Oppo F21 Pro
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- Released April 2022
- OS Android 11
- Display 6.43" AMOLED
- Camera 64MP
- RAM 8GB / 128GB
- Battery 4500mAh
PROS
- 1 best design
- 2 huge storage and RAM (8GB + 128GB, microSDXC)
- 3 AMOLED display with high resolution (6.43", 90Hz, Gorilla Glass 5, 800 nits peak)
- 4 good performance (Snapdragon 680)
- 5 64MP triple camera with a 2MP microscope lens and a 32MP selfie camera
- 6 33W fast charging
- 7 IPX4 water resistance with the Orbit Light ring
- 8 under-display fingerprint sensor
- 9 3.5mm headphone jack
- 10 USB Type-C
CONS
- 1 FM radio is not supported
- 2 no NFC
- 3 no 5G support (4G only)
- 4 4500mAh battery
- 5 Android 11 — software support ended years ago (GSMArena lists Android 12, up to Android 14 — the conflict is named in the write-up)
- 6 the microscope lens is a gimmick
- 7 no 4K video
- 8 only one variant (8+128GB) — no cheaper or larger option
Prices
Specification
Network
| Technology The mobile network technology the phone uses, such as GSM, HSPA or LTE. It determines which types of networks the phone can connect to. | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands The second-generation mobile network bands the phone can use for calls and basic data. Support for more bands means better compatibility with different networks. | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G bands The third-generation mobile network bands the phone supports for calls and mobile data. More supported bands mean better compatibility with different networks. | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands The fourth-generation (LTE) mobile network bands the phone supports. More supported bands mean better compatibility and coverage on different networks. | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 8(900), 38(2600), 40(2300), 41(2500) |
| Speed The data speed the phone can support on mobile networks. Higher speeds mean faster downloads and uploads when the network supports them. | HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE-A |
Body
| Dimensions The height, width and thickness of the phone, usually measured in millimetres. Smaller dimensions generally make a phone easier to hold. | 159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight How heavy the phone is, measured in grams. A lower weight generally makes a phone more comfortable to hold for long periods. | 175 g (6.17 oz) |
| SIM The SIM card type and number the phone accepts, such as Nano-SIM or dual SIM. It determines how many mobile connections can be used. | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Others Additional specifications that do not fit the other categories. This lists any remaining relevant details about the phone. | IPX4 water resistant |
Display
| Type The kind of display panel used in the phone. Different panel types affect colour, contrast and power use. | AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size The diagonal size of the display, measured in inches from corner to corner. | 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution The number of pixels in the display, shown as width by height. Higher resolution generally means a sharper image. | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) |
| Protection Protection applied to the display or body, such as strengthened glass or water and dust resistance ratings. | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | 90Hz, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM), 800 nits (peak) |
Platform
| OS The operating system software that runs the phone and its apps. Its version affects features, security and app compatibility. | Android 11, ColorOS 12.1 |
| Chipset The main processor platform that powers the device. It controls performance, power efficiency and supported features. | Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) |
| CPU The central processing unit that runs apps and tasks. More cores and higher clock speeds generally mean faster performance. | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver) |
| GPU The graphics processing unit that handles images, video and games. A more capable GPU generally gives smoother graphics and gaming. | Adreno 610 |
Memory
| Card slot A special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory (or in the past these slots have been used to add some missing features such as Wi-Fi connectivity). Memory cards have different capacities and are used to store and transfer files between compatible devices. There are several types of memory cards. The most popular and frequently used by mobile phone manufacturers is microSD; however, up until recently Sony Ericsson exclusively used the Memory Stick Micro (M2) card type developed by Sony. | microSDXC |
| Internal Storage The built-in storage space for apps, photos and files, measured in gigabytes. More storage lets you keep more content on the phone. | 128GB UFS 2.2 |
| RAM The memory the phone uses to run apps and keep them open in the background, measured in gigabytes. More RAM generally helps multitasking run smoothly. | 8 GB |
| Variant A phone variant is a specific model or version of a phone that differs slightly from other versions of the same phone from the same manufacturer. These differences can include variations in colors, sizes, features, specifications, or other attributes that distinguish one variant from another. For example, smartphones can have different storage capacities and colors, and different iPhone variants can have different cellular bands. | 8GB 128GB |
Camera
| Triple A camera is a device that captures light and processes it into an image. It does this through a lens, which focuses the light onto a light-sensitive surface where a picture is formed. This could be film in traditional cameras or an electronic sensor in digital cameras. | 64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF 2 MP, f/3.3, (microscope) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video The meaning of VIDEO CAMERA is a camera that records video and usually audio | 64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF 2 MP, f/3.3, (microscope) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) Video: 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera The front-facing camera used for self-portraits and video calls. Higher megapixels can give more detail, along with features such as autofocus or flash. | 32 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm. Video: 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
More
| Loudspeaker The built-in speaker used for calls on speakerphone, music and videos. It states whether the phone has one and its type, such as stereo speakers. | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack A round headphone port for wired headphones and audio accessories. If present, wired audio can be used without an adapter. | Yes |
| WLAN The Wi-Fi standards the phone supports for wireless internet. Newer standards generally offer faster speeds and better connections. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth A short-range wireless technology for connecting accessories such as headphones and speakers. A newer version generally offers better range, speed and power efficiency. | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| GPS Satellite positioning used to find the phone location for maps and navigation. Support for more satellite systems can improve accuracy. | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| NFC Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless feature for contactless payments and quick pairing. It works only over very short distances. | No |
| FM radio Mobile phones that support FM radio have a dedicated FM radio receiver chip. This chip is responsible for receiving FM radio signals and converting them into audio signals that can be played through the phone's speakers or headphones. | No |
| USB The USB port used for charging and data transfer. Newer USB versions generally offer faster transfer speeds and a reversible connector. | USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
| Infrared port An infrared (IR) port is a port on an electronic device that sends and receives data using infrared light. IR ports were commonly used in wireless devices to allow for fast communication with other devices, such as base stations. IR ports work by allowing two devices to face each other and share data using infrared rays within a range of 10 meters. | |
| Sensors Built-in sensors that detect motion, light, position and other conditions. They enable features such as auto-rotation, face unlock and navigation. | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery Type The kind of battery used in the phone and whether it can be removed. It describes the battery technology and form. | Non-removable Li-Po |
| Battery Capacity The size of the battery, measured in milliamp-hours (mAh). A higher capacity usually means longer use between charges. | 4500 mAh |
| Charging How the battery is charged, including wired and wireless charging speeds in watts. Higher wattage usually means faster charging. | Fast charging 33W, 100% in 60 min (advertised). Reverse charging |
| Made by The company that makes the device. It names the manufacturer responsible for the phone. | China |
| Color The color options in which the phone is available. Color choice does not affect performance or features. | Cosmic Black, Sunset Orange |
| Models The specific model numbers or variants of the phone sold in different regions. Different models may vary in bands or storage. | CPH2363 |
Disclaimer
We do not guarantee that the information of this page is 100% accurate and up to date. Read more
The Oppo F21 Pro is the 4G version of Oppo’s April 2022 mid-range phone — a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a 64MP triple camera with a microscope lens, and the Orbit Light ring around the camera, built around the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680. Do not confuse it with the Oppo F21 Pro 5G, which uses a Dimensity 810 chip: this page is about the 4G version, model CPH2363. The F21 Pro is a rebadged Oppo Reno7 4G — the pictures carry the Reno7 file names.
Design and Display
The F21 Pro has a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with 1080 x 2400 pixels (around 409 ppi) and a 90Hz refresh rate, with 430 nits typical brightness, 600 nits in high-brightness mode and 800 nits peak, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The panel covers about 85.3% of the front, with a small punch-hole selfie camera at the top-left — not a waterdrop notch, as the pictures show. The phone measures 159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm and weighs 175 g, and it takes two Nano-SIMs (dual stand-by). It is rated IPX4 water resistant. Around the camera sits an RGB ring light — the Orbit Light — which works as a notification light and shows charging progress. The fingerprint sensor sits under the display (optical). It comes in Cosmic Black and Sunset Orange, and the Sunset Orange back has a leather-like texture.
Say it plainly: this is the best-looking phone in this batch — an AMOLED 90Hz display, Gorilla Glass 5, an IPX4 rating and the Orbit Light at this price are genuinely unusual for 2022 — and the 7.5 mm slim body is the one thing that has aged well.
Performance
The phone runs on the Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm), an octa-core chip with four 2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold cores and four 1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver cores, paired with an Adreno 610 GPU, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage, with a microSDXC card slot for more room. Oppo also offers up to 5GB of virtual RAM expansion, borrowing up to 5GB from unused storage — say it plainly, virtual or extended RAM is not physical RAM. The Snapdragon 680 is an entry-level 4G chip — calls, messaging, social apps and light games are fine — but it is not a gaming chip, there is no 5G here, and the 6/10 Performance bar is the honest number.
Camera
- Main: 64MP, f/1.7, 26mm wide, 1/2.0″, PDAF
- Microscope: 2MP, f/3.3, microscope (30x magnification)
- Depth: 2MP, f/2.4, depth sensor
- Selfie: 32MP, f/2.4, 24mm wide
Video runs at 1080p at 30fps on the rear camera with gyro-EIS, and 1080p at 30fps on the front with gyro-EIS, with LED flash, HDR and panorama. This is a genuine 64MP main camera with a microscope lens — the first phone in Bangladesh with one — and a 32MP selfie camera, but the microscope lens is a gimmick (it counts threads in fabric at 30x and little else), there is no ultra-wide, no night mode, no stabilisation beyond gyro-EIS, and no 4K video. The second lens is a microscope lens, not an ultrawide as one MobileDokan highlight line says. The camera module shows two large lens circles plus a black strip with “AI” text and a flash — the third lens (microscope/depth) sits in the strip area.
Battery and Charging
The 4500mAh Li-Po battery is non-removable and offers 33W fast charging — 100% in 60 minutes, as advertised — plus reverse charging. Say it plainly: 4500mAh is small by 2026 standards, 33W charging is slow even for 2022, and the phone will need charging during the day — and a 2022 phone’s battery will be degraded by now.
Software
The F21 Pro ships with Android 11 and ColorOS 12.1, as MobileDokan’s specification table states. Say it plainly: the phone is four years old and its software support ended years ago. Note the conflict: GSMArena lists Android 12 (up to Android 14, ColorOS 14) for the F21 Pro, while MobileDokan’s table says Android 11, ColorOS 12.1; the table is used here. Buyers should not expect security updates in 2026 either way.
Price in Pakistan
The Oppo F21 Pro is listed at Rs. 89,999 in Pakistan at Expected price, for the only variant — 8GB + 128GB. That figure is a “Price starts” figure from mymobile, matched by zmobiles’ own variant table (8GB / 128GB — Rs. 89,999), with sellers ranging to Rs. 95,999. MobileDokan’s glance converts to Rs. 62,999 and its price row to Rs. 66,999 — both are Bangladesh list prices, and the 27,990 figure is the April 2022 launch price, confirmed by Gadgets360 and GSMArena BD — on a page untouched since May 2024, so neither is used here. PTA versus Non-PTA pricing is not yet confirmed for this phone — no PTA figure is given here.
8GB + 128GB — Expected: Rs. 89,999
| Model | Oppo F21 Pro |
| Price | PKR. 89,999 (Expected) |
| Display | 6.43″ AMOLED 1080×2400 pixels |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| ROM | 128 GB |
| Released | April 2022 |
Buying in Pakistan
- Check the exact variant: there is only one — 8GB + 128GB — so any other RAM/storage combination is a different phone.
- Confirm the warranty: there is no new-phone Oppo Pakistan warranty for a 2022 model — seller/shop warranty only, so confirm what it covers.
- Confirm the PTA/DIRBS status for the exact IMEI before paying.
- Check the phone is the F21 Pro 4G (Snapdragon 680, 64MP triple camera with a microscope lens, model CPH2363 — GSMArena also lists CPH2461 — Cosmic Black / Sunset Orange) and not the F21 Pro 5G (Dimensity 810).
- Test the under-display fingerprint sensor, the Orbit Light and the touchscreen before paying.
- Check the battery health — a 2022 phone’s battery will be degraded.
Final Verdict: An AMOLED display, a microscope camera and an Orbit Light — the most interesting 2022 Oppo in this batch
The F21 Pro is for someone who wants a slim, good-looking phone with an AMOLED 90Hz display, Gorilla Glass 5, a 64MP camera and a microscope lens to play with, and does not care that the chip is four years old, the battery is 4500mAh, there is no 5G and the software support ended years ago. Anyone wanting a usable 2026 phone should not buy this as a new phone. The 3.4/5 rating is honest: a strong 2022 mid-range phone with two weak spots (the chip and the battery).
