Overall Score
63.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1767)63.0
Performance(#2501)64.8
Camera(#2296)45.0
Display(#999)84.5
Battery(#2814)55.5
Build(#8689)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Oppo F21 Pro
Short Review
- The Oppo F21 Pro features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm and a weight of 175g, available in multiple colors including Cosmic Black and Sunset Orange.
- Its 6.43-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at up to 800 nits peak brightness.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, ensuring efficient multitasking and app performance.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor, a 2 MP microscope lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps.
- A 32 MP front camera supports high-quality selfies.
- The 4500mAh battery supports 33W fast charging, allowing for quick power replenishment.
- Running on Android 12 with ColorOS 14, the software is upgradable to Android 14, providing a modern user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB Type-C, though it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Oppo F21 Pro combines solid specifications with a stylish design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, April 12
Announced2022, April 12
DescriptionAlso known as Oppo F21s Pro
Display
Size6.43"
TypeAMOLED, 90Hz, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM), 800 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera64 MP
Main Camera Details64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF2 MP, f/3.3, (microscope)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4500 mAh
Charging Details33W wired, 100% in 60 minReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.30 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCosmic Black, Sunset Orange, Dawnlight Gold, Starlight Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14
OS VersionAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes