The Oppo Find X3 Pro is the 'Do-it-All' phone, and it does a good job living up to that. 

Key Features
  • Microscopic Camera
  • 120Hz refresh rate
  • 10-bit color display
Specifications
  • Brand: Oppo
  • SoC: Snapdragon 888
  • Display: 6.7-inch 1440p, 120Hz, 10-bit panel
  • RAM: 8, 12, or 16GB
  • Storage: 256 or 512GB
  • Battery: 4500mAh
  • Ports: USB-C
  • Operating System: Android 11, ColorOS
  • Camera (Rear, Front): 50MP widecamera, 50MP ultrawide camera, 12MP telephoto camera, 3MP microscopic camera, and a 32MP selfie camera
Pros
  • Incredible display quality
  • Ultrawide camera matches the quality of the wide camera
  • Battery life is very consistent and lasts a full day of use
Cons
  • The screen curves a little too much
  • The telephoto camera is underwhelming compared to the other cameras
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Oppo Find X3 Pro

At this point, we all know that Oppo and OnePlus have pretty heavy ties, and that means they inevitably release similar if not identical hardware annually. With the Oppo Find X3 Pro, this fact mostly remains correct. However, the refinements and the sheer luxury of owning this phone arguably make it the better device, even if it isn't available everywhere.

Design: Taking Inspiration

When it comes to design Oppo took inspiration from many smartphones; most notably, the iPhone 12 Pro comes to mind when looking at the eerily similar camera setup. That said, I think they took the liberty of polishing (literally) these design queues and making something that's unique and quite beautiful.

Oppo Find X3 Pro back

Let's start with the back because a lot is going on here. You can pick this device in either Gloss Black or (matte) Blue. The Blue color variant of this phone is almost one-for-one, the same color as the iPhone 12 Pro's Pacific Blue variant, but if I had to choose, I would opt for that color over the gloss black for one bothersome reason: the smudges.

When the Gloss Black is clean, it is stunning to see this device. It's a beautiful mirror finish, but as soon as you take this phone out of the box, you will undoubtedly pick up fingerprints, dust particles, and smudges. It's nearly impossible to keep this color clean if you plan on carrying this phone around naked. I highly recommend you put on the included silicone case to protect your device from looking dirty all the time.

Oppo Find X3 Pro against wall

The camera system feels elegant; I would go as far as to say that it looks and feels better than the iPhone 12 Pro that Oppo is copying. If you held the Oppo Find X3 Pro next to the iPhone 12 Pro series, there is no denying they copied Apple; it honestly looks like a mirrored image of the iPhone's camera system, but Oppo added many things to make it stand out.

For one, there is this seamless bump where the cameras sit; it's hard to describe, but essentially the rear panel is made of one sheet of glass, and this is apparent when you run your finger over the cameras. There is a seamless transition that makes this phone feel super chic, and it's one of the most captivating design elements of this phone. Oppo calls this a Gradient Arc Camera, and in a more practical sense, it should make taking your phone out of your pocket easier.

Oppo Find X3 Pro side

On the right side of the phone, you'll find your power button, which has this green accent, and on the left, you'll see your two volume controls. The buttons are clicky and tactile, and they are positioned well relative to the phone's size.

On the bottom, you'll find your speaker, USB-C charging port, and SIM cardholder. On the top, there is simply a microphone hole on the right side.

Oppo Find X3 Pro bottom

The entire phone is made from Gorilla Glass 5 and has an aluminum frame. Since the screen is curved, there is a seamless transition between the aluminum sides and the two glass sheets on the front and back; this phone feels great to hold. The device is also super light for its size, coming in at 193g (6.81oz).

Onto the front, you'll find the 6.7-inch curved display along with the off-centered camera hole punch on the top left corner. The bezels are relatively thin and uniform all around the screen.

Overall, Oppo did an incredible job with the fit and finish of the Find X3 Pro. The Find X3 Pro is a great device to recommend to people who want to carry a big screen but don't want a heavy phone.

Display: One of the Best

One of the main selling points of the Oppo Find X3 Pro is the screen, and it's one of the best panels on the market. Undoubtedly the Find X3 Pro shares the same Samsung panel as its OnePlus 9 Pro brother, but Oppo has added one differentiator to make its screen better than the rest.

Oppo's using its own Color Management System, which is capable of supporting the entire DCI-P3 wide gamut and 10-bit color depth, and what that boils down to is this panel can display more colors compared to any other device on the market. This display can produce 1.07 billion colors, where most flagships display about 16.7 million.

Oppo Find X3 Pro screen

On paper, this sounds impressive, and 10-bit is technically better than the typical 8-bit displays most people are used to; the only issue is most people don't have 10-bit content to consume. The Find X3 Pro can capture 10-bit photos and videos, but in practice, you're going to see a marginal improvement, and right now, 10-bit content is a niche.

When it comes to other aspects of the display, Oppo has done a tremendous job here. For one, this screen is a QHD panel and has a maximum resolution of 1440 by 3216. The screen supports a variable refresh rate of 5Hz-120Hz, which is great for battery life when you're doing less intense tasks on your device, such as reading or using the always-on display.

Oppo Find X3 Pro press image 2

The device also supports a True Tone-equivalent setting, which can adjust the temperature and brightness of your display with up to 8192 levels to match your environment. This feature is effective in reducing eye strain during both the day and night. I recommend you turn this feature off if you use your device to edit photos and videos.

The Find X3 Pro has an off-centered hole-punch camera just like the OnePlus 9 Pro, and for the most part, it blends in quite well when there is content on the screen.

The only part of this display I would find a tad bit annoying would be the curved edges. In pictures, the curved edges are beautiful, and Oppo has implemented many software features like edge-lighting to make use of the curve. While this aspect of the phone is purely just for design aesthetics, it would have been nice to see Oppo opt for a less curved panel like the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. The S21 Ultra still has a curve to its display panel, it's just much less prominent like the Find X3 Pro, and it helps reduce accidental touches and the general slipperiness of the phone.

Taken from Oppo's Press release

Overall, there is very little to complain about the display on this Find X3 Pro; it's quite simply one of the best displays out on the market right now. If you're looking to get a device that has a very adaptive and customizable display, the Oppo Find X3 Pro does not disappoint.

Camera System: The Ultrawide Finally Lives Up to the Main Camera

The Oppo Find X3 Pro's camera system has to be one of the most insane and unique assortments of cameras put on a smartphone, and I'd say 90% of the features in this camera experience are worth keeping around.

Let's start with the regular wide and ultrawide cameras first. The device sports Sony's 50-megapixel IMX 766 sensors, and this is in line with what is found on the OnePlus 9 Pro's wide and ultrawide, but I'd argue Oppo has done a better job here with its camera software.

The best way to describe the images coming out of these cameras would be to say they're very true-to-life in terms of color accuracy; the device does a great job creating natural colors and having excellent dynamic range. The main concern I have with the camera would be its handling of skin tones under harsh conditions. I have noticed that when it comes to skin tones, it can be a hit and miss; the camera can make skin look unnatural and unflattering at times, but under the right conditions, the colors look fine. The images taken were captured with AI-enhancer turned off.

My favorite aspect of this camera has to be the ultrawide camera. It's so much fun to use an ultrawide that matches the main camera in every aspect, and this makes its focal length much more enjoyable to use in more rigid situations like at night. The ultrawide produces identical results in terms of image quality as the main wide-angle camera, and it means you're going to be getting better sharpness, HDR, and color recreation with this focal length. The Find X3 Pro truly has the best ultrawide on any smartphone at the moment.

Moving onto the 12MP, 2x optical telephoto camera, it's noticeably much less impressive than other devices. The telephoto on the Find X3 Pro produces similar results to its 50MP sensors, but it lacks the same quality and sharpness as the wide-angle and ultrawide. While this camera isn't bad by any means, it feels like an afterthought compared to the other cameras found on this device.

The 32MP front-facing selfie camera is average for what it is; it's a little disappointing that a camera with its megapixel count only supports 1080p video recording, whereas, on devices like the iPhone 12 series, you're able to capture 4K video up to 60 frames per second.

The most unique camera of this entire camera system has to be the 30x microscopic camera. The 3MP microscopic camera on the Find X3 Pro is a gimmick, and I don't see any practical uses for it, but I can't seem to complain about it because of its novelty. The camera itself has a ring light around it, allowing for better quality lighting when you're using it, and I would say that you can capture decent images with it despite its low megapixel count.

I was able to capture images of the pixels on my other phone, a closeup of the petals of flowers, and even the individual fibers on my microfiber cloth. This camera, though a gimmick, is the most fun I'd had with such a niche and novel feature. While I don't think Oppo should spend more money on improving this camera, I would love to see companies adding features like this to their devices that extend beyond just software. Oppo did a tremendous job making this camera usable, and it's a great conversation starter.

Overall, Oppo did a great job with the camera experience here.

Performance and Battery Life

There's nothing to complain about here; the Oppo Find X3 Pro is equipped with the Snapdragon 888 processor, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. The device is very responsive, and I experienced no hiccups while using it. The device is more than capable of playing graphic-intensive games, storing large photo and video files, and doing so without breaking a sweat.

Oppo Find X3 Pro against wall

When it comes to software, ColorOS is quite good with all of its customizability and convenience features. For people who are used to more simplified experiences like OxygenOS or iOS, Oppo's skin on top of Android can seem daunting and takes some getting used to.

Something that was a pleasant surprise was the haptic motor on the device. Apple's Haptic Engine on its iPhones is by far the best because of how precise and tight the haptics feel, but the haptic motor on the Oppo Find X3 Pro is almost up there with the iPhone's, delivering satisfying haptics. Compared to my Galaxy S21, it's tighter and more precise.

When it comes to battery life, I would say the Oppo Find X3 Pro is on par with the large phones released this year. The Oppo Find X3 Pro has a 4500 mAh battery, and during my testing, the device provided 7-8 hours of screen on time during regular usage. On days with heavier usage, you can expect to get just under 7 hours. This is with maximum brightness, maximum screen resolution, and 120Hz enabled.

Oppo Find X3 Pro ports

When it comes time to charge, the Oppo Find X3 Pro supports 65W fast wired charging, and Oppo generously includes a charger in the box to let you achieve those speeds. You can reach 40% charge in about 10 minutes, which is incredibly convenient when you forget to charge your device overnight. The device also supports 30W wireless charging, but that requires Oppo's proprietary wireless charger to achieve those speeds.

Should You Buy the Oppo Find X3 Pro?

Overall, this is one beastly phone with a very sleek and understated design, and I don't think anyone picking it up would be disappointed in its feature-set. You're getting one of the best screens, battery life, performance, and camera capabilities on any smartphone on the market right now. This device is an excellent option if you want a phone that has every possible feature you would want on your device.