OPPO F27 5G: A New Contender in the Mid-Range Market

OPPO F27 5G Summary

The OPPO F27 5G enters the competitive mid-range smartphone market with a promise of premium features, 5G connectivity, and an emphasis on design and performance. In this detailed review, we’ll explore whether it delivers on its promises.OPPO has always been the trendsetter in delivering style and feature-rich smartphones to the users all around the globe. The brand, with OPPO F27 5G, aims to deliver style, performance, and connectivity to those users who need these things without making a hole in their pocket. Does it outshine in its price range? Let’s see.

Key Specification

• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 920
• Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate
• RAM & Storage: 8GB RAM + 128GB/256GB storage
• Rear Camera: 50MP (primary) +  2MP (macro)
• Front Camera: 32MP
• Battery: 5000mAh; Fast charging on board, as fast as 67W SuperVOOC fast charging
• OS: ColorOS 14 based on Android 14
• Connectivity: Dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3

Unboxing Experience

The OPPO F27 5G is shipped within a slim and minimalistic-looking box, where the contents of it are included.

The device

• 67W SuperVOOC charger
• USB-C charging cable
• Transparent silicone case
• SIM ejector tool
• Warranty card and user manual

The inclusion of a high-speed charger and a protective case makes for a good thoughtful touch offering immediate value to the buyer.

Design, Build Quality, and Handling

If you are one of those people who believes that tech and style go hand in hand, then the device for you is the OPPO F27 5G, which shows that tech can be used with a sense of fashion. Heralding great design, great performance and consider many other aspects, this phone is a treat for a smartphone lover.

The Design: A Dance of Functionality, Elegance, and Affordability

From the glorious Stylish Cosmos Ring Design that draws inspiration from OPPO Flagships, the first impression of OPPO F27 5G is nothing short of breathtaking. Not only does this design element enhance the luxury aesthetic of this device, but it also acts as a unique and differentiating feature in a competitive market. The camera module is surrounded by the Cosmos Ring, where beauty meets utility.

The device comes in two beautiful color options: Emerald Green and Amber Orange Emerald Green embodies both luxury and harmony, inspired by the enduring beauty of emerald gemstones. This colour recontextualises sophistication and coolness and gives an ideal choice to the people who want something elegant but simple. In contrast, Amber Orange is a warm, energetic aesthetic, evocative of the vibrant radiance of amber gemstones. It elicits tiny waves of energy, for the previously mentioned dynamic look.

Built Quality: Durability with Artistry

The OPPO F27 5G is not only a pretty face; it is also engineered to endure the rigors of daily usage. The device is protected with Armour Body, which enhances accidental drop and hit resistance. Such sturdy construction very well keeps the mobile phone as good as new, even after regular usage.

Coming to the dimensions, OPPO F27 5G has a slim body that measures 0.79 cm in thickness with a weight of around 177 grams. But this form factor with its sleek curves doesn’t just look good, it also provides for better handling, making it easy to hold even during long gaming sessions.

Handling: Ergonomics and User Experience

It is during this 2–3 seconds while picking any device that ergonomics become essential from a user perspective and the OPPO F27 5G dazzles here as well. Trending Now: Galaxy C9 Pro FeaturesThis double side 3D curve design allows for a comfortable and confident grip on the device, reducing the likelihood of slippery and accidental falls. This deliberate design detail eliminates the hassle of one-handed operation, making it ideal for users on the go.

One of the coolest features that should improve interactions with the user is the Halo Light that resides in the rear camera module. Not just a flicker that increases the aesthetic of the device, this magical light also has a practical use. The phone can change colors for different situations like playing music, receiving calls, charging and notifications. This dynamic illumination not only keeps users updated on their device’s state, but also enhances the personalization and convenience factor.

Conclusion

OPPO F27 5G is an elegant-looking phone that is well built and it is user-friendly enough too. The Stylish Cosmos Ring Design, along with a varied palette of striking colors, along with an Armour Body design also contributes to the device’s memorable appearance, complemented by ergonomic considerations focused on comfort and sturdiness of the phone. Even features like the customizable Halo Light further complement the experience, as the OPPO F27 5G transforms from a smartphone to a beautiful blend of art & technology.

Display, Battery Life, and Charging Speed

The OPPO F27 5G mobile phone promises to combine innovative technology with user reproductive capabilities and focuses on providing a stunning display, long battery life, and fast charging capabilities. So, let us explore these points and how they contribute to the overall user experience.

Display: Animated visuals with less eye strain

The OPPO F27 5G features a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. The screen guarantees vivid colors and crisp visuals, bringing images and video to life. A 120Hz refresh rate delivers smooth scrolling and fluid transitions, whether you’re just browsing the web or engaging in demanding gaming sessions. The display is also bright at 2100 nits at peak brightness, bright enough to always remain readable even in direct sunlight, making it usable in different lighting conditions. Besides, it has hardware-level low blue light technology to minimize eye strain for extended use.

Endurance: The Power to Last

Realizing that we all require a consistent source of power, the OPPO F27 5G comes integrated with a 5000mAh battery. Combined with this massive amount of capacity, users can go through their day without needing to constantly worry about plugging in. Whether streaming videos, attending virtual meetings or browsing social media, the device is built to stay on top of your everyday needs. With moderate usage, you can count on roughly 7 hours of screen-on time, assuring you that the phone will see you through work and play.

Charging Speed: Fast and Sufficient

The world we live in today does not have time to wait for a device to charge. This is where the OPPO F27 5G comes to your rescue — thanks to its 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging tech. This feature enables the battery to fully recharge in around 75 minutes, reducing downtime and keeping you in the loop. So whether it is a busy day ahead and you need quick power before leaving, the fast charging makes your device ready before you.

Design Applied Presently (DAP): an all encompassing experience

Celebrating this ideology, the OPPO F27 5G does not just rely on the technical specifications highlighted above. And with its slim and ergonomically designed shape, the Kindle is a comfortable reader to hold in hand during long hours of use. The easy-to-navigate interface and the large, crisp screen, along with the solid battery life, make for a great user experience.

Conclusion

The OPPO F27 5G is a device that puts users first offering a sleek screen, good battery life, and fast charging. A smartphone that’s not only made to keep up with your lifestyle but also to improve it, so you can stay connected, entertained, and prepared for whatever comes your way.

Software and Performance

With reliable performance backed by a great software experience, the OPPO F27 5G caters to a smooth user experience. So, Lets take a closer look at its software and performance.

Software: Intuitive and Full of Features

OPPO F27 5G is powered by ColorOS 14 based on Android 14, which provides a user-friendly interface with several features to improve usability and personalization.

• GenAI Embedded: With integrated GenAI tools like AI Toolbox, AI Writer, An AI Summary, and AI Speak, the device can pull, summarize, and present data while increasing productivity.
• Customization Options: Users can tailor their interaction with the device through customizable themes, wallpaper, and icon styles so that the device aligns with personal choices.
• Security Features: Like the smartphones of these times, the smartphone comes with facial recognition and an in-display fingerprint scanner for secure access to the device.
• CBS (Cell Broadcast Service): The OPPO F27 5G has CBS support, allowing the user to receive relevant information and emergency alerts. You can manage this feature via the “Wireless emergency alerts” section in the settings.

Performance: Standard for Daily Driving

With 8GB of RAM, the OPPO F27 5G sports a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, delivering seamless multitasking, as well as efficient daily app management.

• Daily Tasks: The device runs normal things like browsing, social media tools, and media consumption with ease and without lags.
• Gaming Performance: The OPPO F27 5G will be able to run popular games, but may not be able to play at the highest frame rates or graphics settings compared to some competitors. Under a 15-minute CPU throttling test, the phone throttled to 87% of its peak performance, suggesting steady performance during the extended use.
• Benchmark Comparisons: In performance benchmarks, devices such as POCO F6, which come with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, deliver much better scores. Nonetheless, the OPPO F27 5G does deliver adequate performance, primarily because it is targeted at users who don’t heavily rely on their devices.

User Experience: Finding Balance Between Form Vs Function

The software and hardware capabilities of the OPPO F27 5G work together to deliver a seamless experience for the user.

Design and Aesthetics HideIt mounts are more than just black boxes, and add a dimension of character to a home area.

• Note: The above specifications may vary based on the markets, models and configurations.
• Battery and Charging: The smartphone is packed with a sizeable 5000mAh battery and 45W SuperVOOC fast charging technology that can charge the device in around 75 mins fully. So that way, users can remain connected without excessive downtime.

Conclusion

With its combination of user-friendly software and reliable performance the OPPO F27 5G is an excellent pick for those looking for a stylish device to efficiently take on day-to-day tasks. And even if perhaps this is not the equipment of choice when it comes to high-end gamers, its extensive biometrics, digital features, and human-oriented concept see it within a robust set of its own.

Camera, Photo, and Video Quality

Full explanation — The OPPO F27 5G is designed to offer users a balanced photography experience, delivering combination between a stunning design aesthetic with a more then capable camera system. So, let us take a closer look at its camera specifications, photo quality, and video performance to give you the low-down.

Camera Specifications

CameraWe see a dual-rear camera setup in the OPPO F27 5G:

• Main Sensor: 50MP Omnivision OV50D sensor for high-resolution imaging.
• Depth Sensor: A 2-megapixel sensor, used for depth perception, to improve portrait shots

On the front, is a 32-megapixel selfie camera for video calls, etc.

Photo Quality

• Daylight Photography: Under ample lighting, the 50MP main sensor delivers decent levels of details and decent clarity in images. The colors tend to carry a bit of warmth, often giving photos a more vibrant look. The images are said to be a bit soft and not as sharp as those produced by higher-end devices.
• Portrait Mode: Using the depth sensor, portrait mode delivers a natural bokeh effect, blurring the background, while drawing attention to the subject itself. The result is, on the whole, pleasant, but edge detection can fail a bit in more complex scenes or bad lighting, leaving the subject’s edges a bit blurry from time to time.
• Low-Light Photography: Working under low-light circumstances reduces the camera’s performance. Photographs taken in these environments tend to have a marked noise as well as a loss of detail. The built-in Night Mode tries to tackle these problems, but image quality is not notably better in low lighting, revealing more room for improvement when it comes to nighttime shots.

Video Quality

For videos, the OPPO F27 5G’s rear camera is capable of recording at 1080p resolution at 60fps.

• Stabilization: The lack of more advanced stabilization features is one major drawback. This means videos can look shaky, particularly when filmed on the move. This could impact the complete experience for dynamic videos.
• Overall Video Skills: In bright lighting, the video image is passable for casual use, picking up a fair touch of detail and color imitation. In low-light situations, though, videos may appear noisier and less detailed.

User Feedback

[Read our user reviews of the camera system] While a number of people like the design of the device and most agree the primary camera does fine when there’s good lighting, the consensus is that low-light capabilities and video stabilization can be improved. A few users have also expressed a wish for an ultra-wide-angle lens, which is not present in this model.

Conclusion

You get a fashionable design as well as a competent camera setup that should be good enough for your daily photography needs on the OPPO F27 5G. In good lighting conditions, it performs remarkably well, delivering detailed and vivid images. But for users looking for great low-light performance or advanced video stabilization, you might look toward an alternative. All in all it delivers a balanced camera solution for casual snappers and social media enthusiasts.

Pros and Cons:

OPPO F27 5G potential of blending good design with balanced specifications Here is a brief summary of its strengths and weaknesses:

Pros:

• Premium Design: With a sleek and expensive premium design, this device comes with a stylish camera module with the Cosmos Ring and Halo Light that attracts the eye.
• Vivid Display: The phone boasts a 6.67-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing a smooth visual experience with vibrant colors.
• Good Battery Life: 5,000mAh battery will last all day, even with moderate use.
• Durability: The device’s rating of IP66, IP68, and IP69 gives it incredible strength and makes it a good choice for users in any type of setting.

The segmentation of AI tools like AI Writer, AI Summary, and AI Speak makes it a feature that promotes user convenience and productivity.

Cons:

• Average Low-Light Performance: The low-light performance of this camera is average, with obvious noise and a loss of detail; the Night Mode helps a little.
• Underwhelming Performance: As the latest device with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, the performance on the new device may not be impressive for power users or avid gamers.
• Presence of Bloatware: Preinstalled applications are usually available on the UI and are not required for all users, can clog up the experience.
• No Ultra-Wide Camera: Missing an ultra-wide angle lens makes photography less versatile.

Overall, the OPPO F27 5G is a solid mid-ranger for design, display quality, and durability-focused users. But those looking for cutting-edge camera performance — particularly in dim lighting — or top-tier processing power will need to look elsewhere.

Pre-installed bloatware

• Macro camera performance is quite average
• Low-light video recording quality can be improved

Price and Availability

The OPPO F27 5G comes at ₹24,999 for the 8GB/128GB variant and ₹26,999 for the 8GB/256GB variant. It can be bought online through the Flipkart and Amazon platforms as well as from all retail stores in India.

OPPO F27 5G was released on February 28, 2025, in India at an introductory price of:

Pricing:

• 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage: Launch Price: ₹22,999 [Official] At present, this model can be purchased for ₹20,999 with a discount if bought from OPPO’s official e-store.
• 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage: Launched for ₹24,999. Currently, Croma’s online store has this model priced at ₹22,999.

Availability:

The OPPO F27 5G is available for purchase on:

• Online: From major e-commerce sites such as Amazon and Flipkart, as well as OPPO’s official e-store. The 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage is available from Amazon for example.
• Offline Retailers: The device is now also available offline at selected retail stores around India, including Croma outlets.

Color Options:

There are two unique colors of the smartphone:

• Amber Orange: The color of amber gemstones
• Dark Emerald: A elegant colour derived from gemstone emeralds.

Additional Offers:

Buyers were offered an instant discount of ₹2,500 with select bank cards at launch. At the time of writing these promotional offers may no longer be valid, though of course, be sure to check the respective destinations for ongoing offers or additional bank deals that could help reduce these prices even further.

Prices and availability are accurate as of publish time, but are subject to change. Please check official retailer sites or authorized stores for the latest information.

Is it Available in India?

 Yes, OPPO F27 5G is easily available in India. Its main market would be for those seeking a mid-range smartphone.

Answered on 26 Apr 23, 11:07AM: Yes, OPPO F27 5G is launched in India. Available via various channels such as OPPO’s official e-store, few leading e-commerce platforms in the country like Amazon and Flipkart and select retail stores.

Pricing and Variants:

• 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage: Costing ₹22,999.
• 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage: ₹24,999.

Color Options:

• Amber Orange
• Emerald Green

Prices and availability are accurate as of publish time, but are subject to change. To find the best deals on retailers, please check the official online sites or head into authorized stores.

Conclusion

OPPO F27 5G is a solid contender in the mid-range segment which provides style, performance, and connectivity all at once. As far as the multimedia experience and daily use is concerned, the device packs in enough with its bright display, long battery life, and fast charging. And, of course, there are some shortcomings such as bloat ware from the manufacturer and not very good macro performance but the strengths make the product highly viable for its price category.

why should buy?

With this in mind, the OPPO F27 5G is hard to beat for anyone in the market for a mid-range smartphone with both style and substance. Here are a few reasons to be interested in this device:

• Sleek & Premium Build: OPPO F27 5G has a very sleek design with a matte finish that does not get fingerprints easily, very much like the F21 5G, and also it has a glittery effect under light. At 7.76mm thick, it is thin enough to be comfortable in the hand and also portable.
• Vibrant AMOLED Display: It has a 6.67-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Which makes it perfect for media consumption, gaming, or just everyday use.
• Solid Battery Performance: The 5,000mAh battery will get you a full day of usage pretty comfortably with moderate use. Moreover, the 100% charge-up time via 45W SUPERVOOC charging is less than 1.5 hours, which means you don’t have to take a long break from gaming.
• Moderate Camera: It has a 50-megapixel main camera that can take good, clear photos in light. However, with decent colour fidelity, and acceptable noise in low-light, it can be good enough for lazy photography.

To make navigation easy, the OPPO F27 5G packs a user-friendly software experience with ColorOS 14 based on Android 14. Adding, with features such as “Splash Touch”, touch screen when the tip of the finger wet, still usable, but more practical in various environments.

• Aggressive Pricing: With the 128GB variant priced at ₹22,999, the device presents good value for users looking for a balanced smaryphone experience without burning a hole in the pocket.

Prospective buyers interested in OPPO F27 5G should consider the following pros and cons before making a decision:

• Limited Performance: While adequate for daily tasks, the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset may come up short for users looking for high-end gaming or intensive multitasking capabilities.
• Lack of Ultra-Wide Angle: For people that like to take wide angle shots this might go against them as they will miss the ultra wide shot.
• Bloatware: There are several pre-installed applications on the device, something that might annoy some users.

Overall, I think the OPPO F27 5G is a solid mid range smartphone that really comes into its own with a great design, brilliant display and good battery life. It is especially a great choice for users who are looking for an attractive device for everyday use. But for high-performance gaming or high-end photography features you may want to consider alternatives.

Why You Should Not Buy It?

Here are some attractive features being offered in the OPPO F27 5G, but there are also some drawbacks that users might need to think about before purchasing it:

Not So Smart MediaTek Dimensity 6300 powers the OPPO F27 5G. The performance is overall decent. Alas, there are rivals at this price point that equip their devices with more powerful processors, yielding enhanced performance throughout demanding applications and gaming scenarios. The POCO F6 is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and outperforms the F27 5G in a number of benchmarks.

• Camera Weaknesses: There are a number of weak points in the F27 5G’s camera system:
• Low-Light Performance: When shooting in low-light settings, the camera fails to write crisp and colorful shots, often leaving you with photos that have dull colors and lower detail.
• Slow Portrait Mode: The portrait mode is slow, and this is annoying because the photo opportunities can be lost while the phone processes the shot. Edge detection is also unreliable, particularly in dark environments, and it adversely affects bokeh effects.
• No Ultra-Wide Lens: The camera’s lack of an ultra-wide-angle sensor restricts its versatility, preventing users from capturing a broader field of view.
• Software Bloatware : The device comes preloaded with tons of apps including games and other software, which is not required by every user. This bloated software can take up important storage space and can have to be uninstalled manually to optimize the device.

Limited Software Update Support OPPO only provides two years of software updates for the F27 5G, which is shorter than some competitors that offer long-term support. Although, this restricts device’s lifespan in terms of feature access.

• Missing Stereo Speakers: The F27 5G doesn’t include stereo speakers, potentially reducing the audio experience, particularly during media consumption or gaming sessions that thrive on immersive sound.
• No Expandable Storage or 3.5mm Headphone Jack: Unlike some phones that allow for expandable storage via microSD cards, the device does not support this feature. Missing features, such as the 3.5mm headphone jack, can be frustrating for audiophiles that prefer wired audio peripherals.
• Pricing Dilemma: With its specifications and the presence of more affordable alternatives with better performance and features, the pricing of the F27 5G is a concern in terms of value for money. Entry-level options such as the POCO X6 Pro and Realme 13 Pro offer better performance and camera at equivalent / lower price brackets.

To summarize, however the OPPO F27 5G looks appealing and has a nice display, these upsides may not be sufficient for users who require a better performance, camera, loading software bloatware, and several other issues that need to be considered before the purchase. Looking elsewhere in that price range may yield a better compromise.