Launch report · Oppo
Oppo F1: The "Selfie Expert" launch device that birthed Oppo's global F-series.
SpecEagle Editorial·Jan 2016·$220·Score 42/100
F1 was the first phone in Oppo's global "Selfie Expert" F-series — modest hardware sold on selfie quality and slim styling. The pitch worked: the F-line went on to dominate camera-led marketing in Southeast Asia.
Key specs at launch
Display
5.0" LCD
Chipset
Snapdragon 616
Memory
3 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
13 MP
Battery
2,500 mAh
Weight
134 g
What stands out
- Launched the F-series "Selfie Expert" line.
- Light 134 g aluminium body.
- 8 MP selfie was strong for the price.
- microSD + jack.
What to watch
- HD display.
- Snapdragon 616 was modest.
- Small battery.
- Old ColorOS 2.