Review of the smartphone Oppo Reno3 with the main characteristics

Autumn has become fruitful for Oppo: a smartphone was released at the very beginning of autumn Oppo Reno 2, immediately after him appeared Oppo Reno Ace. Now began an active discussion of the next alleged novelty from this manufacturer. A feature of the new Oppo Reno 3 will be the use of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G single-chip system, an advanced main camera with four sensors. The announcement of the 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 exactly known, but are expected to 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 side is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The front panel is not burdened with massive frames. Frameless design becomes 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 distracting elements. The selfie camera is hidden at the top of the body with a mechanical retractable device. The rear 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 took care of the variety of colors. The smartphone is presented in three extraordinary colors: luminous black (Luminous Black), blue ocean (Ocean Blue), pink sunset (Sunset Pink). This will surely please the buyers.

• Housing - metal / glass with good protection against the latest generation Gorilla Glass;
• Stylish design without frills;
• There is a choice of smartphone color;
• Convenient location of the 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 sq.cm). In combination with the excellent quality of the AMOLED capacitive touch screen, the novelty from Orro can be safely attributed to full-fledged phablets. Pixel resolution 1080*2400 with aspect ratio 20 to 9, density ~ 405 ppi. Frame refresh rate 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 protection against damage;
• The screen characteristics are fully consistent with the high level and will please even the most demanding user (pixel resolution is guaranteed to equal Full HD +);
• Good color sensitivity with recognition of 16 million colors and shades;
• The picture image is evenly bright on all surfaces.

• According to the parameters known today, the cons were not highlighted.

Performance and memory

The smartphone from Orro will be the first carrier of the brand of Qualcomm's super-new processor with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G single-chip system. Eight-core processor paired with the Adreno 618 graphics editor will provide excellent performance for any programs and applications. Their launch will be quick and devoid of any shortcomings during operation. The usefulness of the processor is also affected by the amount of 8 GB of RAM, which allows an optimal level of activity for all parts of the device's filling.

Memory size

This model is presented in two versions regarding the amount of memory:

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

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

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

• High processor performance, thanks to the use of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G single-chip system;
• Properly selected graphics processor that complements and improves all the inherent functions;
• The device can safely be called a mini laptop, because all possible operations and programs are available on it;
• A large amount of RAM (8 GB) enables the full operation of the filling of the device;
• The user has the ability to choose the amount of internal memory (two options are available 128/256 GB).

• There is no separate slot for additional memory. If you need to insert a 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 unlock and face recognition, other smart functions are also available on the smartphone: Smart Assistant (smart assistant), Riding Mode (driving mode), Music Party (music party), Navigation (gesture control). All of them create comfort and ease of operation and control, increase the safety of use and increase the functionality of the device.

• Wide intellectual possibilities;
• 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 novelty, took care not only of performance and memory. Cameras have received a lot of attention. After all, the 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 in 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”: 60 MP / 13 MP / 8 MP / 2 MP. Multifunctionality is ensured by the coordinated work 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 13 MP ultra-wide angle sensor opens up the possibility of creating more composition options, expressiveness of the picture, allows you to capture more due to the width of the image in a limited space of compositions.8MP mono lens + 2MP portrait sensor is excellent quality portrait shots, using all sorts of filters, users can create unique photos, personalized styles, different from those that cameras on other devices can give. Including night photos, which are clear and bright, thanks to good noise absorption. Night mode is also activated during wide-angle shooting.

Front-camera

Front camera 32 MP. Its location was a retractable mechanism at the top of the smartphone case. There is an intelligent picture correction mode, so the pictures are of high quality and according to the settings of the user himself. The new technology easily determines the age of the object by the color and skin tones and successfully makes the necessary adjustments in a particular case. The Reno 3 selfie camera algorithm helps to remove blemishes on the skin and thereby sharpen the contours.

The video of both cameras is clear and high quality, taking into account the new requirements in the creation of action videos. Shooting stabilization removes video vibration, now it's even easier to shoot in active 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 during wide-angle shooting;
• Advanced portrait shooting;
• Large selection of beauty modes for both the 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

Given 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 a gentle mode, the battery will last more than 1.5 days. If necessary, you can use the reverse charging function, which ensures the uninterrupted operation of the device and independence from wired charging.

Oppo Reno 3 will be a worthy representative of the series. Given the parameters and characteristics, it will easily take its place at a high level among expensive flagships. Any user will be satisfied with the speed, performance and versatility of the device. With such a smartphone, there is no need for a personal computer or laptop.