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| The Oppo Reno15 FS 5G packs a 50 MP selfie camera in a waterproof body. |
Oppo is kicking off the new year with a fresh addition to its popular Reno series. The newly announced Oppo Reno15 FS 5G has landed in select European markets, blending a familiar design with some seriously compelling hardware, headlined by a colossal battery and a rare rugged rating for a mid-range device.
At first glance, the Reno15 FS 5G sticks to Oppo’s established aesthetic playbook. It features the sleek combination of rounded corners and flat edges that has become a signature look, topped off with a rectangular camera module on the rear. But the real story is in its durability. The phone boasts an IP69 rating, meaning it’s not just protected against dust and temporary immersion in water, but also against high-pressure, high-temperature water jets. This makes it a notably tough option in its price segment.
Display and Core Specs: Smooth and Capable
The front is dominated by a large 6.75-inch AMOLED display with a sharp 1080p resolution and a super-smooth 120 Hz refresh rate, promising vibrant visuals and fluid scrolling. Powering the experience is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 platform. Built on a 4nm process, this chipset, which debuted in 2022, is designed for efficiency and reliable performance, pairing four Cortex-A55 efficiency cores with four Cortex-A78 performance cores.
For those interested in the finer details and official specifications, you can always check the source directly on Oppo's Polish website.
Camera and Battery: The Main Attractions
The camera system is versatile, if not class-leading. Selfie lovers get a high-resolution 50 MP front-facing camera housed in a centered punch-hole cutout. Around the back, the triple-camera array is led by another 50 MP main sensor, joined by an 8 MP ultrawide lens for group shots and landscapes, and a 2 MP macro camera for close-up detail shots.
However, the absolute standout feature is the battery. Oppo has packed a massive 6,500 mAh cell into the Reno15 FS 5G, a capacity rarely seen outside of gaming phones or specific battery-life champions. Paired with 80-watt USB-C fast charging, Oppo claims you can go from a terrifying 1% to a full 100% in just under an hour. The one notable omission is wireless charging, a trade-off likely made to hit a competitive price point.
Software, Price, and Availability
The device ships with the latest Android 16 out of the box. While Oppo promises a smooth user experience, the company has not yet detailed its official software update commitment for this model, which is a key consideration for long-term ownership.
As for getting one, the rollout is already underway. The phone is currently available in Italy through Oppo's Italian store in a single configuration: 8 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, priced at €469. French customers will have to wait just a little longer, with Oppo France listing the launch date as 27 January. For our readers in France, you can keep an eye on the official launch event page for updates.
All in all, the Oppo Reno15 FS 5G positions itself as a compelling all-rounder. Its combination of a huge, fast-charging battery, a smooth high-refresh-rate AMOLED screen, and that uncommon IP69 ruggedness makes it a unique proposition in the mid-range arena, especially for users who prioritize endurance and durability.
