Less than a year since offering the Find N2 Flip, Oppo is now coming with a new update for the same device segment. Known as the Find N3 Flip, it is the third generation of devices with clamshell-type foldable screens from the brand. In general, the device still looks the same as the previous generation, especially when viewed from the design aspect.
But the fact is that Oppo has made some changes to make it more attractive. It is also common when there is a newly launched device that the question that arises is definitely whether it is worth having. We will try to answer those questions through this review article.
SPECIFICATIONS
Oppo Find N2 Flip
Inner Screen
6.8″ OLED LTPO
1080 x 2520, 120Hz, HDR10+
Outside
3.26″ AMOLED,
382 x 720
Dimensity 9200 processor (4nm)
1 x 3.05 GHz Cortex X3 chip
3 x 2.85 GHz Cortex A715
4×1.80 GHz Cortex A510
Mali-G710 MC10 Graphics Chip
RAM 12GB LPDDR5
Internal Storage 256GB UFS 3.1
Main Camera 50MP f/1.8, (Wide Angle)
48MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide Angle)
32MP f/2.4 (Telephoto)
Selfie Camera 32 Megapixel f/2.4
4,300 mAh battery
44W wired charging
SIM/Telephony Dual SIM nano / eSIM / 5G
NFC Yes
No Audio Jack
IPX4 Waterproof
Scan System Side finger scanner
Sale Price RM4399 (12/256GB)
Shape
As a replacement for the previous generation, Find N3 Flip still offers the same design concept but is more practical for daily use. It is suitable for those who prefer a more compact and thin device when folded.
It's even more interesting when the device can also be closed completely tightly without a visible gap between the screen. This is contributed by the advantage of the all-new Flexion hinge technology which allows more components to fit in the device.
It has even been upgraded with an IPX4 waterproof rating which means the device can withstand normal splashes but is not suitable for submersion in water. It is also completely constructed using a metal material that is said to work well 1,000,000 times.
At the same time also supports the ability to open the screen at various angles up to 110 degrees. There is no doubt that the experience of opening and closing the device feels pretty good but one thing I noticed is that the hinge makes a strange noise when in use.
Then the finish of the device also completely looks charming with several color options including Mistic Pink like the unit held in this article. To be honest, the device feels smooth without a frame and very easily traps dirt.
Therefore, the use of a frame is highly recommended for better protection and it is also given for free in the purchase box. It's even more interesting when it can also be adjusted to match well since the color is the same as the body.
Through the Find N3 Flip, the tri-camera system used is neatly arranged in a thick round camera bump. The probability of the lens being scratched increases with the use of this design. The camera configuration consists of 50MP (wide) + 48MP (ultrawide) + 32MP (telephoto) and supports built-in OIS.
There is also Hasselblad branding which clearly shows that Oppo is once again working with the company for the camera capabilities of the device. Completing it again is a round shaped LED Flash that is placed under the camera hump.
The standard button layout is still the same as its predecessor Find N2 Flip. On the right side there is an audio and power button with a built-in fingerprint scanner. The build of both buttons is robust and pleasant to press with good response. In addition, I would like to praise the fast fingerprint and face scanning with a response rate of around two seconds (manual count).
Moving to the left side, there is an Alert Slider button that was once popularized by OnePlus devices. It is not at all surprising because these two companies have been merging since 2021. There is nothing to be found on the top, then the bottom has an audio grille, a USB-C port and a SIM tray that only supports dual nano-sized SIMs.
The device is also actually equipped with a stereo audio system with Dolby Atmos with another speaker built into the earpiece. It is capable of producing a loud but unbalanced sound with the audio sound on the bottom speaker being louder than the top. At the highest volume, the audio does not break but starts to crackle.
Inner And Outer Screen
In the open position the 6.8-inch screen used is still the same as its predecessor Find N2 Flip. Likewise with the secondary size which is also maintained in a vertical position and is 3.26-inches which can be used for various things without issue.
The screen is entirely from AMOLED which also supports 2156 x 2344 pixels for the outer screen and 1060 x 2376 pixels on the inner screen. Advantages are also given on the main screen which supports a high refresh rate of 120Hz compared to only 60Hz outside.
Winning in that department, however, does not mean that there is nothing interesting on the secondary screen of this device. You should know that its secondary screen has now been integrated with third-party application support more widely. At the same time, it allows various applications such as Twitter (X), TikTok, Netflix, YouTube, Gmail, WhatsApp and so on to be accessed directly without having to open the main screen.
It seems that Effi's previous disappointment is also cured when the secondary screen this time can also be used to type. Where every message or email received can not only be read but can be replied directly from the same screen through the activated key display.
This upgrade sounds good because more things can be leveraged through it. But after using it for more than a week I would like to express its shortcomings caused by several things. Of course it is quite difficult to type in such a small space.
So using it to reply to a text or email on a messaging app is not the best experience. With a low screen resolution, it is easy to see pixels, especially when used to watch videos. For me too, logically, who would want to watch a video on a small screen?
Even so, its existence is not entirely negative but is still useful for something else such as the use of maps while driving. I also have to give praise for the Cover Screen Style presentation which now displays cute animal animations in 3D images that make them look like they are alive and moving.
The same goes for the visual presentation on the main screen, which is completely beautiful with clear details. Not only that, the color processing is also full of life and the scrolling experience also feels smooth on the 120Hz screen setting. One more thing that is sure to be a question for everyone is of course about the crease effect which I can honestly say is still there but not clear.
Software And Benchmarks – MediaTek Dimensity 9200
Android 13-based ColorOS13 operating system is used on the device. It is also actually the same software used on the Find N2 Flip with an interface very similar to the original Android. Icons are used very simply which is also easy to distinguish between each categorized function and feature.
The choice of color for the icon may be simple but has been used since before. As a device with a foldable screen, of course there are special features given. Among them are Flex Form Mode, Cover Screen Style, Mini Apps, Answer/End Call, Quick Reply and Screen off when folded.
The mainstay of the Find N3 Flip uses a MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chip with a combination of 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS 4.0 storage without microSD card capability. However, the storage can still be increased virtually up to 12GB through the RAM Expenstion feature. This means that in total this device can offer up to 24GB of RAM.
The MediaTek 9200 chip is also not a new chip but more powerful than the Dimensity 9000+ used on the previous Find N2 Flip. Speaking specifically, it is actually in the benchmark class chip group with the use of 4nm technology and equipped with eight cores. Next can also be a competitor to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip.
AnTuTu 3D
Oppo Find N3 Flip – 1,015,126
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 – 1,091,543
Vivo X Fold2 – 1,559,200
Geekbench 6
Oppo Find N2 Flip – 1,315/3,502
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 – 1,850/4,068
Vivo X Fold2 – 1854/5318
3DMark – Wild Life Extreme
Oppo Find N3 Flip – 2,255
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 – 2,319
Vivo X Fold2 – 3727
The overall experience was generally satisfactory but not the best. The device can handle most daily tasks well but there are still a few intermittent issues that occur in some situations. Even so, casual use will not actually notice the issue.
The experience of playing most games is also good but the device gets a little hot after long sessions. The same issue can also be felt with a more noticeable heating rate when doing benchmark tests and taking lots of pictures. However, it is not so extreme that it causes the device to fail to function.
The software is good with less bloatware issues and no ad problems. Oppo also promises updates of up to four versions of Android as well as five years of security patches on this device which gives it a long-term advantage.
Camera And Picture Quality
The tri-camera system used consists of a 50MP IMX890 sensor that supports built-in OIS. This is also combined with a 48MP ultra wide-angle and 32MP telephoto sensor that supports up to 2X optical zoom and 5X hybrid. No periscope zoom is included and the digital zoom limit can reach 20X. However, it should be noted that the zoom is only up to 10X when recording video. The front camera is 32MP f/2.0 with fixed focus.
The picture capture option can be taken at a ratio of 1:1, 4:3, 16:9 and full. Then followed by various built-in camera modes such as Pro, Video, Photo, Portrait and More. The camera is also easy to use with a built-in intelligence system that can automatically select the appropriate settings according to the situation. Macro mode will also be selected automatically when an object is detected close to the lens. For those who need a more professional camera application, Film and Xpan Mode can also be used with more detailed controls.
Video capabilities can be recorded at a maximum setting of 4K 30FPS with HDR, with only 1080P recording being able to record at 60FPS. The built-in stabilization system is also loaded with two shooting options of either 0.6X or 1X. At the same time, the use of this stabilization system is also limited to 1080P 60FPS recording only. There is also a small shortcut for Dual Preview which can display a preview on the external screen for easier shooting.
The main camera does a good job in most scenarios as it is capable of producing satisfactory picture quality. Through it, the image taken looks sharp and bright, and the colors this time are more natural without overexposure. Image detail is also well maintained with minimal noise.
Going back to the question of color earlier, when viewed as a whole it is slightly different from the previous generation which looks more alive. I can make an assumption that it may be due to the lack of support for their own ISP chip, which is MariSilicon X. As we already know, its greatness is able to improve the quality of pictures and videos, especially in dim conditions.
The ultra-wide picture quality is also satisfactory but color changes start to occur which are more bluish compared to wide sensors. Next, the built-in Night Mode allows nighttime pictures to look more striking. No noticeable noise problems are noticeable and objects appear bright enough.
Even so, this satisfactory result is only through the main camera. Things however start to change when night images taken from the ultra-wide angle lens are noticeably softer with image detail starting to disappear. The optical zoom quality is also disappointing when used at night.
The ability to zoom pictures between 1X to 5X can be taken easily through the icons provided. Decent photos however are only up to 10X zoom, then shots beyond that start to show blurry and broken results.
Battery Endurance
The 4,300mAh battery used is the same capacity as the Find N2 Flip. On average the device can last a full day on normal use with the 120Hz screen activated all the time. It can also last up to 9 hours for moderate use, then dips slightly with more frequent use.
For recharging, the device supports a 44W fast charging system without wireless charging capabilities and a charging head is provided once in the box along with a white USB-C cable. The device can be recharged in about an hour.
IN THE BOX
Here's what's included in the box.
1x Oppo Find N3 Flip.
1x Skeleton with rubbery texture.
1x 67W Charger.
1x USB-C to USB-C charging cable.
1x Manual.
1x SIM Pin.
Conclusion
Oppo has once again taken an interestingly different approach to the device this time around. Among them are vertical screens that are still maintained with more useful abilities through optimization with more third-party applications. The screen with a minimal crease effect along with a compact body that can be closed tightly makes it look neat. The hinge is also now IPX4 protected which is at least splash resistant but not suitable for immersion. The included telephoto sensor is also an interesting plus on the device.
Pro
IPX4 protection.
Satisfactory performance.
The design is more compact and comfortable in the hand.
Good picture quality and brighter.
Cons
Minimum time delay.
The hinge makes a strange noise.
Battery life is inconsistent.