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Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.43 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

Oppo Reno7 Z 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.

Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB)
5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 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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Score components

90%

5.7

Technical score

10%

3.3

User score

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6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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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Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

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5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 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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Score components

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

5.7

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 82%
3.3

User score

User score
3.3/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

4.0

User ratings

30%

1.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 99%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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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Score components:

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

5.7

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

5.7
User score
User score
3.3/ 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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Score components

70%

4.0

User ratings

30%

1.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
3.3
Popularity
Popularity
1.7/ 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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Popularity:
Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1.7 points, which is lower than 63.4% of smartphones.
1.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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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Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.7

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
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
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
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 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
64 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
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
31.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
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
6.43 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
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
60 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 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
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
?
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
159.8 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.8 mm which is shorter than 81.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
73 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73 mm which is narrower than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.5 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
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
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 Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has a front LED flash
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • 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
  • 33.5% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1049 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,049 min vs 786 min
  • 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.
  • 3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73 mm vs 76 mm
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • Has a front LED flash
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • 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
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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
  • 33.5% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1049 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,049 min vs 786 min
  • 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
  • 3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73 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
  • 3.8 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 16.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81249 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 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
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 2.41x lower user score
    User score
    3.3/ 10
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    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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    Oppo Reno7 Z 5G
    the average smartphone
    Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (3.32 vs 8.000).
    3.32 vs 8
  • 8.8% worse value for money
    Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.74 vs 7.3).
    6.74 vs 7.34
  • 3.12x less popular
    Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1.74 vs 5.4).
    1.74 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
  • 61% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,214 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,214 vs 3,115
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 68.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,215 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,215 vs 3,825
  • 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 (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 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
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 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
  • 34.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (430 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    430 nits vs 660 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 400 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    600 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 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.
    March 2022
    2022 vs 2024

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What we like about Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Attractive, slim, and lightweight design with a premium feel and matte finish that resists fingerprints.
  • Vibrant 6.43-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with good contrast and sharpness.
  • Reliable daily performance for general use and casual gaming, powered by the efficient Snapdragon 695 5G chipset.
  • Long battery life, with typical usage lasting a full day or more on a single charge.
  • Fast 33W SuperVOOC charging that can fully charge the device in around an hour.
  • The unique "Dual Orbit Lights" around the rear cameras serve as stylish notification LEDs.
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage via a microSD card slot.
  • Features an in-display fingerprint sensor and fast face unlock for security.
  • ColorOS 12 is noted for its clean interface and useful customization features, with the option to uninstall most bloatware.
  • Good photo quality in sufficient lighting conditions, with features like Bokeh Flare Portrait mode.

What we don't like about Oppo Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • The display is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, which is considered a notable drawback compared to competitors offering 90Hz or 120Hz screens in the same price range.
  • Display brightness is insufficient for comfortable outdoor viewing in bright sunlight.
  • Camera performance is inconsistent, with low-light photos lacking detail and video recording capped at a basic 1080p resolution without advanced stabilization (despite EIS support).
  • Equipped with a single, down-firing mono speaker that produces average audio quality with limited bass.
  • The phone can get warm or heat up under sustained heavy use, such as prolonged gaming or camera use.
  • Comes with pre-installed bloatware, though most can be uninstalled.
  • Priced higher than some competing mid-range phones that offer similar or better specifications.
  • Some users report the battery life could be better, particularly when using cellular data (LTE/5G) extensively.
  • Two of the three rear cameras (macro and depth sensors) are considered to have limited practical use.

Verdict

The OPPO Reno7 Z 5G (8GB + 128GB) is a stylish, slim mid-range smartphone with a 6.43-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display and flat-edge design, powered by an efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor. Key pros include its eye-catching Dual Orbit Lights around the rear cameras that act as notification LEDs, a generous 4,500mAh battery with rapid 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging, and smooth performance for daily tasks and moderate gaming. It features a capable 64MP main rear camera and a 16MP selfie camera, along with a 3.5mm headphone jack and IPX4 splash resistance. The main cons are the display's standard 60Hz refresh rate (lower than many competitors in its price range), a mono speaker setup, and the fact that the 2MP depth and macro cameras offer limited practical use.

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