The Oppo Reno7 Lite is an intriguing new mid-range smartphone that packs a decent array of hardware into an attractive package. Released in June 2022, it aims to bring 5G connectivity to a more affordable price point.

Design & Display
The Reno7 Lite has a sleek design with a glass front and back sandwiched in a plastic frame. It measures 6.3 x 2.88 x 0.30 inches and weighs 6.1 oz, which is fairly compact for a phone with a large 6.43″ AMOLED display. The screen has a Full HD+ 1080 x 2400 resolution at 409 ppi for sharp visuals. It can hit a bright 600 nits of peak brightness.

Around the back is a triple camera module sticking out slightly, with rings of RGB lights that can pulse for notifications and charging progress. The phone has an IPX4 rating for water resistance as well.

Performance & Software
Under the hood is the capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, built on a 6nm process. It has an octa-core CPU and Adreno 619 GPU that should handle most games and apps well. The Reno7 Lite comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB of fast UFS 2.2 storage, along with a microSD slot.

It ships with Android 11 along with Oppo’s ColorOS 12 skin on top. Oppo tends to offer a good amount of extra features and customization in its software.

Cameras
The main camera system consists of a 64MP f/1.7 main shooter, along with 2MP macro and depth sensors. For selfies, it has a 16MP f/2.4 front camera. Camera performance seems decent for this price range, with the ability to record up to 1080p 30fps video.

Battery & Charging
The Reno7 Lite is powered by a large 4,500mAh battery that Oppo claims can last over 5 days on a charge with light usage. When it does need to be topped up, it supports 33W wired fast charging that can recharge the phone fully in just over an hour.

Availability
The Oppo Reno7 Lite 5G launched at around 262,710  Naira in Nigeria. For that price, it offers an attractive mix of 5G, a nice AMOLED display, fast performance, and long battery life in a relatively compact design. It could be a solid option for those looking for an affordable step into 5G.