The Oppo Find N5 is a technical marvel. It's currently the world's thinnest "book" foldable phone, combining top-notch specs and futuristic design into a device that promises to be revolutionary. At just 4.2mm thick when open and 8.9mm when folded, it's practically thinner than most regular phones, and its 229g weight means it feels like a regular flagship in the hand. So Oppo has solved the biggest problem with foldable phones - thickness. But is that enough to make this form factor the norm?
Oppo with Find N5 sets a new milestone in development foldable smartphonesWith the thinnest “book” design ever and top-notch specs, it seems like foldable technology is finally becoming on par with traditional smartphones. But is that true? Despite the incredible 4.2 mm thick, impressive 8.12-inch OLED screen and Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the question remains whether this design can beat the classic flagship phones or will it remain a niche technology for enthusiasts.
Powerful 5600mAh battery, advanced 50 MP triple camera, extremely bright screens and fast 80W charging The Oppo Find N5 is without a doubt one of the most technologically advanced foldable phones to date. But with a high 1200 € price, the limitations of the square screen and the question of long-term durability remain a dilemma – Is this really the future of smartphones or just another expensive innovation that won't reach mass adoption?
Below, we analyze in detail whether the Oppo Find N5 really delivers. breakthrough in the foldable phone market or does it remain just an impressive but still unfinished experiment.
Design and display: When thinner means better
Internal 8.12-inch LTPO OLED the display with 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 2100 nits is the most impressive part Oppo Find N5, which we've seen on a foldable phone. The outer 6.62-inch display offers the same high refresh rate and an incredible 2450 nits of brightness, meaning it's perfectly usable even in bright sunlight. Both displays support stylus support, putting the phone in the same category as Samsung's Note devices and the iPad Pro. Despite all the improvements, the square shape of the inner display still means videos and apps aren't displayed optimally. While it has a larger surface area than the iPad Mini, the black borders make the screen feel smaller when playing videos, which calls into question its usefulness as a serious tablet alternative.
Oppo Find N5 Specifications: Flagship in the Body of the Future
He's hiding under the hood Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, the most powerful processor on the market, which, combined with 16 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage, ensures top-notch performance. The 5600 mAh battery is the largest we've seen in a foldable device, meaning the phone can easily last a full day of intensive use. With 80W wired charging, which charges the battery to 100 mAh in just 50 minutes, and 50W wireless charging, which is faster than many conventional flagships, the Oppo Find N5 sets new standards in the foldable segment. However, with prolonged use, the device does get warm, which indicates the limitations of cooling in such a thin body.
Cameras: Almost flagship, but still a step behind
The cameras are Oppo has paid a lot of attention, but foldable phones simply can't compete with the best camera phones. The primary 50 MP sensor with a wide aperture and optical stabilization is solid, but not on the level of the best flagship models. The 50 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom offers more versatility, while the 8 MP ultra-wide-angle sensor remains average. The selfie camera, on both the internal and external screens, delivers a modest 8 MP, which means that for true photography enthusiasts, a classic flagship phone will still be a better choice.
Is the price of the Oppo Find N5 the biggest obstacle? Or is it even very affordable?
Despite all the technical advances, the question remains whether foldable phones can even become mainstream. Oppo Find N5 It costs around 1,200 euros, which is cheaper than the Galaxy Z Fold 5 at launch, but still more expensive than most mainstream flagship models. The main obstacle remains the price, as despite all its advantages, this phone form factor still does not offer enough universal usability to convince users on a mass scale.
Conclusion: Evolution, not revolution
Oppo Find N5 is without a doubt the best foldable phone ever, but foldable phones still haven't solved all their problems. From an engineering perspective, it's an incredible achievement, proving that manufacturers are able to combine an ultra-thin design, a powerful battery, and top-notch specs into a device that's virtually no compromise. However, price, overheating, and the questionable usability of a square screen remain obstacles that have prevented foldable phones from becoming a serious threat to traditional smartphones.
Technology is moving forward, and the Oppo Find N5 shows what's possible. But the key question remains - will foldable phones ever become a real alternative to regular phones? For now, they remain a fascinating but niche luxury, one that will be thought of mainly by tech enthusiasts.
