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In this video, MKBHD discusses how companies distinguish their smartphones in a crowded market by offering unique features. He introduces the Oppo Find X3 Pro, which stands out with its built-in microscope capable of 60x magnification, designed to capture intricate details with a shallow depth of field. MKBHD highlights the phone’s top-tier specifications, such as the Snapdragon 8 chip, 12GB RAM, 256GB of storage, and a 4,500 mAh battery. He praises its sleek design, seamless curved glass for the camera module, and IP68 dust and water resistance.
The video also delves into the phone’s impressive 6.7-inch Quad HD+ display with a 120Hz LTPO refresh rate, capable of showing a billion colors thanks to its 10-bit capability. This makes it particularly beneficial for professional photo and video editing. However, the 10-bit display feature is turned off by default and requires manual activation.
The Oppo Find X3 Pro’s camera system is another focal point, boasting a 50-megapixel main and ultra-wide cameras, a 13-megapixel telephoto lens, and a unique 3-megapixel macro camera with a ring light. MKBHD appreciates the substantial effort Oppo put into these features, especially the advanced macro lens, which offers a fun and highly detailed photography experience.
Throughout the review, MKBHD acknowledges some potential areas for improvement, such as the ergonomics of the fingerprint reader placement and the usability of certain features. Nonetheless, he expresses his satisfaction with the Oppo Find X3 Pro's innovative leaps, suggesting that these advancements could evolve beyond gimmicks into valuable standard features in future smartphones.
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In this segment, MKBHD discusses how companies differentiate their smartphones in a competitive market through unique features, drawing a line between what constitutes a feature versus a gimmick. He introduces the Oppo Find X3 Pro, emphasizing its distinct offering: a built-in microscope. He highlights the phone’s high-end specifications, including the Snapdragon 8 chip, 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, and a 4,500 mAh battery. He praises its design, particularly the seamless single piece of curved glass for the camera module, and describes its IP68 dust and water resistance. Additionally, MKBHD mentions its sleek feel, lightweight build, and features such as stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and a high-end 6.7-inch display.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the display features of a phone, highlighting its 6.7-inch Quad HD+ (1440p) panel with a super sharp resolution of 525 pixels per inch and a peak brightness of 1300 nits. It’s an OLED panel supporting a 120Hz LTPO refresh rate, which can dynamically adjust from 120Hz down to 5Hz to save battery life. This display has a 5 million to 1 contrast ratio, HDR 10+ certification, and 100% DCI P3 color gamut coverage.
Additionally, the fingerprint reader is located unusually low on the device, which is less ergonomic, but it offers a software feature for quick access to apps. The phone runs Oppo’s ColorOS on Android 11, noted for its smooth animations, Google feed integration, and improved stock apps. Despite some minor quirks, it remains a favorite Android version for the speaker.
The segment also mentions the inclusion of a 65W fast charger in the box, which can charge the phone to 40% in 10 minutes. The speaker concludes by pointing out unique features that help the phone stand out, like the billion-color display.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses a smartphone with a “billion color” 10-bit display, explaining that it can show up to 1.07 billion colors compared to the 16.7 million colors of the common 8-bit displays. The noteworthy aspect isn’t just the 10-bit capability, but also the complete pipeline from image capture to display that preserves this color depth, which is particularly beneficial for professional photo and video editing. However, this feature is turned off by default and requires manual activation. Additionally, the speaker highlights other impressive display features like high refresh rate and brightness, noting that the 10-bit color might only interest a niche group of users. The segment also covers the camera system on the Find X3 Pro, emphasizing its 50-megapixel main and ultra-wide cameras, a 13-megapixel telephoto zoom, and a unique 3-megapixel macro camera with a ring light. The speaker criticizes low-quality macro cameras often found on mid-range phones while appreciating the potential of a well-implemented macro camera.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses a 60x magnification macro lens that essentially functions as a microscope. The lens allows capturing extremely close-up images with a focus distance of one to three millimeters from the subject. Though challenging to use due to its shallow depth of field, the results are impressive, offering highly detailed, microscopic photos. The speaker mentions creating a game for viewers to guess what the macro photos depict, highlighting the lens’s ability to capture minute details, such as the threads on a shirt. The speaker acknowledges that while this feature may seem like a gimmick, it is highly enjoyable and significantly advanced compared to earlier macro capabilities in phones. They compare it to more expensive professional macro lenses, noting the difficulties and costs involved in achieving high-quality macro photography.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses a high-quality microscope camera with a 1500 lens and an f3 aperture. It features a bright ring light, allowing for closer subject capture without casting shadows. The speaker appreciates the additional time, effort, and money Oppo invested in this feature, making it stand out from average. They consider the potential for future enhancements, like dual aperture for better focus, and express hope that this innovation evolves from a gimmick into a stable feature. The speaker concludes by sharing their enjoyment of the product and signing off.