What consumer expects from a Premium 5G Smartphone launch in India?
By: Sameer Dhingra
Tags: 5g, Oppo, Mobile Phone, Smartphones

As we get closer to the rollout of 5G services in India, a number of phone manufacturers have already launched 5G smartphones, fuelling expectations among consumers. Undoubtedly, 5G will be a far superior technology compared to 4G, and therefore, expectations from 5G smartphone launches are very high. So, what are consumers expecting from a premium smartphone launch when it comes to 5G?

Powerful chipsets for videos & online games

Experts say that 5G will be a lot faster technology in terms of data speed than 4G. When 5G is finally rolled out in India, expectations are that data speed will reach around 10 gigabits per second. Obviously, the consumers expect that 5G smartphones will have powerful chipsets that deliver improved processing capacity so that they can play online games, watch videos, and listen to music on their smartphones at speeds, which are not possible until now.

Premium smartphones are delivering a much better user experience for video games. (Image by SAIYED IRFAN A from Pixabay)

During the COVID-19 induced lockdown, Indian consumers increased the consumption of mobile data. There was an unprecedented surge in smartphone use for video calling, online streaming, etc., putting pressure on 4G networks. Consumers expect that 5G networks and premium 5G smartphones will be able to deliver them a much better experience.

Better camera & impressive display

Although premium 5G smartphones will have faster processing capacity, the consumers expect the manufacturers to provide better camera configuration, impressive display, better battery, fast charging technology as well. Consumers expect manufacturers to improve not only the processor but also the look, feel, and the whole aesthetic of the smartphones.

Consumers love smartphones with an impressive display and a great camera. (Image by fernando zhiminaicela from Pixabay)

Apart from that, 5G smartphones will also have higher RAM and storage capacity. Most premium smartphone launches in the 5G category are expected to have as high as 12GB RAM.

OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G to woo the consumers

OPPO is going to launch its 5G smartphone called Reno5 Pro 5G in India, which will deliver on all these counts. Reno5 Pro 5G is going to be a part of the hugely successful OPPO Reno series. OPPO has already launched Reno5 Pro 5G in China, and it’s likely to be launched in India on January 18, 2021.

The smartphone is expected to come with MTK’s new 5G integrated chip Dimensity 1000+ that will deliver a powerful performance. It will likely have a 90Hz 3D borderless screen to offer a smooth visual experience while swiping images or reading text.

When it comes to camera features, OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G will be second to none. The smartphone is likely to have four rear cameras, including a 64-megapixel primary sensor. On the front, it will have a 32-megapixel sensor for selfies and video calls.

Further, OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G will allow users to shoot clear and bright videos even at night. Even if users are shooting videos in the backlight, this smartphone will enable them to shoot clear videos.

No wonder smartphone users are eagerly looking forward to the launch of this 5G smartphone, which is expected to take the Indian smartphone industry by storm!