Oppo Find X8 Ultra Cracks Under Pressure in Brutal Bend Test

Durability concerns emerge as flagship falters in stress test

The Oppo Find X8 Ultra, touted as a premium contender in the smartphone market, faced a crushing reality check when popular tech tester Zack Nelson (of JerryRigEverything) subjected it to his infamous bend test. In a video that’s gone viral, the device audibly snapped near the volume buttons after significant torsional pressure, exposing potential structural vulnerabilities.

Watch the dramatic bend test here

While the phone boasts a titanium frame and IP68-rated durability, Nelson’s test revealed alarming flexing before the critical failure. "The Find X8 Ultra survived scratches and burns flawlessly," he noted, "but physics won this round." The crack likely stems from stress concentration around the antenna lines—a recurring weak point in modern slim-design flagships.

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If the Find X8 Ultra’s fragility has you nervous, consider armor:
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The Takeaway

Oppo’s bend test fail highlights the eternal trade-off: ultra-thin designs often sacrifice rigidity. For now, handle that $1,299 marvel with extra care—or a very good case.

About the Author: Alex Chen is a senior tech columnist specializing in device durability. When not stress-testing gadgets, he’s hiking with a backup phone.