Oppo Reno 10 5G

The Oppo Reno 10 5G price in Kenya is around Ksh 55,000. The device has a 6.7-inch AMOLED 120Hz display supporting a 1080 x 2412 pixels screen resolution. The Reno 10 is powered by the Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 7050 (6 nm) chipset with Mali-G68 MC4 GPU. The phone has up to 8GB RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. It runs on Android 13 on top of ColorOS 13.1, powered by a 5000mAh battery with 67W fast charging. Regarding cameras, the handset packs a 32MP (wide) selfie camera and a triple camera set up at the rear of the camera, consisting of a 64MP (wide) primary lens supported by a 32MP (Telephoto) and 8MP (Ultrawide) sensor. The Reno 10 comes in Silvery Grey and ice Blue. Buy it in Kenya today at http://thetomorrowtechnology.co.ke.

Oppo Reno 10 5G Technical Specifications

Brand	Oppo
Model	Oppo Reno 10
Announced	May, 2023
Released	May, 2023
Operating System	Android 13, ColorOS 13.1
Chipset	Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 7050 (6 nm)
CPU Speed	Octa-core (2×2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Graphics Processor	Mali-G68 MC4
Storage	128GB/256GB
RAM	8GB
Card Slot	No
Rear Camera	64 MP + 32 MP + 8 MP
Front Camera	32 MP
Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Sim Card	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Weight	185 g (6.53 oz)
Dimensions	162.4 x 74.2 x 8 mm (6.39 x 2.92 x 0.31 in)
Screen Resolution	1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Display Type	AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 950 nits (peak)
Display Size	6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)
3.5mm jack	No 24-bit/192kHz audio
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
GPS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
NFC	Yes, eSE, HCE, UICC, NFC-SIM
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Radio	No
Sensor	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	67W wired, PD3, Reverse wired
Colors	Silvery Grey, Ice Blue
Price in Kenya	Ksh 55,000

Physical Attributes of Reno 10 Pro

Oppo Reno 10 5G is an elegant, premium-looking mid-range smartphone. It measures 162.4 x 74.2 x 7.6 mm and weighs 180g. The handset’s body has a glass front, back, and plastic frame. The twin SIM card smartphone is 5G network-enabled, lacks water-proof ratings, and has an under-display optical fingerprint sensor to enhance security to access the user’s data and personal information. The Oppo phone adopts a minimalistic. Ergonomic design and is available in Silvery Grey and ice Blue colors

An Impressive and Immersive Display

The Reno 10 features a 6.7-inch AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, and 950 nits (peak) display.  The phone has thin bezels at ~89.6% screen-to-body ratio, maximizing screen display and use space. With 1080 x 2412 pixels and a 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) resolution, the Oppo phone has impressive and immersive resolutions for a mid-range smartphone. At ~394 ppi density resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness at 950 nits, and ~89.6% screen-to-body ratio, the display on the Oppo Reno 10 is excellent for your immersive, cinematic user experience when playing games, watching videos, browsing the internet and social media interaction on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. The screen is not protected by a Corning Gorilla protector, which is a concern and oversight by Oppo, considering the unique nature of the display based on its specifications.

Decent Camera Set-up

Selfie Camera

The front-facing camera features a 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74″, 0.8µm, AF lens. At 32MP, you are assured of shooting great selfies of yourself, with family, and with friends. Also, the selfie camera will enable you to record 1080p@30fps videos. The gyro-EIS helps is video stabilization, which adds the quality of your video shots to high professional standards.

Main Camera

Mounted at the rear of the phone is a triple camera set-up consisting of the following:

• 64 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/2″, 0.7µm, PDAF
• 32 MP, f/2.0, (telephoto), 1/2.74″, 0.8µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom
• 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide)

The triple camera set-up will enable you to snap high-quality photos. The 64MP (wide) camera will allow you to stitch multiple images into a single one with high quality. With the 32MP (telephoto) lens, you can take pictures of things further away by zooming to take clear photos of your desired object. The 8MP ultrawide lens has a wide angle of view greater than 90°. It is ideally suited for capturing landscapes and pictures that require more scenery due to its ability to capture panoramic views and shots. The main camera features LED flash, HDR, and panorama, all of which offer various options for taking photos based on your need and situation. For video recording, the set camera will enable you to capture 4K@30fps and 1080p@30/60fps videos. The phone camera system supports gyro-EIS for stabilization and HDR for recorded videos.

A High-Performance Smartphone

Operating System

Oppo Reno 10 runs on Android 13 OS. The latest Android OS version focuses on more user-facing features, increased security, themes, functions, privacy, and productivity. ColorOS 13.1 User Interface is Oppo’s latest UI, improving user experience. The updated UI comes along with the following:

• Smart productivity
• A fresh and anamorphic design
• Reliable experience

With the newly upgraded OS and UI, you will have a unique, memorable experience that will make you fall in love and wholly connect to your Oppo Reno 10.

Processing Unit

The handset is powered by MediaTek MT6877V Dimensity 7050 (6 nm)chipset.  The octa-core CPU features two Arm Cortex-A78 processors clocked up to 2.6GHz for exceptional performance, rapid app response, and smoother FPS in games. The Arm Mali-G68 GPU is optimized to provide smooth everyday gaming experiences with exceptional power efficiency, extending battery life for longer gaming sessions. The advanced 5G modem is fully integrated into this ultra-efficient, 6nm chip, and combined with MediaTek 5G UltraSave means the Dimensity 7050 is enhanced with even more 5G power-saving technologies.

Memory Space

Oppo is installed with sufficient RAM and ROM to enable optimal smartphone use. Installed on the Oppo Reno 10 5G is the UFS 2.2 Technology on models with the following memory specifications:

• 128GB 8GB RAM
• 256GB 8GB RAM

The Oppo Reno 10 model with 128GB internal memory and 8GB RAM uses UFS 3.1 technology to optimize memory space. UFS 2.2 and 3.1 technology offer better data transfer time (latency), which is 50% compared to Emmc. They offer lower power consumption. Thus, your Reno device’s battery life will be longer with such memory storage types. UFS 3.1 offers up to two times the data rate capabilities of UFS 2.2 (faster reading and writing capabilities) while lowering power consumption. Thus UFS 3.1  is better than lesser versions, like in this case, UFS 2.2

The more RAM a phone has, the snappier its performance when switching between applications. Also, with more RAM, you can access and use applications that use much memory without adverse implications. This is true for Reno 10 5G, whose 8 GB RAM is remarkable. It allows it to run smoothly even when multiple applications open. Whereas other phones may stutter when running heavy applications such as heavy-setting games, and video editors, the Oppo phone plays robustly due to its high RAM specifications.

The phone’s internal memory space specifications are commendable and sufficient. With up to 256GB of internal memory, such space is enough for storing hundreds of multimedia files and heavy documents without much of a problem. Rather than walking with a USB flash disk or HDD, you can use the smartphone’s internal storage to carry the needed files. The phone does not support additional memory, with no MicroSD slot.

Network and Connectivity

Oppo Reno 10 5G is a 5G-network-enabled smartphone. As a 5G handset, it will provide you with several benefits, including:

• Increased bandwidth compared to 4G-enabled smartphone
• Fast phone downloads over the network of movies, as well as enormous files and applications
• Quick file uploads, such as video clip uploads to YouTube and TikTok, saving up loads of high-resolution photos
• It combines blistering data speeds with almost zero lags to the network. This, in turn, enables video calls with pin-sharp resolution and minimal buffering
• You will effortlessly streamline your video games in real-time. It applies to high-definition gameplay and resource-heavy games such as PUBG Mobile.

Efficient Communication Systems

As a modern-day 5G smartphone, Oppo Reno 10 5G is well equipped for the best communication and user experience. Oppo installed the latest WLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct) for faster internet connectivity and usability across a wide range of Wi-Fi Routers. You can match your handset to Wi-Fi Direct products, get connected, and go to work or play. It is dual-band and works well within the 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz frequency bandwidth. The phone supports NFC, which allows wireless data transmission over shorter distances using radio waves. With Near Field Communication technology (eSE, HCE, UICC, NFC-SIM), you can make more secure transactions, exchange digital content, and connect with other NFC-supporting electronic devices with a touch.

It comes with the latest Bluetooth version, 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD enabling more accessibility and better connectivity with your BT devices such as Smart TV, headphones, and ear pads. With the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), multi-media can be effortlessly streamed from your handset to other devices and vice-versa through Bluetooth Audio Streaming. Oppo has adhered to its superior audio output mantra, especially for its mid-tier and high-end smartphones. Oppo Reno 10 5G comes packed with a loudspeaker for quality audio output, especially when the loudspeaker is turned on. Unfortunately, the phone lacks the 3.5mm jack port and radio, two components that, if you are old school and love both, will feel disconnected and missing something. Other features supported on the handset that ease communications and usage convenience include:

• Infrared port
• USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
• Sensors: Fingerprint (under the display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum

Battery

Oppo Reno 10 5G is powered by a Li-Po 4,600 mAh, non-removable battery. The battery can last 24 hours or a day of intensive usage thanks to the chipset that enables optimal battery power management and minimization of wastage. To recharge the battery, you have an 80W wired, PD, QC3 fast charger capable of recharging 1- 50% of the battery in 11 min. Within 30 minutes, your battery is fully recharged and ready for maximum use.

Pros and Cons of Oppo Reno 10 Pro

Pros

• 5G network enabled
• Has the latest BT version installed
• Decent set of cameras
• Records 4K videos
• Supports Gyro-EIS for video stabilization
• Superior chipset for high-performance
• High RAM and internal storage.
• High 1080p resolution
• NFC support
• Infrared support
• Latest Android 13 OS with Color OS 13.1 custom UI.
• FHD OLED display

Cons

• No 3.5mm jack port
• No radio support
• Not dust and waterproof
• No Gorilla Glass screen protector
• No wireless charging support
• No MicroSD
• Outdated USB Type-C charging port

Verdict

By all standards, the Oppo Reno 10 5G is a pro-modern smartphone for high performance. Based on the smartphone’s specifications, it is worth your money. The lack of Gorilla Glass protection, waterproof rating, and wireless charging support lower the value and performance expectations of an otherwise high-performance smartphone that surpasses many others within its price range. You can opt for the Oppo Reno 10 Pro for comparison and better specifications.

Alternative Handsets

• Oppo Reno 10 Pro
• POCO F5 Pro
• Tecno Phantom X2
• Samsung Galaxy A73

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