Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G: Oppo has launched its latest flagship challenger – the Reno 13 Pro 5G – blending premium design, pro-grade cameras, and blazing-fast performance at a surprisingly competitive price. With features that rival phones costing ₹20K more, does this device truly deliver? Here’s our in-depth review.
Display & Design: Curved AMOLED Brilliance
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6.83″ FHD+ AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate (buttery smooth scrolling)
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1272×2861 resolution (sharp 452 PPI density)
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Curved edges for premium in-hand feel
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Under-display fingerprint sensor (lightning-fast)
Why It Matters: The display delivers HDR10+ support for stunning Netflix/Prime Video streaming – a rarity under ₹50K.
Camera: Triple 50MP Setup Shines
Rear Setup:
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50MP main (Sony IMX890, f/1.8, OIS)
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50MP telephoto (2x optical zoom)
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8MP ultra-wide (120° FOV)
Front Camera:
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50MP selfie shooter (4K video calls)
Photography Highlights:
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“Master Portrait” mode mimics DSLR bokeh
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Night Video 2.0 outperforms iPhone 14 in low-light
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AI Color Portrait keeps subjects vibrant
Sample Shots: Daylight images show excellent dynamic range, though ultra-wide could be sharper.
Performance: Dimensity 8350 Dominates
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MediaTek Dimensity 8350 (4nm chip, 15% faster than Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2)
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12GB RAM + 256GB storage (UFS 3.1)
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Android 15 + ColorOS 14 (clean UI with 3-year updates)
Benchmark Scores:
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AnTuTu: 856K (beats OnePlus Nord 3)
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Geekbench: Single-core: 1245, Multi-core: 4150
Gaming Test: Runs Genshin Impact at 58fps (Medium settings) without throttling.
Battery & Charging: All-Day Power
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5800mAh battery (7.5hrs screen-on time)
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80W SuperVOOC (0-100% in 38 mins)
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5W reverse charging (for earbuds)
Real-World Usage:
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Heavy users: 1.5 days
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Average users: 2 full days
Price & Alternatives
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Current Price: ₹49,999 (12GB+256GB)
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Where to Buy: Flipkart, Oppo Stores
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Launch Offer: Free Enco Air 3 Pro earbuds (worth ₹5,999)
Alternatives:
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OnePlus 12R (₹39,999): Better chip but weaker cameras
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Vivo V30 Pro (₹51,999): Superior portrait camera
Final Verdict: 4.7/5 ⭐
Buy If You Want:
✓ Best curved AMOLED under ₹50K
✓ Pro-level photography
✓ 2-day battery with ultra-fast charging
Skip If You Need:
✗ Wireless charging
✗ IP68 rating (only IP54 here)
Bottom Line: The Reno 13 Pro 5G is Oppo’s most compelling flagship yet, offering 90% of premium features at 70% of the price. For photography enthusiasts and power users, this is 2024’s best-value flagship.