Oppo Reno3 smartphone review with key features

Autumn became fruitful for Oppo: at the very beginning of autumn a smartphone was released Oppo Reno 2, immediately behind him appeared Oppo Reno Ace... Now an active discussion has begun on the next alleged novelty from this manufacturer. The new Oppo Reno 3 will feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G SoC, an advanced quad-sensor main camera. The announcement of a new smartphone is predicted for the beginning of winter.

Design and features

The appearance promises to be similar to the previous version of Reno 2. Dimensions and weight are not known exactly, but presumably they will be about the same - 74.3 / 160 / 9.5 mm, weight about 190 grams. Glass body with aluminum frame. The front side is protected by Gorilla Glass 6, the back - Gorilla Glass 5. The front panel is not burdened by massive frames. The bezel-less design is becoming a classic for Orro. No frills, stylish and simple. This design solution will suit users of any age category.

The front panel is an absolute screen, there are no distractions. The selfie camera is hidden at the top of the body by a mechanical slide-out device. The back panel is the carrier of the vertical module of the main camera, consisting of 4 sensors, it is located in the center along with the brand name.

The manufacturer has taken care of a variety of colors. The smartphone is presented in three extraordinary colors: Luminous Black, Ocean Blue, Sunset Pink. This will undoubtedly delight buyers.

• Body - metal / glass with good protection from the latest generation Gorilla Glass;
• Stylish design with no frills;
• There is a choice of smartphone colors;
• Convenient location of control keys on the side panels.

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Reno 3 display

Although the full dimensions of the model are still not known exactly, the diagonal will definitely be 6.5 inches (102.0 cm2). In combination with the excellent AMOLED quality of the capacitive touchscreen, the novelty from Orro can be safely attributed to full-fledged phablets. Pixel resolution 1080 * 2400 with an aspect ratio of 20 to 9, at a density of ~ 405 ppi. The frame refresh rate is 90 Hz. The fingerprint scanner is located directly in the screen area. These indicators speak for themselves: a guarantee of comfort for the owner. Corning Gorilla Glass 6 is used as a reliable protection against any mechanical damage.

• Large, high-quality display with excellent damage protection;
• The indicators of the screen characteristics fully correspond to the high level and will delight even the most demanding user (the pixel resolution is guaranteed to be equal to Full HD +);
• Good color sensitivity with 16 million colors and shades recognition;
• The picture image is uniformly bright on all surfaces.

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Performance and memory

The smartphone from Orro will be the first carrier of Qualcomm's supernova processor brand with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G SoC. Eight-core processor paired with a graphics editor Adreno 618 will provide excellent performance for any program and application. Their launch will be fast and free of any drawbacks during operation. The usefulness of the processor is also affected by the amount of RAM of 8 GB, which allows the optimal level of activity for all parts of the filling of the device.

Memory

This model is presented in two versions in terms of memory sizes:

1. Junior version with 8 GB RAM + 128 GB internal memory (predicted cost $ 410);
2. The older version is 8 GB + 256 GB ($ 570).

For expansion with a flash card, an additional capacity of up to 256 GB is available. There is only one drawback: there is no separate slot for microSD, if necessary, you will have to sacrifice one of the SIM cards.

The performance of the processor and the available memory will make the Oppo Reno 3 a full-fledged mini laptop. The new device was generously endowed with all the necessary functions and capabilities. Even for gamers, this device will be a godsend.

• High performance of processors, thanks to the use of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G SoC;
• Correctly selected graphics processor that complements and improves all the built-in functions;
• The device can be safely called a mini laptop, because all possible operations and programs are available on it;
• A large amount of RAM (8 GB) makes it possible to fully operate the filling of the device;
• The user has the ability to choose the amount of built-in memory (two options are available 128/256 GB).

• There is no separate slot for additional memory. If you need to insert microSD, you will have to lose the second SIM card.

operating system

The device is running Android 9.0 (Pie) operating system with ColorOS 6.1 interface. In addition to the ubiquitous smart functions of fingerprint unlocking and face recognition, other smart functions are also available on the smartphone: Smart Assistant, Riding Mode (driving mode), Music Party (music party), Navigation (gesture control). All of them create comfort and ease of use and control, increase the safety of use and enhance the functional capabilities of the device.

• Broad intellectual capabilities;
• The presence of a large number of additional functions, both for work and leisure.

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Cameras and photo quality

Orro, creating his new product, took care not only of performance and memory size. Cameras were given equal attention. After all, a flagship in this price category should be the best in everything so that users are satisfied and come back again and again.

Main camera

The main camera is located in the center of the rear panel with a horizontal line, equipped with four sensors that provide quality, clarity, good fast focusing, highlighting even the smallest details of objects, wide panorama capture. In the new Reno, the rear camera has been improved and differs from the previous Reno 2 by the presence of a fourth "eye": 60MP / 13MP / 8MP / 2MP. Multifunctionality is ensured by the well-coordinated operation of all parts of the device.

The main lens is 60 MP, which speaks for itself. The rest perfectly complement and expand the capabilities of the camera. The ultra-wide-angle 13 megapixel sensor opens up the possibility of creating more composition options, image expressiveness, and allows you to capture more due to the width of the image in the limited space of compositions.8MP mono lens + 2MP portrait sensor is an excellent quality of portrait shots, using all kinds of filters, users can create unique photos, personalized styles that are different from those that cameras can give on other devices. Including night photos, which are clear and bright due to good noise absorption. Night mode is also activated for wide-angle shooting.

Front-camera

Front camera 32 MP. Its location is the sliding mechanism at the top of the smartphone body. There is a mode of intelligent image correction, so the images are of high quality and according to the settings of the user himself. The new technology easily determines the age of an object by the color and skin tones and successfully makes adjustments necessary in a particular case. The Reno 3 selfie camera's algorithm removes imperfections from the skin and thus sharpens contours.

The video from both cameras is clear and high quality to meet the new requirements for creating action movies. Stabilization removes vibration from video, making it even easier to shoot in motion. The built-in gyroscope copes with the tasks assigned to it.

• The main camera has a complex design with four sensors that work together to create high quality images;
• Dual-LED dual-tone flash for bright and clear images in any light;
• Night mode is also activated for wide-angle shooting;
• Advanced portrait shooting capabilities;
• Large selection of beauty modes for both main and front cameras;
• Selfie camera with excellent lens resolution provides high quality photos and videos.

• The front camera is located on a retractable flip, some consider the automatic mechanism unreliable.

Device battery

Considering the high performance and functionality of the smartphone as a mini laptop, Orro took care of the capacity and endurance of the device's battery. The non-removable lithium-polymer battery has a capacity of 5000 mAh. Active work is guaranteed for up to 20 hours, and in sparing mode the battery will last more than 1.5 days. If necessary, you can use the reverse charging function, which ensures uninterrupted operation of the device and independence from wired recharging.

Oppo Reno 3 will be a worthy representative of the series. Considering the parameters and characteristics, it will take its place at a high level among expensive flagships without difficulties. Any user will be satisfied with the speed, performance and versatility of the device. With such a smartphone, the need for a personal computer or laptop will disappear.