Javi PSX · 22/02/2024
Long-term use review · weeks of daily use
Oppo Pad 2 is a multitasking tablet that isn't expensive, with a friendly interface and few real drawbacks.
Likes- Screen is the strongest point for daily work
- Surround sound is impressive for a tablet
- Battery lasts through heavy daily use
- Pen is useful for quick notes
Dislikes- Charging the large battery takes a long time
- Some apps, such as YouTube Studio, aren't designed for tablets
- Front camera is only average for video calls
Rafeta Byte · 21/02/2024
Hands-on review · screen, gaming, battery and camera tests
Oppo Pad 2 is well equipped for many uses, though it isn't cheap and has a weak camera.
Likes- Thin, light body with rounded edges
- Large screen with good colours and sharp detail
- Smooth gaming performance without stutters
- Long battery life and very fast charging
Dislikes- Camera results are weak, especially in low light
- No microSD slot for extra storage
- Not cheap for a tablet
IntelekThor · 20/02/2024
Long-term review · three months of use, gaming and battery
Oppo Pad 2 is hard to beat at its price and easy to recommend, though not the best tablet on the market overall.
Likes- Strong performance for gaming and emulators
- Premium build, comfortable to hold
- Battery lasts several days with moderate use
- Fast 67W charging
Dislikes- Keyboard cover adds some weight
- Not the best tablet on the market overall
Urban Tecno · 07/10/2023
Long-term test · about a month of daily use
Oppo Pad 2 is a good all-round tablet, though a cheaper rival model would be the creator's pick.
Likes- Fast performance with demanding games
- Smooth screen with a high refresh rate
- Battery lasts a full day with heavy use
- Keyboard accessory is very useful
Dislikes- Screen could be brighter outdoors
- Keyboard is costly to add on top
- A rival model offers similar hardware for less
Revot3ch · 07/02/2024
Hands-on review · audio, display, battery and apps
Oppo Pad 2 is a top-tier tablet for audio, display and battery life, strongly recommended despite its keyboard layout.
Likes- Immersive, well-balanced audio with clear bass
- Smooth display and fast responsiveness
- Battery lasts a long time and drains very slowly on standby
- Quick app launch and fast GPS fix
Dislikes- Keyboard uses an international layout, so some Italian symbols are hard to find
- Keyboard layout needs some learning to use symbols
TeamTech · 23/12/2023
Hands-on review · performance, battery, software and price
Oppo Pad 2 is recommended for students and productivity use, while pure entertainment users can spend less.
Likes- Smooth performance and fluid animations at a high refresh rate
- Good battery life, around eight and a half hours of screen time
- Software is well optimised and easy to use
- Display and build quality feel premium
Dislikes- Camera is not outstanding, fine for quick shots
- Android is less suited to some heavy office and web workflows
- Accessories are needed to get the most out of it, adding to the cost
Francesco Romeo - PhoneToday · 06/11/2023
Hands-on review · camera, keyboard, pen and battery tests
Oppo Pad 2 is a premium, fast and thin Android tablet, held back by the lack of a microSD slot.
Likes- Thin, premium build
- Smooth, responsive display
- Strong performance with 12 GB of RAM
- Battery lasts about three days
Dislikes- No microSD card slot
- Keyboard has no function keys and doesn't behave like a PC keyboard
- Pen feels like dragging plastic over the screen
davidemarranon · 15/09/2023
Hands-on review · limited photo and video tests
Oppo Pad 2 is excellent for its price and for students or writers, but not a must-have for creative work.
Likes- Good value for its price class
- Pen makes precise local edits to photos possible
- Split-screen and floating windows work smoothly
- Phone mirroring with file drag and drop
Dislikes- Rear camera placement looks awkward and bulky
- Mobile Lightroom lacks some features of the desktop version
- Professional Adobe apps are not available on Android tablets
SmartWorld · 18/08/2023
Hands-on review · unboxing, technical details, bundle price
Oppo Pad 2 is good value with the bundle if you use a keyboard and pen; at full price, it is hard to recommend.
Likes- Thin, comfortable aluminium design that looks good
- Keyboard cover is sturdy and includes a touchpad
- Pen is precise with very low latency
- The bundle is worthwhile for keyboard and pen users
Dislikes- Launch price too high without the bundle
- No power adapter included in the box
- Touchpad flexes slightly, so clicks can make the screen scroll
HDblog · 18/08/2023
Hands-on review · one month of testing, gaming and battery
Oppo Pad 2 is a complete tablet that works well with its accessories, especially during the launch promotion.
Likes- Fast and smooth performance
- Good speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Long battery life with fast 67W charging
- Good software and multi-window support
Dislikes- Selfie camera results are blurry
- Pencil and keyboard cover are pricey
- Dolby Vision support in apps is limited
GizChina Italia · 10/08/2023
Hands-on review · performance, gaming, camera and battery
Oppo Pad 2 is strongly recommended for its top performance and design, with a dim display as the main drawback.
Likes- Top-class performance with demanding games
- Solid design and build quality
- Excellent colours
- Keyboard and pen included in the launch offer
Dislikes- Display brightness is low
- Camera is adequate but not outstanding
- No wireless charging
Tecnoandroid · 29/07/2023
Hands-on review · gaming, battery and everyday use
Oppo Pad 2 is good value for entertainment, gaming and battery life, but less suited to heavy productivity.
Likes- Good value for the price, with the keyboard cover and pen included
- Gaming runs smoothly, even in long sessions
- Battery charges quickly and lasts longer than the creator's iPad
- Pleasant, light feel and fast trackpad
Dislikes- No 5G connectivity, only Wi-Fi
- Pen is less comfortable for fast handwritten notes
- Keyboard layout is unusual, with some accented letters and symbols missing
- More geared to entertainment than heavy productivity
TuttoAndroid · 18/07/2023
Hands-on review · design, performance, pen and accessories
Oppo Pad 2 is a very convincing, attractive tablet, with some pen and software limitations.
Likes- Very thin, light and attractive design
- Smooth performance with 256 GB storage
- Excellent gaming performance and joystick support
- Pleasant aluminium back that is easy to hold
Dislikes- No fingerprint sensor, only 2D face unlock
- No desktop mode or taskbar
- Pen not always recognised during general navigation
- Charger not included in the box