OPPO R1
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Key Specs
Performance
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MediaTek MT6582 -
Quad Core, 1.3 GHz -
1 GB RAM
Display
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5.0 inches (12.7 cm); IPS LCD -
720x1280 px (HD) -
Gorilla Glass Protection
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 8 MP Primary Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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5 MP
Battery
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2410 mAh
General
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SIM1: Micro -
5G Not Supported -
16 GB internal storage, Non Expandable
OPPO R1 Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
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Verdict
If we get down to the micro level, the Oppo R1 has quite a few things going for it – stylish looks, a gorgeous display, a capable snapper and good battery life. When compared head-to-head with smartphones that are priced in the same range, it does lose out on pure specs though. The Gionee Elife E7 may be an exception anyway, but quite a few other devices offer better specs than the R1 at the same, or even lower cost. The anorexic Gionee Elife S5.5 is a more apples-to-apples comparison in terms of pricing and screen size, while a few others such as the Micromax Canvas Knight flaunt better spe...
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Pros
- Stylish looks
- Lovely display
- Capable snapper
- Loaded set of software features and useful preloaded apps
- Above-average battery life
Cons
- Loses the spec wars
- Dated Android version
Specs at a glance
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5-inch 1,280 x 720 screen with 294ppi,
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Loading up on the oomph
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If there’s one headlining aspect about the Oppo R1, it has to be its stylish design. We’ve seen quite a few plain Jane devices that flaunt great specs but miss out on this vital parameter, forgetting that style and design are among the most important aspects protective buyers consider when out in the market for a new smartphone. Reminiscent of the Apple iPhone, the R1 feels a tad blocky, but not too uncomfortable to hold. Its flat body which doesn’t have any curves to speak of, also reminds us of Sony’s OmniBalance design on its Xperia range.
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A visual delight
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The R1’s 5-inch IPS display offers a resolution of 720p, with a pixel density of ~294ppi. On paper, this doesn’t sound too enticing, especially since full HD displays are available on some devices priced similarly, and even lower than the Oppo R1. In actual usage however, we didn’t find this limiting at all. In fact, the display outputs lovely visuals – images and videos pop out, the icons look as if they’re floating, and gaming is fun. Text looks razor-sharp too.
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A worthy shooter that doesn’t flaunt megapixels, but delivers
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The primary snapper on the Oppo R1 offers 8-megapixels – hardly exciting, at least in terms of specs. Cashing in on the selfie craze, the front camera sports a 5MP sensor though. While we don’t consider the number of megapixels as a reflection of quality, possibly the real limitation on the rear camera is that video captures are limited to 720p.
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Archaic Android, but a loaded custom skin
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The R1 runs ColorOS, Oppo’s custom ROM that uses Android as base, version 4.2.2 to be exact. There's no indication of a KitKat update coming anytime soon. We’ve seen it earlier on the N1, and the UI and offered features are quite similar. We’d urge you to take a peek at the software section of our Oppo N1 review to get the full lowdown, but suffice to say that customisations run deep and there are a slew of features built in.
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Not really a sportscar, but not a scooty either
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Under the hood, ticks a quad-core MediaTek motor running at 1.3GHz. 1GB of RAM aids it in its efforts, while there’s 16GB of internal storage. It can’t be expanded unfortunately, since there’s no microSD card slot, but you can make use of USB OTG to connect external flash drives. A total of 12.5GB is available to use, divided between phone and system storage.
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Verdict
If we get down to the micro level, the Oppo R1 has quite a few things going for it – stylish looks, a gorgeous display, a capable snapper and good battery life. When compared head-to-head with smartphones that are priced in the same range, it does lose out on pure specs though. The Gionee Elife E7 may be an exception anyway, but quite a few other devices offer better specs than the R1 at the same, or even lower cost. The anorexic Gionee Elife S5.5 is a more apples-to-apples comparison in terms of pricing and screen size, while a few others such as the Micromax Canvas Knight flaunt better spe... Read Full Verdict
- Stylish looks
- Lovely display
- Capable snapper
- Loaded set of software features and useful preloaded apps
- Above-average battery life
Pros
- Loses the spec wars
- Dated Android version
Cons
5-inch 1,280 x 720 screen with 294ppi,
Read MoreIf there’s one headlining aspect about the Oppo R1, it has to be its stylish design. We’ve seen quite a few plain Jane devices that flaunt great specs but miss out on this vital parameter, forgetting that style and design are among the most important aspects protective buyers consider when out in the market for a new smartphone. Reminiscent of the Apple iPhone, the R1 feels a tad blocky, but not too uncomfortable to hold. Its flat body which doesn’t have any curves to speak of, also reminds us of Sony’s OmniBalance design on its Xperia range.
Read MoreThe R1’s 5-inch IPS display offers a resolution of 720p, with a pixel density of ~294ppi. On paper, this doesn’t sound too enticing, especially since full HD displays are available on some devices priced similarly, and even lower than the Oppo R1. In actual usage however, we didn’t find this limiting at all. In fact, the display outputs lovely visuals – images and videos pop out, the icons look as if they’re floating, and gaming is fun. Text looks razor-sharp too.
Read MoreThe primary snapper on the Oppo R1 offers 8-megapixels – hardly exciting, at least in terms of specs. Cashing in on the selfie craze, the front camera sports a 5MP sensor though. While we don’t consider the number of megapixels as a reflection of quality, possibly the real limitation on the rear camera is that video captures are limited to 720p.
Read MoreThe R1 runs ColorOS, Oppo’s custom ROM that uses Android as base, version 4.2.2 to be exact. There's no indication of a KitKat update coming anytime soon. We’ve seen it earlier on the N1, and the UI and offered features are quite similar. We’d urge you to take a peek at the software section of our Oppo N1 review to get the full lowdown, but suffice to say that customisations run deep and there are a slew of features built in.
Read MoreUnder the hood, ticks a quad-core MediaTek motor running at 1.3GHz. 1GB of RAM aids it in its efforts, while there’s 16GB of internal storage. It can’t be expanded unfortunately, since there’s no microSD card slot, but you can make use of USB OTG to connect external flash drives. A total of 12.5GB is available to use, divided between phone and system storage.
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OPPO R1 Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) |
Performance |
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| Chipset | MediaTek MT6582 |
| Processor | Quad core, 1.3 GHz, Cortex A7 |
| Graphics (GPU) | Mali-400 MP2 |
| RAM | 1 GB |
Display |
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 5.0 inches (12.7 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1280 px (HD) |
| Pixel Density | 294 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 68.44 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Design |
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| Height | 142.7 mm |
| Width | 70.4 mm |
| Thickness | 7.1 mm |
| Weight | 141 grams |
Rear Camera |
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||
| Image Resolution | 3264 x 2448 Pixels | |||||
| Shooting Modes | Burst mode | |||||
| Camera Features |
Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
Front Camera |
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Battery |
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| Capacity | 2410 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 16 GB |
| Expandable Storage | No |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Micro |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v2.1 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
OPPO R1 User Reviews
OPPO R1 Key Highlights
| Processor | MediaTek MT6582 |
| RAM & Storage | 1 GB + 16 GB |
| Display | 5.0", 720 x 1280 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 8 MP |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 2410 mAh |
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