Launched in October 2023, the Oppo Find N3 and its rebranded version, the OnePlus Open, faced criticism for falling short of expectations. Despite Qualcomm’s unveiling of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 later that month, both foldable phones, equipped with the previous-generation Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, felt a year behind flagship standards. Reports indicate that the upcoming Find N5/OOnePlus Open 2 will be among the first foldable devices to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. Here’s a look at what’s been revealed about the new Oppo / OnePlus foldable so far.
1. Oppo Find N5 moniker and rebranding
There is currently no clarity regarding the name of Oppo’s next foldable phone. Given that the number “4” is considered unlucky in several Asian cultures, the company may opt to name its upcoming device the Find N5 instead of the Find N4. The N5 is expected to be released in countries like China and some Southeast Asian markets, while it may be rebranded as the OnePlus Open (OnePlus’ first foldable phone) in regions such as India and the US.
Therefore, it is likely that the Find N5 will launch in China and other Asian markets, potentially becoming the OnePlus Open 2 in India and the US. At present, there is no clear information about whether the Oppo/OnePlus devices will be available in European markets.
Oppo is yet to confirm the existence of the Find N5. The brand is reportedly focused on launching the Find X8 series, which is expected to take place on Oct. 21. Official details about the Find N5 may emerge in December, with rumors likely surfacing a couple of weeks prior to the announcement. As anticipation builds, consumers are eager to see how Oppo will navigate the challenges of naming and marketing its next foldable offering.
2. Oppo Find N5 / OnePlus Open 2 chipset and battery
The Oppo Find N5 is anticipated to debut as one of the first foldable phones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. It is expected to launch around the same time as the Vivo X Fold 4 or X Fold 4 Pro, which will also feature the SD8G4 chip.
Many upcoming flagship phones, including the Vivo X200 series, Oppo Find X8 series, Xiaomi 15 lineup, OnePlus 13, iQOO 13, and Honor Magic 7 series, are expected to pack batteries around 6,000mAh. While the Find N3 / OnePlus Open featured a 4,800mAh battery, the Find N5 and its rebranded counterpart are likely to include a 6,000mAh battery, promising significantly longer battery life.
3. Oppo Find N5 / OnePlus Open 2 display, camera, design
A recent leak by tipster Digital Chat Station revealed that the internal foldable screen of the Find N5 will support a 2K+ resolution. The device will have a prominent round camera module on the back, housing three cameras, including a 50-megapixel Sony lens supported by a large sensor and a periscope telephoto camera.
The Find N5 is expected to be thinner and lighter than its predecessor, measuring around 9.x mm in thickness when folded. It will feature a more durable construction and some level of waterproofing. Like other high-end Oppo and OnePlus phones, the N5 will also include an alert slider. It is expected to come preloaded with ColorOS 15 based on Android 15 in China, while the Open 2 is likely to run on Android 15 with OxygenOS 15 on top for global markets.
4. Oppo Find N5 / OnePlus Open 2 launch timeframe
Several reports have claimed that the Oppo Find N5 will launch in the first quarter of 2025. In China, the device is expected to face competition from the Vivo X Fold 4 / 4 Pro, which is expected to break cover in the same time period. As far as the global market is concerned, the OnePlus Open 2 is also expected to debut by Q1 2025.
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