When big boys come out to play, its an uproar in the market. The same could be said for the silent faceoff between Realme X3 SuperZoom and Oppo Reno 3Pro. The question is, which one you should buy?
Read this article to find out how to find the one for you.
But before we start comparisons between the two, perhaps it would be beneficial to have a look at their features and specifications.
Let us start with Realme X3 Superzoom-
Realme X3 SuperZoom was launched on 26th May 2020, unveiled in Europe with a 5x optical zoom. The sources say the Realme X3 SuperZoom is set to launch in India on June 26.
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It’s Features –
- Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ processor and has 8GB of RAM. It has a 4200mAh non-removable battery that supports proprietary fast charging.
- For its display-design, it comes with a 6.60-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080×2400 pixels at a pixel density of 180.72 pixels per inch (PPI).
- For camera lovers, cameras are more concerning, the SuperZoom packs on its rear a 64-megapixel primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture; a second 8-megapixel camera with an f/2.3 aperture; a third 8-megapixel camera with an f/3.4 aperture and a fourth 2-megapixel camera with an f/2.4 aperture. It’s back camera setup also has autofocus.
- While on its front, the Realme X3 SuperZoom packs a 32-megapixel primary camera with an f/2.5 aperture and a second 8-megapixel camera with an f/2.2 aperture.
- The Realme X3 SuperZoom runs on Realme UI, which is based on Android 10 and has an inbuilt storage of 128 GB. It is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) and Nano-SIM cards.
- The SuperZoom measures about 163.80 x 75.80 x 8.90mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 202.00 grams. It was introduced in Arctic White and Glacier Blue colours.
- The Connectivity options on the SuperZoom include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, USB Type-C, 3G, and 4G, with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India.
- Its Sensors include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass/ magnetometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and fingerprint sensor. It also supports face unlock.
As of 26th June 2020, the SuperZoom’s price in India might starts at Rs. 32,999, equivalent to its European price.
Now, Oppo Reno 3 Pro –
In India, Oppo Reno 3 Pro was launched on 2nd March 2020. Though Oppo’s Indian version of the Reno 3 Pro lacks 5G, it is the first smartphone to use the Mediatek Helio P95 SoC. This SoC has launched just ahead of this smartphone, causing quite a hum in the market.
It’s Features –
- It has a 6.4-inch AMOLED display along with an in-display fingerprint scanner.
- It is available in three colours Auroral Blue, Midnight Black, and Sky White. An octa-core MediaTek Helio P95 SoC powers it.
- It comes with 8GB of RAM and has two storage options, 128GB and 256GB. It uses a 4025mAh battery and also has support for 30W VOOC charging, and it runs ColourOS 7 on top of Android 10.
- The AMOLED display has good viewing angles and its fingerprint scanner is fast in unlocking the device. It also has the face unlock feature to unlock the smartphone.
- It also sports a quad-camera setup at the rear, like Superzoom, which consists of a 64-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, a 13-megapixel telephoto camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera with a field of view of about 119-degree, and also have a 2-megapixel mono camera.
- On its front, the phone has a 44-megapixel selfie shooter along with a sensor of 2-megapixel depth. The photo quality is good in daylight conditions and average in low-light conditions. It has a night mode as well that helps take a better shot. Though, its Low-light video recording is considered a little bit disappointing.
- The Battery performance on the Oppo Reno 3 Pro is assessed as good and it lasts for about a day and a half easily before needing a recharge.
- It was launched in the market at the price of Rs. 29,990.
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Now, after taking a brief look at the specifics of these new phones separately, it is time to compare and contrast. A closer look at their features will make their similarities clear. So now, let us see the various factors that would help in making the choice.
Realme X3 SuperZoom and Oppo Reno 3 Pro – How to Choose
Both are quite similar in the case of display and looks. While Oppo wins one more star for its AMOLED, Realme settles the score with its better Hardware facility. Both are almost equal as far as their Software is concerned.
But still, there are several contrasting differences between the two –
1. Faster CPU–
Realme X3 has 2.96 GHz. While Reno 3 Pro has 2.4 GHz.
So, Realme has around 23% faster CPU than Oppo. Having a faster CPU means more smooth experience.
2. The Front Camera–
While Oppo Reno 3 Pro has a Single Front Camera, Realme Superzoom has Dual Front Camera.
Superzoom’s Multiple front cameras help improve certain effects like blur, zoom, and wide-angle selfies.
3. Slimness and Weight –
There is 1 special reason to consider Oppo Reno 3 Pro 5G, it is slimmer.
While SuperZoom has a breadth of 9.3 mm, Reno 3 Pro is 8.1 mm.
So, it is around 12% slimmer than Realme Edition. It Slimness makes it easier to carry in pocket and it also looks more fashionable.
Furthermore, it is Light Weight. Realme X3 SuperZoom weighs 202 g and Oppo Reno 3 Pro 5G weighs 175 g.
So it is around 13% lighter than Realme X3 SuperZoom Edition. Lightweight devices are easier to hold and use without tiring arms.
4. Supports Memory Card
Realme X3 SuperZoom does not support Memory Card. While Oppo Reno 3 Pro 5G does support it and has a slot for a memory card.
Memory cards give the device more storage capacity. So one can store more songs, photos, and videos.
5. Supports FM Radio–
Realme X3 SuperZoom does not support FM Radio, but Oppo Reno 3 Pro 5G does.
One can listen to songs and news easily on a portable radio. For those who like radio, Oppo is a better choice.
5. Longer Battery Talk Time –
Realme X3 SuperZoom has a battery life of about 15 hours, while Oppo Reno 3 Pro 5G has around 36 hours.
So, around 140 longer Battery Talk Time than Realme X3 SuperZoom Edition. With longer battery talk time, one can use the device for long.
Thus, as stated above, it is a hard choice to make. Hopefully, this article could help you to choose better.