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Oppo Reno8 Pro

Oppo recently brought its Reno8 line to the UK and Europe – a series of mid-range phones with a focus on night videography and fast charging. The line-up is led by the Reno8 Pro, which has the same camera tech found in Oppo's flagship Find X5 series. I've spent time with the Reno8 Pro to see how this £599 mid-range model holds up in day-to-day life.

DESIGN

The Oppo Reno8 Pro follows Oppo's typical design language of looking premium, clean and distinctive. The phone comes with a glass back and curved edges, so it feels premium and has a glossy sheen that catches the light from all angles.

However, the material does have a few issues. Not only is it prone to picking up grubby fingerprints, but it's also slippery, and tends to slide off surfaces if it is not propped up properly.

The Reno8 Pro comes in two colour options: green and black. We tested the latter, but the pastel green finish is the standout option

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