The OPPO Find N5 is here to push the boundaries of what a foldable smartphone can be. With its refined design, cutting-edge display, and powerhouse performance, OPPO continues to perfect the foldable experience, making it more intuitive and practical than ever.
What truly sets the OPPO Find N5 apart for me is its incredibly slim design — it’s the thinnest foldable yet, and feels just as sleek as traditional flagships like the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra (Review). OPPO has clearly put a lot of thought into refining the hinge, making it sturdier and smoother, while also reducing creases for a display that looks almost seamless. Holding it in hand, it not only feels futuristic but also practical, polished, and luxurious.
Unfolding the 8.12″ LTPO main display is an experience in itself — it bursts with vibrant colors, rich contrast, and an ultra-smooth refresh rate that makes everything I do, from multitasking to binge-watching, feel incredibly fluid and immersive. The outer display is equally impressive, providing a comfortable and natural smartphone experience without feeling bulky.
To make full use of the spacious display, OPPO has introduced Boundless View and Split View, two powerful features that elevate multitasking and productivity to a whole new level. Boundless View, which was first introduced on the Find N3 (Review) enables three-app, full-screen multitasking, while Split View allows you to effortlessly run two apps side by side — whether it’s taking notes while watching a presentation, comparing documents, or chatting while browsing.
Beyond just hardware-driven productivity, OPPO also doubles down on AI, integrating intelligent tools that enhance workflow and efficiency. For instance, features such as AI Summary can automatically generate key takeaways from lengthy articles, emails, or meeting transcripts, saving valuable time and effort.
As for professionals working with documents, AI Assistant for Documents is a handy tool which seamlessly translates any of your documents into a language of your preference with just a click. These are just part of the lengthy list of available features designed to help users work smarter, not harder.
With the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset at its core, the OPPO Find N5 doesn’t just keep up with the competition — it leads the pack. Right from the start, the performance is exceptional, with apps opening instantly, animations flowing smoothly, and even the most demanding tasks running effortlessly.
Needless to say, performance isn’t just about raw power — it’s about consistency too. What really impresses me about the OPPO Find N5 is how well it balances speed and thermal. Whether I’m editing high-resolution videos, juggling multiple apps, or diving into graphics-heavy games, the Find N5 stays impressively cool. This means I can push the phone to its limits without worrying about overheating, allowing me to enjoy smooth, uninterrupted performance for extended periods.
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In the event that the battery runs out, the Find N5’s 80W fast wired charging allows me to quickly recharge the phone from 0 to 100% in just around 50 minutes. Also, the addition of 50W wireless charging offers convenience for effortless recharging without cables.
Just like any other OPPO’s flagship model, the OPPO Find N5 proves once again that its camera is the real showstopper. It’s pro-grade camera system, co-developed with Swedish photography giant Hasselblad, features a total of three cameras including a 50MP (f/1.8 aperture) main camera, 50MP (f/2.7 aperture) telephoto camera, as well as an 8MP (f/2.2 aperture) ultra-wide unit that ensure every shot looks stunning, no matter the scenario.
The 50MP main camera is nothing short of impressive, delivering sharp details, true-to-life colours, and excellent dynamic range. Be it shooting in bright daylight or low-light conditions, the sensor performs exceptionally well, maintaining clarity and natural contrast without over-processing.
AI continues to play a significant role in enhancing the mobile photography experience, making it easier than ever for users to capture the perfect shot. One of my favorite features is AI Eraser, which allows me to easily remove unwanted passersby from my photos with just a tap — meaning I no longer need to wait for the perfect moment to snap a clean shot. Then there’s also AI Best Face, another handy feature that uses advanced GenAI to detect when someone has blinked in a photo and seamlessly “reopen” their eyes, saving shots that would have otherwise been unusable.
Those who love taking photos of distant subjects will also appreciate its high-performing 50MP telephoto camera that delivers remarkable clarity and depth even at higher magnifications, thanks to OPPO’s advanced image processing algorithms which helps to ensure faraway subjects remain in sharp focus with minimal drop in quality.
To sum things up, the OPPO Find N5 is undeniably one of the best — if not the best — foldable smartphones on the market, raising the bar for design, performance, and mobile photography. Its sleek aesthetics, refined hinge mechanism, and powerful camera system make it a top contender in the foldable space. While it may not be the most affordable option, its premium craftsmanship, top-tier hardware, and innovative features make it well worth the investment for those seeking the ultimate foldable experience.
For those who’re interested, the OPPO Find N5 is priced at S$2,499 in Singapore, and is available for purchase through OPPO Online Store, OPPO Concept stores, OPPO’s Official Online Store on Lazada, Shopee, Amazon, KrisShop, iShopChangi, TikTok, Zalora, as well as electronic retailer Best Denki, Courts, Challenger, Gain City and Popular.
