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Oppo Reno 8 Pro is a premium mid-range smartphone launched in India in mid-2022. The smartphone has a premium look and feel, packs a lot of features and has a powerful Dimensity series processor. However, it has a tough opponent today in the form of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G smartphone, which, despite being a device from a higher class, now comes at a similar price point. So, if you’re in the market for either of these devices, make sure you read this comparison first.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Design
Oppo Reno 8 Pro gets a super unibody design and a glass and metal sandwich construction. It measures 161.2 x 74.2 x 7.3 mm and weighs 183 grams. In comparison, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE measures 155.7 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm and weighs 177 grams.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G comes with a metal frame but uses a plastic back. It is slightly more compact compared to the Oppo Reno 8 Pro, which facilitates one-handed use.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Display
Oppo Reno 8 Pro sports a 6.7-inch 10-bit AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support and a maximum brightness of 950 nits. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 layer.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G comes with a slightly smaller 6.4.-inch flexible AMOLED 2X panel with Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and HDR 10+ support. The Galaxy S21 FE 5G gets improved Gorilla Glass 5 protection compared to the Oppo Reno 8 Pro. Both the smartphones get a centrally placed punch hole camera cutout on the display.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Performance
Oppo Reno 8 Pro is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC, which is based on 5nm manufacturing process. Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G is equipped with Exynos 2100 chipset built on 5nm manufacturing process.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G can handle all your daily tasks without breaking a sweat. However, if straight-up gaming performance is what you’re looking for, you’re better off going with the Oppo Reno 8 Pro.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Cameras
The Oppo Reno 8 Pro comes with a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP primary shooter with f/1.8 aperture, an 8MP ultrawide snapper and a 2MP macro lens.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G gets a triple rear camera setup with f/1.8 aperture and OIS, a 12MP ultrawide shooter and an 8MP telephoto sensor, while Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G beats Oppo Reno 8 Pro in the camera battle. With 3x optical zoom and OIS (Optical Image Stabilization).
Oppo Reno 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Battery
Oppo Reno 8 Pro is powered by a 4500mAh battery coupled with 80W wired fast charging support, which promises to charge from zero to 45 percent in 10 minutes.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G packs a 4500mAh battery with 25W wired charging support, which is said to provide 50 percent battery charge in 30 minutes. The device also gets 15W wireless charging and reverse charging options.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: Summary
Oppo Reno 8 Pro comes at a price of Rs45,999 in India, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G currently starts at Rs34,999. Unless you are into gaming, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G will be the perfect choice for you. It has compact dimensions, better cameras, wireless charging and a better UI experience. Don’t forget Samsung’s brand value. And that too at a very low price.
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