Oppo R17
A 2018 waterdrop-notch phone with an in-display fingerprint sensor.
The Oppo R17 is a mid-range Oppo smartphone released Aug 2018, with a launch price of $540. It pairs the Snapdragon 670 with a 6.4" AMOLED display, a 16 MP + 5 MP main camera and a 3,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 58/100 — In-display fingerprint goes mainstream. Standout strengths: in-display fingerprint sensor — early adopter. and tiny waterdrop notch design. Main trade-off: sd670 is mid-tier.
In-display fingerprint goes mainstream.
R17 was one of the earliest mainstream phones with an under-display fingerprint sensor, paired with a tiny waterdrop notch — a design template that defined the late-2018 mid-range. The SD670 was mid-tier, but the style and tech were ahead of the pack.
Read the full review- In-display fingerprint sensor — early adopter.
- Tiny waterdrop notch design.
- Gradient glass back.
- VOOC fast charging.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Oppo R17 compares
| Oppo R17 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | A92 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 58 | 89 | 58 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 670 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 665 |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 16 MP + 5 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 48 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 3,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $540 | $1,299 | $290 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Oppo R17 released?
The Oppo R17 was released in Aug 2018.
How much does the Oppo R17 cost?
The Oppo R17 launched at $540 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Oppo R17 screen size and type?
The Oppo R17 has a 6.4" AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Oppo R17 use?
The Oppo R17 is powered by the Snapdragon 670 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Oppo R17 have?
The Oppo R17 ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Oppo R17 battery capacity?
The Oppo R17 has a 3,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the Oppo R17 charge?
The Oppo R17 supports 20 W VOOC wired charging.
What is the Oppo R17 main camera?
The Oppo R17 has a 16 MP + 5 MP main camera.
Does the Oppo R17 have a headphone jack?
The Oppo R17 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Oppo R17 get software updates?
The Oppo R17 update policy: To Android 9.0.
How much does the Oppo R17 weigh?
The Oppo R17 weighs 182 g.
What colours does the Oppo R17 come in?
The Oppo R17 is available in 2 colours: Neon Purple, Ambient Mist.
Is the Oppo R17 worth buying?
R17 was one of the earliest mainstream phones with an under-display fingerprint sensor, paired with a tiny waterdrop notch — a design template that defined the late-2018 mid-range. The SD670 was mid-tier, but the style and tech were ahead of the pack. SpecEagle gives the Oppo R17 an editorial score of 58/100.
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