Oppo R5: A Closer Look at Specs and Cameras

Oppo announced the launch of the R5 smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the Oppo R5 phone with 5.2 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.

The Oppo R5 smartphone comes with Android OS v4.4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.2 inch AMOLED displays has fast response times, which means they can transition quickly between different colors and refresh rates. This smartphone has a single camera on the back (13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus). The single camera setup can be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The selfie camera of R5 allows you to capture self-portraits or group photos without needing someone else to take the picture for you.

Oppo R5 pictures

The specifications below are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Oppo R5, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

Oppo R5 specifications

Body

The weight of Oppo R5 is about 5.47 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Oppo smartphone are average (5.86 x 2.93 x 0.19 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A micro SIM is a smaller (15 x 12 x 0.76 mm) version of the standard SIM card used in mobile devices. The micro SIM card provides the same functionality as the standard SIM card, allowing the user to connect to a cellular network and use mobile data, voice, and messaging services.

System

The Oppo R5 comes with Android OS v4.4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is closely integrated with various Google services, such as Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive, which makes it easy for users to access and manage their data across multiple devices. The R5 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 CPU. This mid-range, quad-core CPU is capable of delivering fast and efficient performance for a wide range of tasks.

The R5 utilizes Adreno 405 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. Adreno GPUs are designed to work in conjunction with Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors. The latest Adreno GPUs support advanced graphics features such as high dynamic range (HDR) rendering, virtual reality, and augmented reality applications.

Display

The 5.2 inch phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. The 5.2 inch display make this smartphone pocket-friendly. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of Oppo R5 is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

With 2 GB of RAM, a smartphone can run multiple apps simultaneously without experiencing any significant lag or slow performance. Having more RAM alone does not necessarily guarantee better performance, and other factors such as the processor and storage speed can also impact overall performance. 32 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be the minimum amount of storage you would want in a smartphone. The R5 has only 16 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the Oppo R5 (2 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

The R5 offers only a single-camera setup. The single camera can still be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The main camera of the R5 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The R5 does not have optical image stabilization (OIS). OIS technology is more commonly found in higher-end smartphones and is designed to reduce camera shake and blur, resulting in sharper and clearer images and videos.

Connectivity

The Oppo R5 supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G stands for fourth-generation mobile networks, which are wireless networks that provide faster data transfer speeds and greater network capacity than previous 3G networks. To connect to a Wi-Fi network on the Oppo R5, you simply need to go to the Wi-Fi settings on the device, select the network you want to connect to, and enter the password. With Bluetooth connectivity, you can connect your R5 smartphone to a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more.

This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The R5 isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful for a variety of tasks and features. The R5 phone doesn't have built-in FM radio receiver.

The R5 has a microUSB port. MicroUSB is a type of USB connector that was commonly used on older smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. The R5 smartphone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is a small round port, that allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery

The Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of R5 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes: X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). This Oppo phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The R5 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. Gorilla Glass has a high level of scratch resistance, reducing the likelihood of everyday scratches and abrasions.

More Oppo smartphones

Check out the following collection of additional Oppo phones we have gathered for you. We have carefully curated this list to empower you with a convenient resource for exploring and comparing features, specifications, and capabilities of different Oppo phones, helping you make an informed decision when choosing your next device.

Oppo Realme Q3i 5G
Oppo F21 Pro 4G
Oppo A36
Oppo Realme Narzo 20 Pro
Oppo A11K
Oppo A7x
Oppo A9 2020
Oppo A74 5G

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