We're currently testing the Oppo Reno 13 Pro, so we'd recommend waiting until we've published that review if the Reno 12 Pro is on your shopping list.
Since dropping back into the global phone market in 2024, Oppo has been on a hot streak. The Chinese phone maker has impressed with its recent releases, from its well-positioned cheap phones to flagships that push the boundaries of what's even possible with a smartphone.
Even before its break from certain Western markets, Oppo had a great reputation for sleek and forward-thinking designs, but since the company's return, it's garnered a well-earned reputation for hardware power, too. Its handsets are also focused on value for money, and though not always cheap, they do tend to undercut the competition.
With all that in mind, choosing the right Oppo phone isn't always the easiest task. The company's super-premium handsets offer so much power that it can be hard to tell whether it's necessary, while the well-populated mid-range bracket offers a wealth of options.
We've reviewed every model listed below, so you know our ranking is based on real-world experience. If, after reading, you’re still undecided on whether an Oppo phone is for you, be sure to check out our best Android phones, best cheap phones, and best iPhones lists for more options.
Best Oppo phones 2025
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Best Oppo phone
Though Oppo had released several phones before it, the Find X8 Pro feels like the brand’s true return to the global stage. This is a sleek, swift, and sophisticated flagship that sports a ridiculously great quad-camera system, a 6.78-inch 1264 x 2780 120Hz display, and a cutting-edge silicon carbon battery with 80W wired charging.
Oppo has set its sights on the super-premium segment of the market with this powered-up handset, and the Find X8 Pro sits happily alongside the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra performance-wise. At a starting price of £1,050 / AU$1,799 (roughly $1,330), the Find X8 Pro isn’t exactly cheap, but it does offer more value for money than its closest competitors.
For one, the internal specs of the Find X8 Pro are up there with the best phones on the market: you get the speedy MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset with 12GB or 16GB of RAM, depending on the storage configuration. That power is channeled through Android 15, with five further updates promised. There’s also a full suite of AI tools, and Google supplies Gemini and Circle to Search.
Finally, the Find X8 Pro is the best current example of Oppo’s excellent design sense – the phone features rounded flat sides and a ring-shaped camera module, with quality buttons and thin bezels around the display. Two color options are available: a sleek, but conventional, black, and a pearlescent white that offers a beautifully subtle design that’s unique to each individual handset.
With the ultra-deluxe Find X8 Ultra seemingly stuck in China for now, the Find X8 Pro is the best Oppo phone you can buy.
Read our in-depth Oppo Find X8 Pro review
Best value Oppo phone
Oppo has made its name for itself in the value-focused phones space, which makes the Reno 12 Pro a doubly impressive piece of kit – this is an exceptionally well-priced smartphone that only really stumbles when things get too ambitious. For £499, you get a great display, a 2x telephoto zoom camera, strong battery life with 80W charging, and a crop of AI photography tools.
In terms of internals, you're looking at a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset, 12GB of RAM, and a very healthy 512GB of storage. The phone runs Android 15 and also sports a 5,000mAh battery, which the MediaTek chipset sips at slowly thanks to its efficient design. Externally, the Reno 12 Pro has a slightly less premium construction, but it makes up for it with a light build and modern aesthetic.
The Reno 12 Pro really sets itself apart with its camera module – it’s genuinely rare for a mid-range phone to feature a zoom camera, but the Reno 12 proudly sports a 2x telephoto lens. Sure, there are higher-magnification camera phones out there, but in a world of ultra-wide secondary cameras, it's genuinely encouraging to see this feature. The payoff is felt in the Reno 12 Pro’s bright, pleasant photos.
Elsewhere, the Reno 12 Pro offers solid all-round performance with a few premium perks. For example, the phone supports 80W charging and comes with a suite of AI features. Compared to other phones in this price bracket, like the Google Pixel 8a and iPhone SE (2022), the Reno 12 Pro is a very strong contender indeed.
Do note, however, that the Oppo Reno 13 Pro is now available to buy. We're currently testing that device, and it'll likely replace the Reno 12 Pro in this slot, so we'd only recommend buying the Reno 12 Pro if you can score it at a major discount.
Read our in-depth Oppo Reno 12 Pro review
Best budget Oppo phone
At the upper end of the budget range, the plucky Oppo Reno 12 FS 5G offers a lot for a phone that costs just £299. Though Oppo has clearly chosen to prioritize certain aspects of the phone to keep costs down, this is an altogether capable device 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
Best folding Oppo phone
It isn't easy to get hold of, but despite being a regional exclusive to South East Asia, the Oppo Find N5 is our pick for the best Oppo foldable. During testing, we were blown away by the Find N5's forward-thinking design: it remains the world's thinnest book-style folding phone and second thinnest foldable overall, behind the unique Huawei Mate XT folding phone, and that focus on ergonomics makes the Oppo Find N5 perhaps the most attractive of the bunch.
The Oppo Find N5 sports two excellent displays, a 6.62-inch cover display and an 8.1-inch inner display, both of which are the largest you'll find on a phone of this form factor. These are high-resolution, high-brightness panels that, at the best of times, feel seamless to switch between, making the Find N5 a worthy rival for the market-leading Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.
As for internal hardware, the Oppo Find N5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and 16GB of RAM, with 512GB of storage and a 5,600mAh battery. That's an impressive specs sheet for any handset, let alone one that folds in half. Its cameras, while not class-leading, are a decent trio of wide, ultra-wide, and 3x telephoto lenses. They're capable of impressive shots, especially considering Oppo has shrunk down the camera bump in line with the phone's overall svelte profile.
It's a real shame that the Oppo Find N5 is so hard to come by. Importing a phone is rarely worth it due to a lack of warranty coverage and customs fees, but if you do somehow find yourself with a Find N5 to hand, you can rest assured that it's one of the best Oppo phones around. For the best foldable Oppo phone available outside of China, you're looking at the Oppo Find N2 Flip, but it's a little outdated in 2025, and is likely only available through third-party retailers.
Read our in-depth Oppo Find N5 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.
