Oppo F21 Pro 5G Review: Power and Style in a Premium Package :
Design: Slim and lightweight, the F21 Pro exudes opulence. Crafted from AG glass, it's matte finish frames premium aesthetics.
Display: The 6.43-inch Super AMOLED panel produces vibrant colours and deep blacks. 90Hz refresh rate provides buttery-smooth visuals.
Performance: Powered by Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, everything ran super fast - from app loads to graphics-heavy gaming. 5G download speeds were consistently rapid.
Cameras: The triple rear cameras capture crisp shots in various lighting conditions. Selfies from the 32MP shooter were adequately detailed too.
Software: ColorOS 12 based on Android 12 offers a refined experience alongside handy customisations and security features.
Verdict: While expensive, the Oppo F21 Pro 5G justifies its price with top-tier hardware, premium craftsmanship and strong real-world performance. Its elegant design also makes it great eye candy.
At Rs. 25,999, this is a worthwhile investment for those seeking a future-proof device with cutting-edge technology and style. The Oppo F21 Pro 5G certainly satisfies as a powerful premium 5G smartphone.
Specifications of Oppo F21 Pro 5G
Here are the detailed specifications of the Oppo F21 Pro 5G:
| Build | |
|---|---|
| OS | Android 12 OS |
| UI | ColorOS 12.1 |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 173 g |
| SIM | Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM) |
| Colors | Rainbow Spectrum, Cosmic Black |
| Frequency | |
| 2G Band | SIM1: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900, SIM2: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Band | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G Band | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 34(2000), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) |
| 5G Band | SA/NSA |
| Processor | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2 x 2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold + 6 x 1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 |
| Display | |
| Technology | AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch |
| Size | 6.43 Inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 Pixels (~409 PPI) |
| Protection | Schott Xensation glass |
| Extra Features | 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) |
| Memory | |
| Built-in | 128GB Built-in, 8GB RAM, UFS 2.2 |
| Card | microSDXC |
| Camera | |
| Main | Triple Camera: 64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", PDAF + 2 MP, f/3.3, (microscope) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash |
| Features | Phase detection, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama, Video (1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS) |
| Front | 16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), HDR, panorama, Video (1080p@30fps) |
| Connectivity | |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | v5.1 with A2DP, LE, apt-X HD |
| GPS | Yes + A-GPS support, & GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Radio | FM Radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
| NFC | No |
| Data | GPRS, Edge, 3G (HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps), 4G LTE-A, 5G capable |
| Features | |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint (under display, optical), Gyro, Proximity |
| Audio | 3.5mm Audio Jack, MP4/H.264/FLAC player, MP3/eAAC+/WAV player, Speaker Phone |
| Browser | HTML5 |
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM |
| Games | Built-in + Downloadable |
| Torch | Yes |
| Extra | RGB ring lights around the cameras (notifications, charging progress), IPX4, dust and water-resistant, Document editor, Photo/video editor |
| Battery | |
| Capacity | (Li-Po Non-removable), 4500 mAh |
| Fast charging | 33W, 31% in 15 min, 100% in 63 min (advertised), Reverse charging, USB Power Delivery |
| Price | |
| Price in Rs | 104,999 |
| Price in USD | $321 |
| Ratings | Average Rating is 4.4 stars - based on 182 user reviews. |
Prices of Oppo F21 Pro 5G
- USD: $321
- EUR: €280
- GBP: £242
- CAD: CA$414
- AUD: AU$446
- INR: ₹20,990
- JPY: ¥32,058
- CNY: ¥1,920

