The Oppo Find N5 is a premium foldable phone making waves in the Nigerian mobile market. While Tecno, Infinix, and Itel dominate local conversations, the Find N5 offers a premium alternative with features rivaling Samsung's most expensive devices.
Here's a detailed look:
Design and Build
The Find N5 stands out as one of the slimmest foldable phones available. When folded, its sleek design feels like a regular phone, easily fitting in your bag or pocket. Unfolded, it transforms into a mini-tablet with an expansive 8.12-inch screen. Its 4.2mm thickness when unfolded rivals even the iPad Pro M4.
Key design features:
* Tough nano-crystal glass on the exterior.
* Flexible plastic for the foldable interior.
* Durable titanium alloy hinge.
* IPX8 and IPX9 certified water resistance.
* Luxe "aerospace-grade fiber” finish on the back (Cosmic Black or Misty White).
* Customized USB-C port.
Weighing in at 229g, it’s lighter than most book-style foldables.
Display
The Find N5 boasts impressive display capabilities:
* Main Display: LTPO OLED panel with over 1 billion colors.
* Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support.
* 120Hz refresh rate.
* Up to 2100 nits brightness.
* Cover Display: 6.62-inch screen.
* Up to 2450 nits brightness.
* Stylus support on both displays.
Performance
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor (3-nanometre technology), the Find N5 handles gaming, video editing, and multitasking with ease.
Memory options:
* 12GB RAM with 256GB storage.
* 16GB RAM with either 512GB or 1TB storage.
Note: No memory card slot for storage expansion.
Cameras
The Find N5 is equipped with a versatile camera system:
* Rear Cameras:
* 50MP main lens.
* 50MP telephoto lens (3x optical zoom).
* 8MP ultrawide lens.
* Hasselblad color calibration.
* 4K video recording with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision.
* Selfie Cameras:
* Two 8MP ultrawide cameras (one inside, one on cover screen).
* 4K and 1080p recording with video stabilization.
Battery Life
The device features a substantial 5600mAh battery, ensuring all-day usage.
Charging capabilities:
* 80W wired fast charging (full charge in 50 minutes).
* 50W wireless charging.
* Reverse charging.
Connectivity
The Oppo Find N5 offers comprehensive connectivity options:
* 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G support.
* Wi-Fi 7.
* Bluetooth 5.4.
* NFC.
* Infrared blaster.
* USB-C port with ultra-fast file transfer.
* Satellite messaging.
Other Features
* Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos.
* Side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
* Water resistance (up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes).
* No headphone jack.
* No FM radio.
Price
The Oppo Find N5 is priced around ₦3,599,000.
Should You Buy It?
Reasons to buy:
* Futuristic design.
* Doubles as a tablet.
* Handles demanding apps, games, and photography.
* Fast charging and long battery life.
Considerations:
* High price.
* No memory card slot.
* Limited official repair centers in Nigeria.
If you’re seeking a stylish, powerful, and innovative foldable phone and are willing to invest in a premium device, the Oppo Find N5 is worth considering.