Oppo Find X2 vs OnePlus 8 Pro: A Deep Dive into Flagship Performance and Value

The Oppo Find X2 and OnePlus 8 Pro, both powered by the Snapdragon 865, represent a fascinating intersection of design and performance. Released around the same time, they cater to a similar audience but diverge in key areas like display technology, charging speed, and price. This comparison dissects these differences to determine which phone delivers the most compelling experience.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For the average user, the OnePlus 8 Pro emerges as the stronger choice. While the Oppo Find X2 boasts a slightly brighter display, the OnePlus 8 Pro’s significantly lower price, coupled with comparable performance and a robust battery life, makes it the more practical and value-driven option.

PHONES
Phone Names Oppo Find X2 OnePlus 8 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 661, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 66 - EU
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA1, 3, 7, 28, 78 SA/NSA - EU
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G 7.5 Gbps DL
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 -78 SA/NSA - IN
Launch
Announced2020, March 062020, April 14
StatusAvailable. Released 2020, March 06Available. Released 2020, April 21
Body
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 6), ceramic back or glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Dimensions164.9 x 74.5 x 8 mm (6.49 x 2.93 x 0.31 in)165.3 x 74.4 x 8.5 mm (6.51 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight209 g (Ceramic) / 192 g (Glass) (6.77 oz)199 g (7.02 oz)
 IP54, dust and water resistantIP68 dust/water resistant
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 6Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1440 x 3168 pixels (~513 ppi density)1440 x 3168 pixels (~513 ppi density)
Size6.7 inches, 111.7 cm2 (~90.9% screen-to-body ratio)6.78 inches, 111.7 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 1200 nits (peak)Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+)Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+)
GPUAdreno 650Adreno 650
OSAndroid 10, ColorOS 7.1Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
 UFS 3.0UFS 3.0
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad-48 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 116˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.4, (Color filter camera)
Triple48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.4", AF-
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS; HDR4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDRHDR
Single32 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
Comms
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a)GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging65W wired, PD, 100% in 38 min30W wired, 50% in 23 min 30W wireless, 50% in 30 min 3W reverse wireless
TypeLi-Po 4200 mAhLi-Po 4510 mAh, non-removable
Misc
ColorsBlack, OceanGlacial Green, Ultramarine Blue, Onyx Black
ModelsCPH2023, PDEM10IN2023, IN2020, IN2021, IN2025
PriceAbout 310 EURAbout 310 EUR
Pricing
128GB 8GB RAM-$ 428.39
256GB 12GB RAM$ 1,190.00$ 853.51
RENEWED£ 199.00$ 486.00
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 103h
Camera Photo / Video Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker -25.0 LUFS (Very good) -23.5 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 573276 (v8) GeekBench: 3374 (v5.1) GFXBench: 24fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Find X2

  • Higher peak display brightness (850 nits)
  • Extremely fast 65W wired charging
  • Premium build quality (assumed based on brand positioning)

  • Significantly higher price ($1,190)
  • Lacks wireless charging
  • Limited battery information

OnePlus 8 Pro

  • Much lower price ($853.51 / $428.39)
  • Versatile charging options (wired, wireless, reverse wireless)
  • Excellent battery endurance (103h)

  • Slower wired charging than Oppo Find X2
  • Display brightness potentially lower than Oppo Find X2
  • Image processing style may not appeal to all users

Display Comparison

Both the Oppo Find X2 and OnePlus 8 Pro feature excellent displays, but subtle differences exist. The Oppo Find X2 reaches a measured peak brightness of 850 nits, offering superior visibility outdoors. The OnePlus 8 Pro, while lacking a specific brightness figure, boasts an 'Infinite' contrast ratio, suggesting deep blacks and vibrant colors. Both utilize high refresh rate panels, though the specific refresh rate isn't provided in the data. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s display benefits from a potentially wider color gamut and more sophisticated calibration, given OnePlus’s history with display tuning. The lack of LTPO information for either device means we can't assess dynamic refresh rate efficiency.

Camera Comparison

Both phones are listed as having Photo/Video capabilities, but lack specific details regarding sensor size, aperture, or image processing. This makes a direct comparison challenging. Given OnePlus’s collaboration with Hasselblad in later models, it’s reasonable to assume the OnePlus 8 Pro’s image processing leans towards a more natural color profile. The absence of details on OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) is a significant omission. Without this information, assessing low-light performance and video stabilization is impossible. The lack of mention of specific lens types (ultrawide, telephoto) further limits the comparison.

Performance

Both devices are equipped with the Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) chipset and an Octa-core CPU configuration (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77, 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77, 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55). This means raw processing power is virtually identical. The 12GB of RAM in the specified configurations ensures smooth multitasking on both. Thermal management, however, is an unknown factor. Without specific testing data, it’s difficult to determine which device sustains peak performance for longer periods. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s larger chassis *could* offer slightly better thermal dissipation, but this is speculative.

Battery Life

The OnePlus 8 Pro boasts an endurance rating of 103 hours, indicating strong battery life. The Oppo Find X2’s battery capacity is not specified, making a direct mAh comparison impossible. However, the OnePlus 8 Pro’s charging capabilities are significantly more versatile. It supports 30W wired charging (50% in 23 minutes), 30W wireless charging (50% in 30 minutes), and 3W reverse wireless charging. The Oppo Find X2 offers a blazing-fast 65W wired charging (100% in 38 minutes) but lacks wireless charging options. This makes the OnePlus 8 Pro more convenient for users who prefer wireless charging or need to top up other devices.

Buying Guide

Buy the Oppo Find X2 if you prioritize absolute peak display brightness and are willing to pay a premium for it. Its 850 nits max brightness will be noticeable in direct sunlight. Buy the OnePlus 8 Pro if you value a balanced package of performance, battery life, and affordability. The wider range of RAM/storage options and significantly lower price point make it ideal for users seeking flagship features without breaking the bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the OnePlus 8 Pro's 30W charging feel significantly slower than the Oppo Find X2's 65W?
While 65W is undeniably faster on paper, the OnePlus 8 Pro's 30W charging is still quite rapid, reaching 50% charge in just 23 minutes. The convenience of wireless charging, which the Oppo Find X2 lacks, further mitigates the speed difference for many users. The difference is noticeable, but not necessarily a dealbreaker.
❓ Given the similar chipsets, will I notice a performance difference between the Oppo Find X2 and OnePlus 8 Pro in demanding games?
In most scenarios, you won't perceive a significant performance difference. Both phones utilize the Snapdragon 865 and 12GB of RAM. However, sustained performance under heavy load *could* vary depending on thermal management. Without specific thermal testing data, it's difficult to say which phone will maintain peak performance for longer gaming sessions.
❓ Is the lower price of the OnePlus 8 Pro worth sacrificing potential display quality?
For most users, absolutely. The Oppo Find X2's brighter display is beneficial in direct sunlight, but the OnePlus 8 Pro's display is still excellent. The substantial price difference allows you to allocate funds to other accessories or experiences, making it a more practical choice for the majority of consumers.