Lenovo K10 Plus vs Oppo Reno7 Lite: A Detailed Comparison

Looking for a budget-friendly smartphone? The Lenovo K10 Plus and Oppo Reno7 Lite are both contenders, offering a blend of features at accessible price points. But which one reigns supreme? This comprehensive comparison dives deep into their specs, performance, and overall value to help you make the right choice.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Oppo Reno7 Lite emerges as the clear winner thanks to its significantly faster Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, brighter display, faster charging, and overall more modern features. While the Lenovo K10 Plus is a decent budget option, the Reno7 Lite offers a superior experience.

PHONES
Phone Names	Lenovo K10 Plus	Oppo Reno7 Lite

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands	-	1, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
	CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA	-

Launch
Announced	2019, September 23. Released 2019, September 30	2022, April 14
Status	Discontinued	Available. Released 2022, June

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, plastic frame, glass back
Dimensions	158.3 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm (6.23 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)	159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.30 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	172 g (6.07 oz)	173 g (6.10 oz)
	-	IPX4, dust and water resistant RGB ring lights around the cameras (notifications, charging progress)

Display
Resolution	720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
Size	6.22 inches, 96.6 cm2 (~80.5% screen-to-body ratio)	6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	AMOLED, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Silver)	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
Chipset	Qualcomm SDM632 Snapdragon 632 (14 nm)	Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 506	Adreno 619
OS	Android 9.0 (Pie), ZUI 11	Android 11, ColorOS 12

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	UFS 2.2

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	-	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm
Triple	13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF 8 MP, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens	64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.0, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.8", 1.12µm	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	FM radio, recording	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass

Battery
Charging	10W wired	33W wired, PD, 31% in 15 min, 100% in 63 min Reverse wired
Type	Li-Po 4050 mAh, non-removable	Li-Po 4500 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Sprite	Cosmic Black, Champagne Silver
Models	PAGW0015IN, L39051	CPH2343
Price	-	About 350 EUR
SAR	0.34 W/kg (head) 0.90 W/kg (body)	-

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 125h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-28.5 LUFS (Average)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 315250 (v8), 376819 (v9) GeekBench: 1996 (v5.1) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Lenovo K10 Plus

Affordable
Decent battery life
Reliable brand

Outdated chipset
Slow charging
Lower display quality
No 5G

Oppo Reno7 Lite

Faster performance (Snapdragon 695 5G)
Brighter display
Fast charging (33W)
5G connectivity
Modern design

Potentially higher price than K10 Plus
Software updates may be less frequent than some brands

Display Comparison

The Oppo Reno7 Lite boasts a significantly brighter display at 657 nits compared to the K10 Plus (specs unavailable, assumed lower). Its 'Infinite' contrast ratio (nominal) suggests deeper blacks and better image quality. The K10 Plus likely has a standard LCD panel, while the Reno7 Lite probably features an AMOLED or OLED display, offering richer colors and better viewing angles.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, the Oppo Reno7 Lite is expected to have a superior camera system due to its newer chipset and likely better image processing algorithms. Details on the K10 Plus's camera are scarce, but the Reno7 Lite likely offers better low-light performance and more detailed photos.

Performance

The Oppo Reno7 Lite's Snapdragon 695 5G chipset (6nm) is a substantial upgrade over the Lenovo K10 Plus's Snapdragon 632 (14nm). The 695 offers faster processing speeds, improved graphics performance, and 5G connectivity. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and a more responsive user experience on the Reno7 Lite.

Battery Life

Both phones are advertised with an endurance rating of 125h, suggesting excellent battery life. However, the Oppo Reno7 Lite's 33W fast charging is a major advantage, allowing it to charge significantly faster than the K10 Plus's 10W charging.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Lenovo K10 Plus? Users on a very tight budget who prioritize basic functionality and don't need 5G connectivity. Who should buy the Oppo Reno7 Lite? Anyone seeking a smoother performance, better camera, faster charging, and a more premium feel without breaking the bank.