Last year, Oppo released Reno 6 Pro 5G. It was a remarkable phone that is based on the Mediatek processor. Today, we take a look at the newly launched Reno 7 Po 5G.
The Reno 7 Pro 5G is based on a customised processor – Mediatek Dimensity 1200 MAX, which should perform simiarly as the Reno 6 Pro (based on Dimensity 1200). OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G features additional customizations to the SoC based on MediaTek’s Dimensity 5G Open Resource Architecture and designed to further enhance the overall user experience:
Reno7 Pro 5G is powered MediaTek’s latest flagship integrated 5G SoC, the Dimensity 1200-MAX, providing the most advanced 5G experience to date. Built on 6nm process technology, and with an Arm Cortex-A78 operating at up to 3GHz, the octa-core Dimensity 1200-MAX provides even stronger computing power with lower power consumption. With this powerful 5G hardware,
For 5G, the Reno7 Pro 5G supports 5G NSA and SA mode. Theoritically it is able to achieve up to 5100 Mbps peak downlink speeds and 700 Mbps uplink speeds. [see page 4 for 5G speedtest]
The Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G comes with a large 12GB RAM + 256GB ROM configuration together with OPPO’s RAM Expansion technology. With RAM Expansion, Reno7 Pro 5G’s original 12GB of RAM can be supplemented with a massive 7GB of temporarily allocated ROM. Even with multiple apps running at the same time, Reno7 Pro 5G still delivers the same smooth experience.
With 65W SUPERVOOCTM, you can charge the phone’s 4500mAh battery to 100% in as little as 31 minutes*; and just a 5-minute charge is enough to give you 4 hours of movie playbacks.
The Oppo Reno 7 Pro is also slimmer at 7.45mm (7.6mm on Reno6 Pro) but weighs heavier at 180g (177g on Reno 6 Pro).
The package
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Exclusively customized by OPPO and built with Sony, the IMX709 sensor brings both significantly improved and
all-new features to the front camera for the first time thanks to some breakthrough innovations:
• The IMX709 RGBW sensor features a revolutionary pixel array design that introduces white pixels not found in traditional RGGB sensors. These new white pixels, which can capture the full spectrum of visible light, are more sensitive to light intensity than other pixels, allowing the sensor to take in more light as a whole.
• When combined with OPPO’s Quadra Binning algorithm, the sensor is able to boost light intake without reducing color information. The algorithm has been embedded directly onto IMX709, greatly improving
cross-platform compatibility and image processing efficiency.
Thanks to these innovations, 60% more light can be captured with the IMX709* — so no matter where or when you want to take portrait photos or videos, you can be safe in the knowledge that they will come out looking brighter. The sensor also delivers much clearer images, with a 35% increase in signal to noise ratio. This allows for brighter nighttime shooting without affecting image detail.
IMX709 with DOL-HDR and Smart Wide-Angle
The industry first use of DOL-HDR on the front camera
DOL-HDR technology is able to sample different frames of the same image at different exposure levels
almost simultaneously and fuse them into one single image with a greater dynamic range. This reduces
the overall exposure period needed and avoids ghosting artifacts caused by movement.
With DOL-HDR on the front camera, selfies captured with Reno7 Pro 5G appear rich in detail, even with
strong backlight.
Smart Wide-Angle
IMX709 can automatically identify the number of people in front of your camera and switch angles
accordingly – when you’re taking a solo selfie, the standard wide-angle will make sure you fill up most
of the frame; when there are more people involved, the camera will switch to a wider angle to fit
everyone in.
With Smart Wide-Angle, Reno7 Pro 5G helps you easily get professional looking selfies in different
situations with just the click of a button.
IMX766: Flagship Sensor for the Main Camera
Co-developed by OPPO and Sony, the IMX766 sensor gives Reno7 Pro 5G users the power to capture
stunning portrait videos in even more scenarios.
The IMX766 is a large 1/1.56-inch sensor, featuring 1μm-sized pixels, which can be doubled in size to
2μm using OPPO’s Quadra Binning algorithm. The large IMX766 can capture even more light,
guaranteeing a better shooting experience in darker environments on Reno7 Pro 5G.
Like IMX709, DOL-HDR technology is also included on the IMX766 for improved shooting in backlight.
All Pixel Omni-Directional PDAF
All Pixel Omni-Directional PDAF is another key piece of technology that enables the IMX766 to
capture sharp images. Phase Detection Auto Focus technology features a 2×2 OCL structure in which
every pixel on the IMX766 can be involved for focusing. This delivers a huge boost in autofocus
accuracy and speed, even in difficult lighting, allowing for higher clarity snapshots even in dark
environments.
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With Reno 7 Pro 5G, you can now take potraits on both front and back camera with adjustable aperture from f/0.95-f/16. You will be able to shoot DSLR like shots with protrait subject pop out against multiple kinds of background to get your perfect bokeh effect.
Reno 7 Pro 5G also introduced an improved Bokeh Flare Potrait for photos and video on both front and back camera. The new Bokeh Flare Potrait video enhances skin tones especially in Dark or Night environments.
AI Highlight Video, OPPO’s ultra night video algorithm will automtially increase brightness and restore real colours based on light conditions detected. AI Highligh Video’s Live HDR algorithm kicks in when bright backgrounds are detected and automatically applies DOL HDR processing.
Here are some day shot with digital zoom of up to 20X and night shot with night mode enabled. Digital zoom above 10X is fuzzy. Night shot is pretty decent even dark indoors. In fact, it can even use the night mode to shoot stars without a tripod.
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It is a pity the Reno 7 Pro doesn’t seem to have OIS. Videos taken tends to be a bit shaky but acceptable. A gimbal stabiliser will help.
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Using the M1 5G SIM card, we are able to test out the 5G SA connection. It achieved close to 711 Mbps downlink speed.
Chceck out the video below
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Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G is the second phone we tested based on the Mediatek Dimensity 1200. Processor wise, this mid ranger is quite responsive and is on par with the Mi 10T Pro that is my daily driver. The 90 Hz screen is also fluid. Most importantly, the temperature seems way cooler than the equivalent Snapdragon. It is usually just over 40 deg C even under heavy game load. In fact, what I would say it is an upgraded Reno 6 Pro.
I like the colour design of this phone. It looks outstanding under any light source. I like the slim design. Although the sensor look big, but it blends well with the gradient blue colour.
The back camera takes impressive takes surprising good pictures even in dark environment. In fact it is comparable to the old Pixel 3 XL I used before. Digital zoom unfortunately at the max 20X is fuzzy and I would recommend at maxmum of 10X for digital zoom. Videos in 4K would be enhanced if there is OIS. The HD videos are stable with it’s Ultra Steady mode turn on during filming.
If you recall, the Reno 6 Pro was certified to work on Singtel 5G SA only but not on the other telcos. As I have a M1 5G SIM card, I was pleasantly suprised that 5G SA works on the M1 network. So, if you do intend to try out 5G network with M1 SIM only 5G (non contract), the Reno 7 Pro 5G will work out of the box.
In Conclusion, I think Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G is a good daily worker be it in shooting short vidoes, pictures. Download at amazing speeds with 5G too.
Pros :
- Slim and lightweight
- 90 Hz refresh rate
- Less heat
- Dual 5G Ready
- SuperVOCC
- Video bokeh / Bokeh flare
Cons:
- No OIS
Ratings
- Performance 9
- Design 9
- Features 8
- Usability 10
- Value for money 8
- Score : 8.8 / 10
Oppo Reno 7 Pricing
The OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G will be available from 15 January at a retail price of S$999 at OPPO Concept Stores, OPPO’s Shopee and Lazada Flagship Stores, M1, Singtel and StarHub as well as all authorised retailers.
· From 15 January till 4 March, users can purchase the Reno7 Pro 5G at a promotional price of S$919 (U.P S$999) at OPPO Concept Stores, and OPPO’s Shopee and Lazada Flagship Stores, will come with a pair of OPPO Enco Air earphones and a pair of movie tickets for ‘Reunion Dinner’, while stocks last.
· During the promotional period (15 January till 4 March), the OPPO Watch Free can also be purchased at a discounted price of S$99 (U.P S$129) alongside the OPPO Reno7 Pro – only at OPPO Concept Stores, OPPO’s Shopee and Lazada Flagship Stores.
