The Oppo Reno 14 series has officially arrived in China, and this time, the company isn’t playing it safe. Instead of going all-in on sleek looks or camera gimmicks, Oppo is positioning these phones as rugged, high-performance all-rounders, engineered for creators, gamers, and power users who need their phones to hold up under pressure. From live video broadcasting to extended gaming sessions, the Reno 14 and Reno 14 Pro are designed to push the mid-range boundary a little closer to flagship territory.

Flat Screens, No Curves, All Clarity

Both phones ditch the curvy displays of their predecessors in favor of flat 1.5k AMOLED panels, 6.59 inches on the Reno 14 and 6.83 inches on the Pro, with support for 120Hz refresh rates and a blistering 3840Hz PWM dimming that should be easier on the eyes during long usage.

The panels also get Oppo’s Crystal Shield Glass for protection. Brightness peaks at 1200 nits, and touch response tops out at 240Hz, making both phones responsive enough for gaming and content creation.

All the Cameras You Could Ask For

Both phones are stacked with 50MP cameras across the board, including a main shooter, a 3.5x periscope telephoto (using Samsung’s JN5 sensor), and a high-resolution 50MP selfie cam. The Pro model gets the edge with a fourth 50MP ultra-wide lens, while the vanilla Reno 14 settles for an 8MP ultra-wide.

Both the front and rear cameras support 4K 60fps video recording, and Oppo is clearly pushing the Reno 14 Pro as a tool for livestreamers and vloggers. The company has even designed an external active cooler and a massive 20,000mAh power bank accessory to keep creators powered and thermally stable for hours. Noise reduction, color correction, and even a 30-second gameplay clip capture feature help round out the content-first pitch.

New Silicon, More Efficiency

Under the hood, the Reno 14 Pro is powered by the yet-to-be-documented Dimensity 8450 chipset. It’s paired with a Mali-G720 MC7 GPU and promises higher performance than the Dimensity 8350 found inside the base Reno 14. Both chips are built on 4nm nodes and come with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 3.1 storage.

The phones use a new “nano ice crystal” heat sink that Oppo claims is three times more efficient than previous models. That’s especially important for sustained 4K recording or long gaming sessions, where thermal throttling can otherwise ruin the experience.

Battery Life and Charging

This is where the Reno 14 series really stands out. The Reno 14 packs a 6,000mAh battery, while the Pro model takes it up a notch with a 6,200mAh cell, the largest ever in the Reno lineup. Both support 80W wired SuperVOOC charging, and the Pro also throws in 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging.

Oppo says the Reno 14 Pro can livestream for up to five hours on a single charge or game for eight. These aren’t just big numbers, they’re big bets on the kind of user who needs more than a daily top-up.

Durability and Design

Despite their creator-first and gamer-friendly chops, both phones are surprisingly tough. They come with IP66, IP68, and IP69 water and dust resistance, which is uncommon in this category. Oppo even includes underwater photography and video modes (up to 4K 30fps), further reinforcing their outdoor-ready appeal.

As for design, the Pro model comes in Reef Black, Calla Lily Purple, and Mermaid, with a velvet glass finish that should feel as good as it looks. The Reno 14 also gets the Mermaid option, along with Reef Black and Pinellia Green.

Pricing and Availability

The Reno 14 starts at 2,799 yuan (~$390) for the 12GB+256GB variant and goes up to 3,799 yuan (~$530) for the top-end 16GB+1TB model. The Reno 14 Pro starts at 3,499 yuan (~$485) and maxes out at 4,499 yuan (~$625) for the same 16GB+1TB configuration. Both models are available for pre-order in China and will go on sale from May 23.

Final Thoughts

This isn’t just another Reno refresh. The Reno 14 series marks a bold pivot: from design-forward mid-rangers to high-endurance, content-ready machines. Between the massive batteries, flat flagship-grade displays, periscope telephoto lenses, and serious cooling claims, Oppo is making a case for why the Reno lineup should be taken seriously, even by creators and gamers used to premium flagships. Whether the rest of the world gets on board is just a matter of time.

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