The foldable smartphone market takes an innovative leap with the recent launch of the OPPO Find N3. Making its grand entry at a global conference, this new addition is priced starting from 9999 yuan, catering to the tech-savvy consumer looking for a blend of functionality and style without breaking the bank.
A Formidable Contender in the Foldable Arena
OPPO, already a notable player in the foldable domain, has outdone itself with the Find N3. Boasting over 1200 new form mobile phone patents and more than 280 water drop shape hinge patents, OPPO has emerged as a leader in China’s small folding market in the first half of 2023 and has also made a mark in Europe’s small folding share in the second quarter.
A Design That Marries Elegance with Robustness
The Find N3 is a marvel of engineering with its sleek body line and classic circular lens module design. It's surprisingly slim with a fuselage expansion thickness of just 5.8mm, and a folding thickness of 11.7mm. Depending on your preference, you can opt for the glass version weighing 245g or the leather version at 239g. The color palette is equally attractive with options like Thousand Mountains Green, Log Gold, and Underwater Black.
Display and Performance: A Cut Above the Rest
The internal and external double diamond screen is a standout feature of the Find N3. Both screens attain a 2800nit dynamic peak brightness with ProXDR display technology, enhancing the dynamic range by 8 times. The internal screen, a 7.8-inch AMOLED flexible display, supports a 120Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, the external screen is a 6.3-inch OLED display, also supporting a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the Find N3 houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile processing platform, supplemented by LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.0 flash memory. This powerhouse is cooled by a dual-axis graphite heat dissipation system, ensuring smooth performance even under demanding tasks.
Imaging and Battery Life: No Compromises
OPPO claims to "open a new generation of mobile imaging" with the Find N3. The rear setup comprises a 48MP main camera, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle, and a 64MP periscopic telephoto lens. The external screen front hosts a 32MP camera, while the internal screen front features a 20MP camera. With a robust 4805mAh battery supporting 67W fast charge, you can hit 100% battery in just 42 minutes. The inclusion of a multi-speaker system and a security chip with national secret level 2 certification are cherries on top, providing an immersive audio experience and chip-level protection for your data respectively.
With a plethora of advanced features wrapped in a stylish design, the OPPO Find N3 is indeed a compelling proposition for anyone looking to venture into the foldable smartphone territory without sacrificing on performance or aesthetics.
In terms of price, OPPO Find N3 12GB+512GB is priced at 9999 yuan, $1369, and the collection version 16GB+1TB is priced at 12,999 yuan. Pre-orders are now open and it will go on sale at 10:00 on October 27. The OPPO Find N3 also comes with a protective kit, which costs 199 yuan.
Globally the Oppo Find N3 will sell in a single 16/512GB version for SGD 2,399 (€1,650, INR 145,400, converted). Pre-orders begin tomorrow.
Source: igeekphone, gsm arena
