Oppo F27 review
The F27 suits someone who spends time on the display each day and wants reliable battery life without paying a flagship markup. If you play demanding games regularly or need optical zoom in photos, you will bump up against its limits quickly.
This review is based on Oppo’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Oppo F27, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The F27 is a straightforward 6.67-inch mid-ranger with a 120Hz AMOLED screen, 5000mAh battery, and 45W charging—solid everyday gear at €250. The Dimensity 6300 chipset and 50MP camera are competent but unremarkable; it's a sensible option if you value screen brightness and endurance over performance headroom or camera range.
Design & build
At 7.7mm thick and 187g, the F27 sits comfortably in pocket and hand. The build feels solid without being heavy; the Asahi Glass screen protector resists everyday scratches, and IP64 rating gives you confidence against coffee spills or rain splashes—though this is not a submersible phone. The 6.67-inch frame is on the larger side for one-handed use, but the crisp edge-to-edge ratio means less wasted bezel, which helps justify the screen size. Dual nano-SIM and a microSD slot keep your options open for storage and carriers, a practical choice in markets where flexibility matters.
Display
The 6.67-inch AMOLED panel at 1080x2400 is the F27's strongest card. At 395 ppi, text remains crisp for reading email or news at arm's length, and colors pop without oversaturation. The real win is brightness: 2100 nits peak means this phone is genuinely usable in direct sunlight, a rarity at this price. The 120Hz refresh keeps scrolling, swiping, and casual gaming silky smooth—enough for everyday feel-good fluidity. Rival budget phones at €250 often stick to 60Hz or cheaper IPS panels, so the AMOLED here is a meaningful step up. The 86.9% screen-to-body ratio avoids the heavy bezels that betray budget hardware.
Performance
The Dimensity 6300 is mainstream midrange. Messaging, email, web browsing, and social media run without hiccup; light games like Candy Crush or Among Us play fine. But demanding 3D titles like Genshin Impact or PUBG will stutter at high settings, and heavy multitasking—juggling five apps, video playback, and background downloads—can cause lag. The 8GB RAM softens these blows but does not erase them. For a €250 phone in 2024, this is expected fare: enough to handle your daily flow, but not enough to play hardcore games or edit video smoothly. The 6nm process helps efficiency, so battery drain stays reasonable even under modest load.
Software
ColorOS 14 on Android 14 offers a clean, feature-rich experience. OPPO's customizations are less bloated than they used to be, though you still get some pre-installed apps and the occasional bloat. The interface is responsive in everyday use, and the fingerprint sensor (under-display optical) is quick enough. Security patches and OS updates tend to roll out regularly for F-series phones, so you won't feel abandoned for at least two years. There is nothing flashy here—just a reliable, standard Android experience tailored for OPPO's UI style.
Camera
The 50MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture and PDAF handles daylight confidently, pulling fine detail and color accuracy. The wide aperture helps in low-light scenarios, where you'll get usable shots rather than muddy blurs. The 32MP selfie camera is more than enough for social media posts and video calls. Where the F27 falters is zoom: there is no telephoto or optical stabilization beyond gyro-EIS, so zooming in on distant subjects means a digital crop that loses sharpness quickly. Video maxes at 1080p—acceptable for social clips, but not for archival or serious vlogging. At €250, you would not expect a periscope zoom, but the lack of an ultrawide lens is a small miss; rivals sometimes sneak one in at this price.
Battery & charging
The 5000mAh cell lasts a full day on light to moderate use—about 18 to 24 hours of messaging, social media, and calls. Heavier use (streaming video, games) cuts this to an evening. That endurance is competitive for the price tier. The 45W charger refills the battery in roughly 50 to 70 minutes, which is respectable but no longer class-leading; many €250 phones now hit 65W, 80W, or even 100W. There is no wireless charging, so you are tethered to the cable—a practical sacrifice at this price.
Value & verdict-context
At €250, the F27 sits in a crowded space: Xiaomi, Realme, and Samsung all field competing phones with similar specs. This OPPO distinguishes itself chiefly through its display—the 120Hz AMOLED with high brightness is genuinely rare at this price. The battery endurance and slim form factor add quiet appeal. The trade-off is that the Dimensity 6300 is not ahead of rivals; you are buying screen and build quality, not raw performance. The 50MP camera is competent but unambitious, and the absence of zoom or ultrawide is a minor frustration if photography matters to you. For someone who wants a phone that looks and feels more polished than budget-tier alternatives, screens a lot of content, and values battery life over gaming grunt, the F27 makes sense. If you push demanding apps hard or shoot photos seriously, look elsewhere.
Verdict
The F27 suits someone who spends time on the display each day and wants reliable battery life without paying a flagship markup. If you play demanding games regularly or need optical zoom in photos, you will bump up against its limits quickly.
- 120Hz AMOLED with 2100 nits peak brightness and 86.9% screen-to-body ratio—genuinely sharp, vivid, and usable in direct sunlight
- 5000mAh battery holds up reliably through a full day of moderate use, with 45W charging refilling in under an hour
- 7.7mm thickness and 187g weight keep it slim and pocketable; IP64 splash resistance adds practical durability
- 32MP selfie and 50MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture handle portraits and low-light shots without obvious stumbles
- Dimensity 6300 struggles noticeably with demanding games and heavy multitasking—not a phone for anyone who values performance headroom
- No optical zoom or telephoto lens; distant subjects require a digital crop and lose detail
- 45W charging trails rivals in this price band, which often hit 65–100W now
Oppo F27 Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2024, August 20 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.9% screen-to-body ratio), AMOLED, 120Hz, 600 nits (typ), 1200 nits (HMB), 2100 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired, PD3.0Reverse wired |
| Software | Android 14, ColorOS 14 |
| Dimensions | 163 x 75.8 x 7.7 mm (6.42 x 2.98 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 187 g (6.60 oz) |
| Durability | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Oppo F27 FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the F27 support 5G?
Yes. The F27 supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the F27 use?
The F27 runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).
What display does the F27 have?
A 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.9% screen-to-body ratio) AMOLED, 120Hz, 600 nits (typ), 1200 nits (HMB), 2100 nits (peak), 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density).
How big is the F27 battery?
The F27 has a 5000 mAh battery. Charging is rated at 45W wired, PD3.0Reverse wired.
Does the F27 have NFC?
Yes, the F27 has NFC.
Is the F27 water resistant?
The F27 carries a IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) rating.
Does the F27 support a microSD card?
Yes, the F27 supports expandable storage (microSDXC).
Does the F27 have a headphone jack?
No, the F27 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Alternatives to consider
If the F27 isn’t quite right, these are the closest calls.
F27 5G
F27 Pro+
F31 5G
A3 5G
Galaxy M16 5G
