After the latest generation of its premium Find X5 smartphones, presented last February, Oppo has just unveiled its new Reno8 5G smartphones, at a conference held at the Palais Brongniart, for the first event organised by Oppo in two years on this continent. Launched in 2019, this range of more affordable models has already seen 80 million devices sold. " One of the biggest success stories on the market" according to the Chinese manufacturer.
While Oppo has announced its partnership with UEFA for sponsorship of the Champions League, the BBK Group subsidiary, like OnePlus, is aiming to continue its breakthrough in France and Europe with these Reno8 smartphones, with their unique finishes and top-of-the-range performanceparticularly in terms of photography. In just a few years, Oppo has built up a solid reputation against Samsung, Apple and others, to the point where it is now the fourth largest supplier in Europe, with market share growth of 94% in Western Europe and 16% globally.
Available in three versions - Reno8, Reno 8 Pro and Reno 8 Lite, the most affordable - Oppo's new range stands out for its the quality of its camera, close to that of premium models. It's the Reno 8 Pro that will undoubtedly catch the eye of professional travellers. Some of the features are common to the other models: a Sony 32MP IMX709 front sensor for selfies and, at the rear, the main 50MP IMX766 sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2MP macro sensor. But what sets the Reno 8 Pro apart is the integration of the MariSilicon X chip, also found on the Find5 X, which can capture night-time videos in ultra 4K mode. Hence the promise of excellent quality photos, selfies and videos. in all lighting conditions.
Another difference with the classic model is that the Reno 8 Pro's processor is the Mediatek Dimensity 8100 MAX, rather than the Dimensity 1300. Backed by 8 GB of RAM, this processor guarantees performance tailored to the most demanding applications. Similarly, this model features a slightly larger Full HD+ AMOLED screen - 6.70 inches compared with 6.43 inches for the other two models - and a higher refresh rate - 120Hz compared with 90Hz for Reno 8 and 60Hz for Reno 8 Lite - for smoother browsing.
With long-term performance claimed to be better than that of the Samsung Galaxy 22+combined with a 4,500 mAh battery ready for four years of use, and enhanced by the Super VOOC ultra-fast recharging solutionThe new range of Reno8 smartphones also boasts a design that's designed to be comfortable to hold. Available in black or shimmering gold for the Reno 8 and black or ice green for the Reno8 Pro, these smartphones stand out for their slimness and lightness: 179g and 7.67mm thick for the classic model, compared with 183g and 7.34mm for the Reno8 Pro.
But this new Reno 8 Series range isn't the only new thing Oppo has unveiled.
The Chinese brand also took the opportunity to present its new first tablet for the European marketThe new Oppo Reno8, the Oppo Pad Air, the Oppo Band 2 connected watch and the new high-end Oppo Enco x 2 in-ear headphones, with improved 50% audio quality. These headphones, priced at €199.99, are part of the Oppo Reno8 launch offer. In addition to a three-year warranty, these headphones are free with the purchase of a Reno8 smartphone (599,90€) or Reno8 Pro (799,90€).
