphone (UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1).
    UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 58.3% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 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
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 52.5% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • 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
  • 19.2% lower sentiment score
    6.3 vs 7.8
  • 0.1 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.
    6.57 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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
  • 19.2% lower sentiment score
    6.3 vs 7.8
  • Slower storage type
    OPPO Reno15 F 5G has slower storage than the average smartphone (UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1).
    UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1
  • 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
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 58.3% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 52.5% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • 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
  • 0.1 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.
    6.57 inches vs 6.67 inches

Video reviews

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

8.0
YugaTech
≈ estimated
12/02/2026
Hands-on review · a week of daily use and gaming tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno15 F 5G is a solid mid-range pick for owners of older Reno F models, but a weak upgrade for Reno 14 F owners.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
yugatech.com
≈ estimated
13/02/2026
Hands-on review · Battery and cameras
Verdict
The OPPO Reno15 F 5G is a solid daily phone with a battery that lasts up to two days, but its chip is unchanged from the Reno14 F.
9.0
cravingtech.com
≈ estimated
27/05/2026
Hands-on review · Midrange daily use
Verdict
The OPPO Reno15 F 5G is a capable daily driver whose battery lasts more than a full day, though it struggles with demanding AAA games.
8.4
gadgetpilipinas.net
✓ explicit
16/02/2026
Two-week test · Battery and display
Verdict
The OPPO Reno15 F 5G is the series battery leader, suited to long workdays, though its chip is the same as its predecessor's.
7.0
balastech.com
≈ estimated
04/05/2026
Long-term review · Daily use
Verdict
The OPPO Reno15 F 5G is a good daily phone that lasts a full day, but its chip feels underwhelming and its 1,400-nit screen struggles in bright sunlight.
7.7
fabionieddu.com
✓ explicit
29/01/2026
Hands-on test · Battery and display
Verdict
The OPPO Reno15 F 5G is a balanced phone with a bright display and long battery life, though its ultra-wide lens is only adequate.
9.0
techprincess.it
≈ estimated
20/02/2026
Hands-on review · Battery and AI
Verdict
The OPPO Reno15 F 5G is not the most powerful phone, but its battery lasts almost two days and its photos suit social media well for the price.
8.0
focustech.it
≈ estimated
23/02/2026
Technical review · Battery and durability
Verdict
The OPPO Reno15 F 5G is a sturdy, long-lasting midrange phone with IP69 protection and a 6,500mAh battery, suited to buyers who value endurance over raw speed.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about OPPO Reno15 F 5G

  • A 158.2 mm height keeps the 6.57-inch phone easy to handle.
  • The 120 Hz OLED screen makes scrolling smooth.
  • Optical image stabilization keeps handheld shots steadier.
  • The ultrawide rear camera fits wider scenes into one frame.
  • 5G connectivity is built in.
  • 256 GB of storage leaves room for many apps and videos.

What customers don't like about OPPO Reno15 F 5G

  • No wireless charging, so a cable is needed every time.
  • No optical zoom, so distant subjects only get digital cropping.
  • It does not get direct OS updates.
  • The memory is DDR4, an older standard.

Verdict

For someone who wants a phone that is easy to hold, the OPPO Reno15 F 5G is worth a close look. Its 158.2 mm height is short for a 6.57-inch screen, so it sits neatly in the hand. The 120 Hz OLED screen shows smooth scrolling, and its 397 ppi sharpness suits reading and video. Optical image stabilization keeps handheld shots steadier, and the ultrawide lens adds a wider view for groups and landscapes. With 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, daily apps, photos and videos have plenty of room. The trade-off is that there is no wireless charging and no optical zoom. It suits a buyer who wants a compact phone for everyday use and does not need zoom or wireless charging.

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