Oppo is gearing up to launch its latest compact flagship phone, the Oppo Find X8s, and it’s already making waves with claims of display superiority over competitors, including the iPhone 16 Pro. The company has been highlighting the phone’s incredibly thin bezels, promising a significant visual upgrade.
Side-by-side comparison of oppo find x8s versus iPhone 16 Pro
Zhou Yibao, product manager for Oppo’s Find series, recently shared a comparison image on Weibo showcasing the Find X8s’s bezels against what appears to be an iPhone 16 Pro or Pro Max. The image clearly demonstrates the Find X8s’s thinner bezels, which Oppo claims measure “only 1.xx mm,” hinting at a remarkably slim design. This achievement is attributed to Oppo’s in-house “chip-level screen packaging technology.”
A Legacy of Slim Bezels
This isn’t the first time Oppo has focused on minimizing bezels. The previous flagship, the Find X8, boasted symmetrical 1.45mm bezels on all sides, thanks to a similar technology. In contrast, the iPhone 16 Pro is rumored to have 1.41mm bezels on the top and bottom and 1.46mm bezels on the sides. The iPhone 16 Pro Max, despite its larger display, reportedly features slightly smaller bezels at 1.36mm. The Galaxy S25 Ultra, however, lags behind with bezels exceeding two millimeters. While these differences might seem negligible, Oppo appears determined to claim the title of the phone with the thinnest bezels.
The comparison image also suggests the Find X8s will be narrower than the iPhone, likely due to its smaller, rumored 6.3-inch display.
Competition in the Compact Flagship Arena
Oppo Find X8s ultra-thin bezel design
Oppo’s larger flagship, the Find X8 Pro, already surpasses the iPhone 16 Pro in camera versatility, but it remains to be seen if the smaller Find X8s will follow suit. Oppo has confirmed an April launch for this “ultra-thin, small-screen flagship,” positioning it as a direct competitor to the Galaxy S25 Edge and the rumored iPhone 17 Air. The ultimate test of its slimness will come next month.
Global Launch Uncertain
While the April launch seems confirmed for China, a global release remains uncertain. Given Oppo’s recent decision to skip a global launch for its foldable phone, the Find N5, the same fate could befall the Find X8s. However, there’s a possibility the device could launch globally as the OnePlus 13T, barring any unforeseen changes.
In conclusion, the Oppo Find X8s promises a compelling combination of a compact form factor and an exceptionally slim bezel design. While its global availability remains a question mark, its potential rivalry with the iPhone 16 Pro and other compact flagships will undoubtedly be a key aspect to watch.
