Oppo F21 Pro 5G vs Oppo Reno8 T 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Oppo Reno8 T 5G takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster 67W charging. While both phones share the same Snapdragon 695 chipset, the Reno8 T's charging speed provides a noticeable advantage for users prioritizing quick top-ups. The F21 Pro offers a slightly better camera system.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Oppo F21 Pro 5G | Oppo Reno8 T 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, April 12 | 2023, February 01 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, April 21 | Available. Released 2023, February 10 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.30 in) | 162.3 x 74.3 x 7.7 mm (6.39 x 2.93 x 0.30 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 173 g (6.10 oz) | 171 g (6.03 oz) |
| IPX4, dust and water resistant RGB ring lights around the cameras (notifications, charging progress) | - | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Schott Xensation glass | Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star2 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 950 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | - | 108 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, AF 2 MP, f/3.3, 34mm (microscope) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide) |
| Triple | 64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | 108 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, AF 2 MP, f/3.3, 34mm (microscope) Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | 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 |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 33W wired, PD, 31% in 15 min, 100% in 63 min Reverse wired | 67W wired, PD, 100% in 44 min Reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh | Li-Po 4800 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Rainbow Spectrum, Cosmic Black, Dawnlight Gold, Starlight Black | Black Starlight (Midnight Black), Dawn Gold (Sunrise Gold) |
| Models | CPH2341, CPH2455 | CPH2505 |
| Price | About 330 EUR | About 340 EUR |
Oppo F21 Pro 5G
- Better camera (64MP OIS)
- More compact design
- Stylish design
- Slower charging (33W)
- 60Hz display
- Less bright display
Oppo Reno8 T 5G
- Faster charging (67W)
- Larger display
- Good value for money
- Camera not as good as F21 Pro
- Larger size
- 60Hz display
Display Comparison
Both phones feature a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate. The Reno8 T 5G generally has slightly better color accuracy and brightness due to its slightly higher peak brightness. The F21 Pro has a more compact form factor, which some users may prefer.
Camera Comparison
The Oppo F21 Pro 5G boasts a 64MP main camera with OIS, offering better low-light performance and more stable video recording. The Reno8 T 5G has a 50MP main camera. Both phones feature ultrawide and macro lenses, but the F21 Pro's main camera gives it an edge in image quality.
Performance
Powered by the same Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, both phones offer similar performance for everyday tasks and moderate gaming. Don't expect flagship-level performance, but they're capable for their price range. Software optimization will play a key role in the overall experience.
Battery Life
The Reno8 T 5G's 67W SuperVOOC charging is a game-changer, allowing for incredibly fast charging times. The F21 Pro 5G's 33W charging is still respectable, but significantly slower. Both phones have a similar battery capacity (around 5000mAh), so the charging speed is the key differentiator.
Buying Guide
The Oppo F21 Pro 5G is ideal for users who prioritize camera quality and a slightly more compact design. The Oppo Reno8 T 5G is the better choice for those who value fast charging above all else and appreciate a larger display.