Oppo Reno8 T 4G review
The Reno8 T is a solid display-first choice for someone who scrolls through apps, watches video, and charges fast, and does not game heavily or shoot seriously. Its age and plastic build make it a harder sell for anyone wanting durability or long software support, or those who value a good camera.
This review is based on Oppo’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Oppo Reno8 T 4G, 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 Reno8 T pairs a capable upper-midrange chipset with a bright 90Hz AMOLED display and zippy 80W charging at a budget price, making it solid for daily use and content consumption. It stumbles on camera quality (especially the ultrawide), lacks expandable storage, and is now two years old with limited software runway.
Design & build
At 7.7mm thick and 179g, the Reno8 T is slim and light enough to pocket without thinking twice. The glass-front, plastic-back construction feels conventional for the price, and Gorilla Glass 5 gives the screen decent scratch resistance. The downside is the plastic frame and back don't radiate durability, and there is no IP rating for dust or water resistance, so a spill or dusty pocket is a genuine risk. For a budget device in 2024 (or even when it launched in 2022), this is acceptable, but do not expect it to survive neglect the way a truly rugged phone would.
Display
The 6.4-inch AMOLED panel at 1080p is where this phone shines. The 90Hz refresh rate makes scrolling through apps and social feeds noticeably smoother than 60Hz rivals, and the AMOLED tech delivers proper blacks and punchy colours without oversaturation. Peak brightness sits at 800 nits, which is plenty for outdoor sunlight even in bright climates. Contrast is excellent, and the 411 ppi density keeps text crisp at normal viewing distance. This is the screen that makes the Reno8 T feel more expensive than its price suggests.
Performance
The Dimensity 1300 is a solid upper-midrange chip from 2022, and it shows no strain on everyday tasks: messaging, social media, web browsing, and video streaming all run smoothly. Gaming is where limits appear. Demanding titles like Genshin Impact or Call of Duty will throttle after 10 to 15 minutes of play to keep thermals in check, dropping frame rates and introducing stutter. Lighter games like PUBG Mobile run fine, and the Mali-G77 GPU handles them without complaint. For someone who games occasionally rather than seriously, this is fine; for a mobile gamer, it will frustrate.
Software
It ships on Android 12 and can upgrade to Android 14, which is decent but not exceptional by 2024 standards. ColorOS 14 is Oppo's skin, and it is relatively clean with a small but present ad footprint in built-in apps. Updates are likely to tail off soon given the phone's age (mid-2022 launch), so you should not bank on more than another year or two of security patches. For a cheap device, this is normal, but it is a reminder that this phone has a shorter useful lifespan than a current flagship.
Camera
The 50MP main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and PDAF sounds fine on paper, but the processing leans heavily on saturation and noise reduction, flattening detail and making images look plasticky in good light. In lower light it recovers somewhat, but does not match rivals in shadow recovery. The 8MP ultrawide at 112 degrees is the real weak point—it produces soft, muddy shots beyond a few metres, and the 1.12µm pixels struggle in mixed light. The 2MP macro is pointless filler. The 32MP selfie is adequate for video calls and social posts, nothing more. For a £170 phone, the camera is not a disgrace, but it is not a strength either.
Battery & charging
The 4500mAh battery is modest by 2024 standards, but paired with the efficient Dimensity 1300 and moderate screen size, it yields about 18 to 20 hours of real-world use on medium to heavy mixed use, dropping to a day with light use. 80W SuperVOOC charging is a bright spot: it reaches roughly 50% in 20 minutes and 100% in about 40 to 45 minutes, which is fast enough to top up before you leave home. Just be aware the phone does not ship with a charger, so you will need to supply your own USB-C PD adapter.
Value & verdict
At £170 the Reno8 T is priced as a budget phone, and it delivers on that brief: the display is lively, the processor is responsive, and the charging is snappy. The catches are age (launched in 2022), a mediocre camera, lack of storage expansion, and plastic build that will not age gracefully. Rivals in this price bracket offer newer chips (Snapdragon 685 or Dimensity 6020) with fresher software, though they may lack the 90Hz screen. If you care more about a smooth display and fast charging than the latest silicon or a robust camera, this is a reasonable pick. If you want a phone with a longer useful life or better image quality, spend a bit more on a 2024 midrange device.
Verdict
The Reno8 T is a solid display-first choice for someone who scrolls through apps, watches video, and charges fast, and does not game heavily or shoot seriously. Its age and plastic build make it a harder sell for anyone wanting durability or long software support, or those who value a good camera.
- 90Hz AMOLED screen with good peak brightness (800 nits) for outdoor readability
- 80W SuperVOOC charging gets you to 50% in about 20 minutes
- Dimensity 1300 handles apps, video, and light gaming without fuss
- Slim and light at 179g with a 6.4-inch display
- Camera tuning favours saturation over realism, and the 8MP ultrawide produces soft, muddy shots at anything beyond close range
- No microSD slot and base storage is just 128GB, forcing you to pick the 256GB model to avoid headaches
- Released in mid-2022 and already at the tail end of its software support cycle
Oppo Reno8 T 4G Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2022, July 18 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio), AMOLED, 90Hz, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM), 800 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 1300 (6 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP, f/2.4, 23mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm |
| Battery | 4500 mAh |
| Charging | SuperVOOC |
| Software | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 |
| Dimensions | 160.6 x 73.4 x 7.7 mm (6.32 x 2.89 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 179 g (6.31 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Oppo Reno8 T 4G FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the Reno8 T 4G support 5G?
Yes. The Reno8 T 4G supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the Reno8 T 4G use?
The Reno8 T 4G runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 1300 (6 nm).
What display does the Reno8 T 4G have?
A 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio) AMOLED, 90Hz, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM), 800 nits (peak), 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density).
How big is the Reno8 T 4G battery?
The Reno8 T 4G has a 4500 mAh battery. Charging is rated at SuperVOOC.
Does the Reno8 T 4G have NFC?
Yes, the Reno8 T 4G has NFC.
Does the Reno8 T 4G support a microSD card?
No, the Reno8 T 4G does not support expandable storage.
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