Oppo has officially launched the Find N5, the world’s thinnest foldable phone. Addressing many shortcomings of its predecessor, the Find N3, the Find N5 demonstrates that foldable phones no longer require significant compromises. This device tackles common concerns about foldable phones, such as durability, crease visibility, battery life, and camera quality, setting a new standard for the category. While some areas could still be improved, the Find N5 showcases how advancements in technology allow foldable phones to be as thin and light as regular smartphones while offering a secondary display. This article provides a first look at the Oppo Find N5, a device that could have potentially launched as the OnePlus Open 2 in the US.
Slim Design: Barely Thicker Than a Regular Smartphone
The Oppo Find N5 is remarkably thin, measuring just 4.21mm unfolded and an impressive 8.93mm folded. This slim profile is barely thicker than a standard smartphone, despite housing a large secondary display. The thinness even necessitated a customized USB-C port with minimal metal on the outer edge. For comparison, the Find N5 is only two grams heavier and less than a millimeter thicker than the iPhone 16 Pro Max, and significantly thinner and lighter than the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and even the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition. While the Honor Magic V3 previously held the title of the world’s thinnest foldable, the Find N5 surpasses it by 0.2mm while maintaining a virtually identical weight.
Impressive Display: A Large, Foldable Screen with Minimal Crease
The Find N5’s unfolded 8.12-inch OLED display rivals a small tablet in size while remaining thinner and lighter. It boasts Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid support, a dynamic 1-120Hz refresh rate, and 2,100 nits peak brightness. The 6.62-inch cover display shares similar features with even higher peak brightness and Ultra HDR Image support. Significantly, the Find N5 features a nearly imperceptible crease, a major improvement in foldable phone technology.
Here’s a comparison of the Find N5’s display against competitors:
| Phone | Cover Display | Main Display |
|---|---|---|
| Oppo Find N5 | 6.62-inch LTPO OLED, 1140 x 2616 pixels, 431 ppi, 1-120Hz, HDR10+, 2450 nits peak | 8.12-inch LTPO OLED, 2248 x 2480 pixels, 412 ppi, 1-120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 2100 nits peak |
| Galaxy Z Fold 6 | 6.3-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED, 968 x 2376 pixels, 410 ppi, 1-120Hz, 2600 nits peak | 7.6-inch LTPO AMOLED, 1856 x 2160 pixels, 374 ppi, 1-120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits peak |
| Pixel 9 Pro Fold | 6.3-inch OLED, 1-120Hz, 1080 x 2424 pixels, 422 ppi, HDR, 2700 nits peak | 8.0-inch LTPO OLED, 2076 x 2152 pixels, 373 ppi, 1-120Hz, HDR10+, 2700 nits peak |
| Honor Magic V3 | 6.43-inch LTPO OLED, 1060 x 2376 pixels, 402 ppi, 1-120Hz, Dolby Vision, 5000 nits peak | 7.92-inch LTPO OLED, 2156 x 2344 pixels, 402 ppi, 1-120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 1800 nits peak |
| OnePlus Open | 6.31-inch LTPO3 OLED, 1116 x 2484 pixels, 431 ppi, 1-120Hz, 2800 nits peak | 7.82-inch LTPO3 OLED, 2268 x 2440 pixels, 426 ppi, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, 2800 nits peak |
Furthermore, the Find N5 supports stylus input on both displays, a first for foldable phones.
Powerful Performance: Large Battery and Fast Charging
Despite its thin design, the Find N5 boasts a substantial 5,600 mAh battery, larger than most mainstream foldable phones. This is achieved through the second-generation Silicon Carbon battery technology, offering higher density and thinner profiles compared to traditional Lithium-Ion batteries. The Find N5 also supports 80W wired charging, capable of fully charging the device in approximately 50 minutes, and 50W wireless charging with an optional magnetic charging case.
Durable Build and High-End Hardware
The Find N5 is remarkably durable, achieving IPX9, IPX6, and IPX8 ratings, signifying resistance to high-pressure water jets. While it lacks a dust resistance rating, its robust build suggests potential resilience in harsh environments. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, albeit the 7-core variant, prioritizing efficiency and battery life.
The camera system, while impressive, features a triple-lens setup with a 50MP main camera, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide camera. The ultrawide camera represents a potential compromise compared to competitors, particularly the Honor Magic V3’s 40MP ultrawide lens.
A New Era for Foldable Phones?
The Oppo Find N5 represents a significant step towards a truly uncompromising foldable phone experience. Its comprehensive feature set, thin and light design, and impressive performance make it a strong contender in the market. While its limited availability might lessen its impact on competitors like Samsung and Google, the Find N5’s innovative features could still drive the evolution of foldable phone technology.
