The OPPO Reno5 series hitten the shelves in three amazing variants: OPPO Reno 5, Reno5 Pro, and Reno5 Pro+. The phones actually range from the mid-end segment to the top-tier flagship and this is one of the main reasons why this line-up is so interesting. But for those who are not experts, looking at the specifications of these similar handsets might create a bit of confusion. This is the reason why we decided to make a specs comparison between all the variants of the Reno5 series released until now. There will be other versions of the lineup and we will publish other comparisons once they are out.
OPPO Reno5 5G vs OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G vs OPPO Reno5 Pro+ 5G
| OPPO Reno5 5G | OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G | OPPO Reno5 Pro+ 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 159.1 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm, 172 g | 159.7 x 73.2 x 7.6 mm, 173 g | 159.9 x 72.5 x 8 mm, 184 g |
| DISPLAY | 6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), OLED | 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), OLED | 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, octa-core 2.4 GHz | MediaTek Dimensity 1000+, octa-core 2.6 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, octa-core 2.84 GHz |
| MEMORY | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB |
| SOFTWARE | Android 11, ColorOS | Android 11, ColorOS | Android 11, ColorOS |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS |
| CAMERA | Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP camera, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera |
Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP camera, f/1.7 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera |
Quad 50 + 13 + 16 + 2 MP camera, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera |
| BATTERY | 4300 mAh, fast charging 65W | 4350 mAh, fast charging 65W | 4500 mAh, fast charging 65W |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Dual SIM slot, 5G, reverse charging | Dual SIM slot, 5G, reverse charging | Dual SIM slot, 5G, reverse charging |
Design
The best design is definitely the one of the OPPO Reno5 Pro+. The handset went in commerce in China with an amazing electrochromic rear side. It is the first commercial phone with a body able to change its color with a simple double tap. This makes the OPPO Reno5 Pro+ one of the most impressive handsets out there in terms of design. Right after, we got the OPPO Reno5 Pro boasting the same design as the Reno5 Pro+, but without an electrochromic back. The Reno5 looks uglier because it has a flat display, but several users prefer a flat screen over a curved one.
Display
The displays of OPPO Reno5, Reno5 Pro, and Reno5 Pro+ come with similar specifications. The OPPO Reno5 Pro+ has a slightly better panel with higher brightness, but we do not recommend to choose the handset by basing on the display quality only. You would better focus on the rest of the specs sheet, where you will find more important differences. OPPO Reno5 has a flat display, while OPPO Reno5 Pro and Pro+ boast curved screens at the sides. In each case, you get an in-display fingerprint reader.
Specs & Software
The most important differences between these three handsets lay in the hardware department. The OPPO Reno5 is an upper-midrange phone as it is powered by the Snapdragon 765G mobile platform. The OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G is a flagship as it boasts a Dimensity 1000+ that is actually the best MediaTek chipset. The OPPO Reno5 Pro+ is a top-tier flagship fueled by the Snapdragon 865 mobile platform. All the phones are based on Android 11, customized by the ColorOS 11. Naturally, the OPPO Reno5 Pro+ is the winner of the hardware comparison. The software is the same on each phone.
Camera
OPPO Reno5 and Reno5 Pro 5G share the same midrange-class camera department. They come with a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a pair of 2 MP sensors for macros and depth calculation. On the other hand, OPPO Reno5 Pro+ is a real flagship camera phone: it is the first with the amazing 50 MP Sony IMX766 sensor, it has OIS, a 13 MP telephoto sensor, a 16 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP dedicated macro camera. All of these phones feature a 32 MP front camera for selfies.
Battery
Besides having a better camera department, the OPPO Reno5 Pro+ has the biggest battery. With its 4500 mAh capacity, it is able to last more than OPPO Reno5 and Reno5 Pro 5G on a single charge. But the difference is not huge compared to the other variants. With the OPPO Reno5 and Reno5 Pro, you still get good 4300 and 4350 mAh batteries. Each phone supports 65W fast charging technology (SuperVOOC 2.0).
Price
The starting price of the OPPO Reno5 in China is about €340/$415, OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G starts from €430/$525, and OPPO Reno5 Pro+ 5G begins at €565/$690. OPPO Reno5 Pro+ is obviously the best, it is a way better phone thanks to its hardware and amazing camera department. But it will probably remain a China-exclusive. The OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G offers the best quality-price ratio.
OPPO Reno 5 5G vs OPPO Reno 5 Pro 5G vs OPPO Reno5 Pro+ 5G: PRO and CONS
OPPO Reno 5 5G
PROS
- More affordable
- Flat display
- Compact
- Same cameras as the Pro variant
CONS
- Midrange hardware
OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G
PROS
- Great design
- Thinner
- Good price
- High-end chipset
CONS
- Nothing particular
OPPO Reno 5 Pro+ 5G
PROS
- Real top camera phone
- Bigger battery
- Better hardware
- Powerful stereo speakers
CONS
- Price
