Oppo Reno5 K vs Reno 10x Zoom: A Clash of Generations

Oppo's Reno series consistently delivers stylish phones with impressive features. But which one is right for you? We're pitting the newer Oppo Reno5 K against the older, but powerful, Oppo Reno 10x Zoom in a head-to-head comparison to help you decide.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Reno 10x Zoom wins overall thanks to its Snapdragon 855 chipset, superior camera capabilities, and significantly faster charging. However, the Reno5 K offers a more modern design and potentially better value for budget-conscious buyers.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo Reno5 K	Oppo Reno 10x zoom

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands	1, 3, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	-
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO

Launch
Announced	2021, February 25	2019, April. Released 2019, June
Status	Available. Released 2021, March 05	Discontinued

Body
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Dimensions	159.1 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm (6.26 x 2.89 x 0.31 in)	162 x 77.2 x 9.3 mm (6.38 x 3.04 x 0.37 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	172 g or 180 g (6.07 oz)	210 g (7.41 oz)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5	Corning Gorilla Glass 6
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~387 ppi density)
Size	6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.5% screen-to-body ratio)	6.6 inches, 108.6 cm2 (~86.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	OLED, 90Hz, 600 nits (typ), 750 nits (peak)	AMOLED

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570)	Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm)	Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
GPU	Adreno 619	Adreno 640
OS	Android 11, ColorOS 11.1	Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, ColorOS 11

Memory
Card slot	No	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
	UFS 2.1	UFS 2.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad	64 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	-
Single	32 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm	-
Triple	-	48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/3.0, 130mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF OIS, 5x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide)
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps; gyro-EIS	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, gyro-EIS; video rec. only with main camera

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	LED flash, HDR
Single	32 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm	Motorized pop-up 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video	1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers
	-	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX HD
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C, 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 (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	65W wired 5W reverse wired	20W wired
Type	Li-Po 4300 mAh	Li-Po 4065 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Moonlight Black, Starry Dream, Blue Breeze	Ocean Green, Jet Black, Mist Pink, Ocean Blue
Models	PEGM10	CPH1919, PCCM00
Price	About 370 EUR	About 1020 EUR

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 107h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-24.7 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 364220 (v7), 407473 (v8) GeekBench: 10395 (v4.4), 2103 (v5.1) GFXBench: 35fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Reno5 K

Faster Charging (65W)
Modern Design
Potentially Better Value
5G Connectivity

Less Powerful Chipset
Likely Inferior Camera
Lower Display Brightness

Oppo Reno 10x zoom

Flagship Chipset (Snapdragon 855)
Superior Camera Performance
Excellent Battery Life
Theoretically Infinite Contrast Ratio Display

Slower Charging (20W)
Older Design
Potentially Higher Price (due to age)

Display Comparison

The Reno 10x Zoom boasts a theoretically infinite contrast ratio, suggesting excellent blacks and vibrant colors. While the Reno5 K's display is likely good, the 440 nits brightness of the Reno 10x Zoom is a key factor. Expect better outdoor visibility on the older model.

Camera Comparison

The Reno 10x Zoom's camera system is likely more advanced, given its age and the Snapdragon 855's image processing capabilities. While both offer 'Photo/Video' functionality, the 10x Zoom likely has better zoom capabilities and overall image quality, especially in low light. The Reno5 K will still take good photos, but won't match the flagship performance.

Performance

The Snapdragon 855 in the Reno 10x Zoom is a significant step up from the Snapdragon 750G in the Reno5 K. While the 750G is capable, the 855 offers noticeably faster processing speeds and better handling of demanding games and applications. The Reno 10x Zoom will feel snappier overall.

Battery Life

Both phones boast an impressive endurance rating of 107 hours. This suggests excellent battery life for both devices, though real-world usage will vary. However, the Reno5 K's 65W charging is a massive advantage, allowing for significantly faster top-ups compared to the Reno 10x Zoom's 20W charging.

Buying Guide

The Oppo Reno5 K is ideal for users prioritizing fast charging, a modern design, and a smoother everyday experience on a tighter budget. The Oppo Reno 10x Zoom is best suited for photography enthusiasts and those who demand flagship-level performance, even in an older device.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the Snapdragon 855 still a good chipset?

Yes, the Snapdragon 855 remains a capable chipset, offering flagship-level performance that's still suitable for most tasks and games, even today. It's a significant upgrade over the 750G.

❓ Which phone has better battery life?

Both phones have an endurance rating of 107 hours, suggesting comparable battery life. However, the Reno5 K's faster charging makes it more convenient to top up.