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Oppo’s New Foldable: A Smart, Slim Phone That Stands Out

AsiaTuesday, March 17, 2026

Oppo has released a fresh foldable that could catch the eye of tech lovers who prefer a sleek, powerful phone. The new model arrives only in Asian markets for now, but its design and specs suggest it can compete with the top foldables on the market.

Invisible Crease

  • Crease Height: Just 0.05 mm, thanks to advanced printing and laser scanning.
  • Folded Thickness: 8.93 mm, almost the same as regular smartphones.

Display

Panel Size Peak Brightness
Front 6.62 inch 3,500 nits
Inner 2,500 nits

Both panels are larger and brighter than in earlier foldables, ideal for outdoor use and video playback.

Performance

  • Chipset: 7‑core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
  • Battery: 6,000 mAh
  • Front screen video playback: ~30 hours
  • Inner display usage: >24 hours

Charging

  • Fast Wired: Up to 80 W (proprietary charger)
  • Alternative Wired: Up to 55 W
  • Wireless: 50 W (only with Oppo’s charger)
  • No standard magnetic docks or Qi 2 compatibility.

Camera System

Sensor Megapixels Lens Features
Main 200 MP f/1.8 120 fps video, high‑resolution mode
Ultra‑Wide 50 MP 4K/60 fps
Telephoto 50 MP 3× optical zoom 4K/60 fps

All three cameras retain versatile shooting modes from previous models.

Software & Features

  • Multitasking: Full‑screen app + three floating windows; gestures for navigation.
  • Stylus Support: Attached to the back, wirelessly charged, on‑screen palette.
  • Connectivity: iPhone Connect for file sharing; remote PC control turns the foldable into a mini laptop.

Availability & Pricing

  • Launch Date: March 20
  • Markets: China, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, and other Asian regions.
  • Price Range: ¥9,999 (~$1,450) for 12 GB/256 GB variant.
  • Colors: Silver and muted orange.

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