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Oppo can be a smartphone brand that's easily overlooked, especially since its availability in the US isn't robust. But the best Oppo phones are some of the best Android phones and best phones around if you put aside their hard-to-get issues.
On this list we've rundown the best Oppo phones to buy today based on our testing. That means the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and its stablemate, the Oppo Find X9 Pro, sit at the top of the list. Two excellent Android phone without many compromises.
Best Oppo phone
Oppo’s Find X9 Ultra steps confidently into flagship territory with its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 200MP main camera; two upgrades that instantly set it apart from its stablemates. It's a smartphone that clearly aimed at buyers who demand both top-end speed and an impressive photography experience from their phone.
Other specs, like a 6.82-inch OLED, 144Hz refresh rate display, and large 7,050mAh battery with fast charging, help cement the Find X9 Ultra's flagship specs. But these are no good if the phone doesn't live up to them; the X9 Ultra does in our reviewer's experience,
"The Oppo Find X9 Ultra has become my favorite Android phone. Its cameras are the best I've ever tested, its software is excellent, and its performance and battery life are similarly impressive," reviewer Luke Baker concluded.
Day-to-day use backs up those headline specs: the X9 Ultra feels fast and responsive under any workload, whether you’re gaming or juggling demanding apps. In extended gaming sessions, the phone maintained high frame rates without uncomfortable heat build-up.
The camera system is another a highlight: the 200MP sensor delivers superb detail, especially in good light, and Baker’s tests found that color accuracy and dynamic range compete directly with the best on the market (see the camera samples below).
Battery life is realistic rather than record-setting, but the phone can juice up from zero to 70% in half an hour thanks to 100W charging, though you'll need a compatible charger. 50W wireless charging is also on offer, which is fast for such wire-free charging.
Aside from a hefty price and no US availability, the Find X9 Ultra is the top Oppo phone to get for any Android power user.
Read our in-depth Oppo Find X9 Ultra review
Oppo Find X9 Ultra camera samples
Best Oppo phone for most people
If the Find X9 Ultra is too much phone for you, then the Oppo Find X9 Pro should be the alternative smartphone from the brand's portfolio to consider if you still want great specs and a more affordable price.
The Find 9 Pro has a smaller display that refreshes at a 120Hz when maxxed out, but it's still a great screen. It also has one less rear camera, by lacking the 10x telephoto snapper of the Ultra. But the Pro still captures some impressive shots, though our reviewer Jamie Richards did find the Find X9 Pro to be quite aggressive in its image processing; this wasn't found to be the case with the Ultra but it's worth noting software update could have smoothed things out.
With a larger battery than the Ultra, the Find X9 Pro has a bit of an ace up its sleeve compared to its larger sibling, delivering a battery life that could even see two full days worth of use. That may come at the cost of a less-powerful chipset, but Richards found the Find X9 Pro to be fast across a range of tasks, from gaming to everyday use.
"The Oppo Find X9 Pro isn't a perfect smartphone, but it comes pretty close. This is a powerful, sleek, and long-lasting phone that really earns its 'Pro' title, thanks to a powerful chipset, big and beautiful display, versatile camera system, and class-leading battery capacity," concluded RIchards. "Poor availability and a few strange software choices hinder an otherwise great Android experience, but if you can get it, this is a top option for any Android power user."
So there you have it, you can't go too far wrong with this Oppo phone.
Read our in-depth Oppo Find X9 Pro review
Oppo Find X9 Pro camera samples
Best value Oppo phone
Now that it's a not the latest phone in the Reno lineup, as that's the Reno 15 series which we're still waiting to test, the Oppo Reno 13 Pro now makes for a solid value proposition in for an Android smartphone.
Starting with internal hardware, the Oppo Reno 13 Pro sports the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, a healthy 12GB of RAM, and a flat-out impressive 512GB of storage. That's a capable handful of hardware by any measure, all kept going by a large 5,800mAh battery that our testing found could last for two full days of use, which is impressive considering the phone also sports a high-resolution 6.83-inch display.
The camera module remains a highlight: the Reno 13 Pro comes with a 50MP main camera, 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom. That zoom lens is the real kicker here – few other mid-range phones can offer that kind of optical zoom. The phone comes equipped with a solid array of software photography tools too.
So while it's not super-fresh, the Reno 13 Pro is still a capable smartphone that has Oppo's famously excellent design sensibilities, with elegant color options and a thin and light build.
Read our in-depth Oppo Reno 13 Pro review
Best budget Oppo phone
It's a little long in the tooth, but that means you can get the plucky Oppo Reno 12 FS 5G for cheaper than its £299 launch price. And you'll still get a phone that can handle most everyday tasks with relative ease.
The Reno 12 FS comes equipped with a large 6.67-inch FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and a huge 512GB of storage paired with 12GB of RAM. These are extremely impressive specs for a phone that costs so little, and while the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset won’t be winning any benchmark tests, it’s got power enough to get through the day with surprisingly good gaming performance.
The battery life on the Reno 12 FS is also excellent, particularly when it comes to standby times. A typical capacity of 5,000mAh goes a long way with a 1080p screen, and the SoC doesn’t seem to ever put too much pressure on the cell. Charging times are just okay, but you won’t need to top up that often, and when you do the stylish Breathing Light LED ring on the back will keep you apprised of your battery level.
Furthermore, while the cameras on the Reno 12 FS aren’t great, the photography tools are supported by a range of AI options and modes – Google Gemini is built in, too. As our review details, the Reno 12 FS is let down by its cameras, but for £299, this is a really strong contender.
Read our in-depth Oppo Reno12 FS 5G review
How to choose the best Oppo phone for you
The selection of Oppo phones available to UK buyers is currently focused on budget and mid-range handsets. The company is slowly returning to the UK market after withdrawing about a year ago, so we expect to see its lineup grow over time.
That said, the current first-party offerings will appeal to those who want a decent specs sheet and some AI features for much less than flagship price, while third-party retailers like Amazon offer some more mid-range and even former flagship phones. The selection isn’t that broad, but there are a few worthwhile options to consider – just don’t expect them to be on par with current-generation iPhone, Samsung, and Google phones.
Can I buy an Oppo phone in the US?
In short: no. Oppo doesn’t sell phones directly in the US and has no retail partners in the country. If you really want to buy an Oppo phone in the US, you’ll either need to head overseas yourself or embark on a potentially lengthy and almost definitely expensive import process, neither of which is advisable.
Is Oppo a good brand to buy?
The current Oppo lineup contains some great value buys, but it could be too early to say whether the brand is worth your money in general. The company is known for producing stylish, capable phones that don’t break the bank, but as of now, it's still completing its return to the UK market following a period of absence.
We’ll be able to say more definitively whether Oppo phones are worth your money once the lineup looks a little more robust. The company’s premium flagship Find X8 Pro is a fantastic start, but we nonetheless recommend appraising each of these phones individually.
Do Oppo phones have Google apps?
Yes, Oppo phones come with Google Mobile Services and the Google Play Store, so you’ll have access to Google staples like Pay, Maps, Gmail, and Photos, as well as the Google integration that Android offers.
The only phone makers to sell phones without the Google Play Store installed are Huawei and Apple – Apple has the App Store instead, while Huawei continues to develop its HarmonyOS ecosystem.
However, this rule doesn’t apply in China, where local apps are preferred to Google’s suite.