Oppo F1

Overview

The Oppo F1 is loaded with a collection of very respectable hardware for its $200 price tag. Inside is an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 SoC to power a 5.0-inch 720p display, all in a slim metal body. The cameras are billed as the stars of the show, particularly the 8-megapixel shooter on the front, alongside the 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4 that protects the display. But the question is, what don't you get given the cost of admission?

-- As reviewed by TechSpot

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 23 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

13
Average:

6
Bad:

2

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Last revision on December 1, 2017

Reviewers Liked

Stylish design, compact size and solid build
Good all-round performance
Decent camera quality with a lot of features
Low price
Decent battery life

Reviewers Didn't Like

Nonbacklit navigation keys
Android UI disappoints
No NFC or Wi-Fi ac
Expensive
Poor value

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Expert reviews and ratings

By TechSpot on April 08, 2016

The Oppo F1 is a top phone for those after a budget handset that most people won't be familiar with, especially as it can pass for something a lot more expensive. Its software may take a while to get used to though.

By TechRadar on June 30, 2016

A great SIM-free buy affordable phone that could pass for something pricier at a glance.

By TrustedReviews on June 02, 2016

Oppo F1 – Camera The Oppo F1 has a 13-megapixel rear camera with a flash. As with the screen, it roughly matches the best around on specs. However, where the Moto G uses a Sony sensor, this camera has a Samsung ISOCELL one and an f/2.2 lens. It's less...

By Trusted Reviews on June 02, 2016

It was a refreshing change to carry around a sensibly sized, low-weight Android phone, especially when that Android phone has head-turning looks without the wallet-emptying price. The Oppo F1's performance is first rate, it's got a MicroSD card slot to...

By Digital Trends on April 28, 2016

Great design, decent camera and an excellent battery. It may not be a flagship device, but the Oppo F1 manages to surpass our expectations in every aspect. Highly...

By T3 on March 29, 2016

In the past, we've derided OPPO for pricing its phones on the higher side, but the OPPO F1 seems to bring a welcome change. That said, at its asking price of Rs 15,990, it still can't match up to rivals as far as pure specs are concerned. And both the...

By 91mobiles.com on March 15, 2016

The Oppo F1 has a lovely design and great build quality. General performance is good, and both the front and rear cameras deliver good quality in most lighting conditions. Battery life is also solid, given the moderate capacity. It would have been nice for Oppo to have added some more creature comforts such as NFC or even backlit navigation keys, which are lacking on the F1.

By Gadgets360 on March 02, 2016

Overall, Oppo's F1 really pulls together the value experience, with more technology and a better feeling product at a $299 price point than some phones that cost twice that.Some things could definitely be better, sure, there's no doubt that the screen...

By Gadget Guy Australia on March 02, 2016

In OPPO's time in Australia, it's released some great phones at very reasonable price points. Its latest handset, the AUD$299 OPPO F1, is no exception. In some ways, it's the most impressive device in their current lineup.The F1 is the first in a new...

By CyberShark on February 24, 2016

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Oppo F1

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