Oppo has officially unveiled its new Reno 15 smartphone line-up in China. The series, made up of the Reno 15 and the Reno 15 Pro, marks an impressive step up. Oppo’s strategy is crystal clear: put a cutting-edge camera system and massive battery life on both models, and let buyers simply pick the size they want.
Design: two sizes, the same premium finish
At first glance, the two models look very much alike. Both sport a premium design with a flat back and a metal frame. The camera module, home to three sensors, is more than a little reminiscent of the iPhone 16 Pro.
Oppo has put the emphasis on durability. Both phones carry full IP66, IP68 and IP69 certification, guaranteeing solid protection against water and dust. The brand also uses a “holographic lithography” process to create unique patterns and reflections on the rear glass panel.
So the main difference comes down to size:
- The Oppo Reno 15 stands out as the compact model. It features a flat 6.32-inch OLED screen. This 1.5K panel (120Hz) delivers excellent viewing comfort thanks to 3840Hz PWM dimming and a peak brightness of 3600 nits.
- The Oppo Reno 15 Pro, on the other hand, is the larger model. It packs a 6.78-inch OLED screen with similar specifications, but adds a variable refresh rate (LTPO 1-120Hz), which should improve its energy efficiency.
The camera trump card: 200MP for everyone
This is where Oppo really lands a blow. The brand has decided to make no compromises on photography, fitting both models with the exact same high-end camera system.
So on the Reno 15 AND the Reno 15 Pro you get:
- A 200-megapixel main sensor (1/1.56-inch) with optical stabilisation (OIS).
- A 50-megapixel ultra-wide.
- A 50-megapixel periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom and optical stabilisation (OIS).
- A 50-megapixel selfie camera on the front.
It’s a very aggressive strategy. You rarely see a non-Pro model given this kind of camera arsenal, least of all a periscope lens.
Performance and record battery life
Under the bonnet, both phones share the same chip, the MediaTek Dimensity 8450. It’s paired with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. Storage, however, is UFS 3.1, which is a little slower than the UFS 4.0 found in flagships.
That said, beyond size, the real difference lies in the battery:
- The Reno 15 (compact) carries a huge 6200 mAh battery (80W wired charging).
- The Reno 15 Pro (large) pushes things even further with 6500 mAh (80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging).
Despite these massive batteries, both phones stay under 8 mm thick, which is quite an achievement.
Pricing and availability in China
Sales begin in China on 21 November. Pricing is highly competitive:
Oppo Reno 15 (compact):
- 12 GB + 256 GB: 2,999 yuan (around €395)
- 16 GB + 1 TB: 3,999 yuan (around €525)
Oppo Reno 15 Pro (large):
- 12 GB + 256 GB: 3,699 yuan (around €485)
- 16 GB + 1 TB: 4,799 yuan (around €630)
Conclusion
All in all, Oppo is running a very readable and very tempting strategy. The brand is offering a flagship-grade camera system right across the range. The choice for the customer is therefore simple: do you prefer a compact form factor with excellent battery life (Reno 15), or a big screen with record battery life and wireless charging (Reno 15 Pro)? It’s an approach that could hurt the competition badly. Ready to take the plunge? We stock the Oppo range, along with a screen protector shaped to the curve of the display.
