Review of the smartphone OPPO Reno Z: performance and quality

The Chinese company OPPO Electronics Corporation has recently entered the global smartphone sales market. Many buyers are wary of this company, because it is less popular than other manufacturers on the market. In a short time, she was able to surprise with some features. In 2012, the thinnest smartphone in the world comes out, then the company went on to improve the phone by expanding the display. Already, the company is recognized as a global brand, and the vector of its development is towards the production of camera phones (the Oppo Reno model confirms this). The use of artificial intelligence in the front camera allows you to create phones that are able to convey maximum reality in photos.

On May 30, 2019, OPPO unveiled the Oppo Reno Z model, which will be a simplified version of the Reno smartphone line.

In the article you can see the main differences between smartphones, the advantages and disadvantages of the Z model, buying tips and opinions prior to the release of the smartphone.The information will help answer the question: how to choose the right phone and what criteria to rely on.

Specifications

Features and price

Due to the lack of some functions, this phone differs from its predecessor in price. The average price of a smartphone is about 330 euros (about 24,000 rubles), which is much less than the cost of OPPO Reno (39,000 rubles). According to external data, the model is not inferior to older versions.

The smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio P90 (12nm) processor that delivers fast performance, supporting 48MP and 5MP dual cameras, 6GB/8GB RAM.

Oppo has released popular models before, but they were expensive enough that many people weren't able to get them. The company aims to give an equally impressive model for a lower price. Perhaps a budget smartphone will become popular in the Russian market.

External characteristics

There is no retractable Shark Fin front camera module in the smartphone. In principle, this did not worsen the phone. It complements the design rather than being a necessity. The front camera does not miss its functionality (32 MP) and is located on the touch screen. Her presence can interfere with someone, because the Reno model had a screen without cutouts for the camera to watch movies, photos with an improved visual component. The difference between the models lies in the battery, with the Z winning. The Oppo Reno has 3765 mAh, the Z has 4035. The older model uses the Snapdragon 710 processor.

The phone is quite compact with a weight of 186 g. The case is made of aluminum alloys, and the frame around the screen is made of plastic. The polymer indicates the disadvantages of the phone, because it lacks moisture protection.

The company provides interesting color solutions for the Z. The bright orange color highlights the phone's high-resolution display and enhances the visual experience. Models in purple and black are designed for lovers of the classics. Convenient smartphone buttons (unlock, volume) are located so that it does not need to be intercepted to press.

Like Reno, Z smartphone lacks a separate slot for a memory card. There are two options with memory 128 and 256 GB. For ordinary users, this memory is enough for games, photos and videos.

The screen diagonal is 6.4 inches.Now many manufacturers produce phones with large screens that are not convenient. Oppo Reno Z with medium dimensions provides a fairly high-quality picture (157 mm long, 75 mm wide).

Smartphone for photo

Due to the improved performance of the cameras (front and rear), the smartphone can take spectacular photos. Two built-in cameras are located one above the other with the main module on the Sony IMX586 sensor. Camera modules support optical stabilization and zoom, which enlarges the image without defects.

48 MP resolution and 5 MP for the optional depth sensor enhance the photo quality. The effect is enhanced by a 6.4-inch diagonal screen with a resolution of 2340 by 1080 pixels. The device reliably reproduces photos with a bright spectrum of colors without distortion of depth and light. The AMOLED matrix deserves special attention, which protects the display from direct sunlight, so the picture looks bright even in the sun.

By adjusting the camera modes, the user can improve the picture quality. The special scene mode, panorama and continuous shooting allow you to see a variety of reproduced photos. Time Lapse speeds up filming with lower frames per second. Night mode removes blur. The picture becomes stabilized with a uniform shadow. For an example of photo quality, it is worth considering pictures of night and day landscapes in order to compare their parameters. The rear camera flash is a dual LED flash. It evenly illuminates the subject without a border effect and improves sharpness. Only with active use can you understand how well the phone takes pictures at night.

The device is filled with many photo modes (snapshot by gesture, exposure compensation, self-timer, white balance adjustment, color enhancement, face detection, smile detection, HDR). HDR technology allows you to raise the standard of the brightness range.

The selfie camera is somewhat inferior in terms of characteristics to OPPO Reno. It does not have a flash, but its resolution is twice as large (32 megapixels).

The maximum focusing distance is 26mm. The phone supports phase detection autofocus with optical stabilization.

Battery and operating hours

Today, the main criterion for choosing a device should be its charging. Manufacturers are talking about a large battery at the time of the presentation of OPPO Reno Z. For 2019, many phones already support wireless charging, but the Oppo Reno Z phone does not provide it. Other advantages replace it. A large battery capacity (up to 4035 mAh), fast charging (20 W power supply) allow you not to face the problems of frequently turning off the device.

When compared to the standard model, the Z has a larger battery capacity and allows you to work in normal mode for 3-4 days. The developers presented the operating time with constant use: 8-9 hours. This figure is not so special, because the new generation of smartphones can withstand such screen time. Autonomy (work from full charge to 0) is 6-8 days in standby mode. The length of the charging cord should not affect the speed.

Processor and OP

Processor Media Tek Helio P90. It was officially introduced for 2019 in the Z model. This chip has 8 cores, which not all computers have, so the high performance of the device will be the main advantage.It is not known how the smart processor will show itself, but the structure of the CPU (central processing unit) does not differ from its analogues. The exception is graphics. If the reliability is confirmed, then in the future many devices will switch to a new processor.

The IMG PowerVR GM 9446 GPU accelerator should run 15-20% faster. If there is a choice, which company’s smartphone is better to give preference to play all the gaming news, then Oppo Reno Z is a suitable option. It is suitable for active gaming without lags and overheating.

The high-performance device packs 6GB of RAM along with 256GB of internal storage. If the user chooses a phone with 8 GB of RAM, then 128 GB of memory will be present in the kit.

Screen

The AMOLED screen is famous for its instant pixel response and high frame rate. Its small thickness reduces the dimensions of the device, while maintaining its power. The screen supports HDR10 format.

The drop-shaped front camera occupies 8% of the screen. The back panel contains tempered glass. It improves the visual component by adding iridescent shades.

The phone interface will run on Android 9.0 system.

Sound and additional features

The speaker is located on the bottom of the case. Integrated audio chip. Nothing can be said about the sound quality, because only buyers can sensibly evaluate its quality.

In OPPO Reno, users complained about the quiet sound in the headphones. The phone was not suitable for watching videos on the street or in the subway, as it was hard to hear. You should not hope for high-quality sound in the Z model, since the phone, in principle, does not pursue such a task.

There is no infrared port in the phone, there is no support for FM radio.

NFC technology in the phone allows you to pay in the store when registering a bank card in the phone application.

Communication

GPS contains GPS, GLONASS, Beidou navigation systems. Present in a Wi-Fi device with Hotspot and Dual Band functions.

The smartphone supports different internet networks for 2G, 3G, 4G and LTE 13.

Equipment

The kit with the phone comes with a power adapter, USB Type-C cable, warranty card, documentation, a SIM eject tool. The phone supports 2 nano SIM cards located in the sidebar (dual sim).

Pros and cons

• New processor with improved accelerator;
• Many photo modes and high resolution front and rear cameras;
• Inexpensive cost;
• NFC
• Good battery capacity.

• Sound quality;
• Poor moisture resistance;
• The phone is easy to break;
• Waterdrop notch for the front camera;
• No SD card slot.

The main disadvantage is the lack of a retractable module, which makes the screen with a cutout for the front camera. For some users, this aspect is not critical. The plastic frame around the screen makes the phone less resistant to mechanical damage.

User opinions

In a short time, OPPO has become one of the best smartphone manufacturers. Users note the spectacular appearance of the smartphone even without a retractable module, but they point to the huge screen size. Some people will find this phone uncomfortable due to its size, but the processing power fills this gap.

For many users, the question of how much a model costs is important. At a price of 330 euros, the smartphone offers many impressive features. Reviews for viewing are available on the official website of the company.

After the official release, platforms will appear where you can buy a smartphone. Question: where is it profitable to buy model Z - does not leave users. The Aliexpress platform will provide smartphones for purchase.

Conclusion

A review of OPPO's new products allows you to see that the company aims to surprise customers with its chips. According to the rating of quality phones, the manufacturer is not inferior to popular companies. The development of smartphone companies allows users to evaluate innovations even in devices at an affordable price. Because of the huge number of advantages of the Model Z, it is worth buying.

The device is suitable for people who like to enjoy gaming novelties that require high performance. Photos from the rear camera are quite spectacular with high resolution.

You need to handle your smartphone very carefully, as the price has been reduced due to the deterioration of protection. Photos in the sun, in rainy weather are obtained without blur, but the phone itself is not protected from moisture.

Oppo Reno Z will allow you to appreciate the manufacturer. Perhaps now the brand's smartphones can be seen more often in the Russian market.