The argument whether smartphones will take the place of traditional cameras is becoming profound in the wake of rapid technical advancement. Phones now come with improved sensors, computational photography, multiple lenses, and powerful autofocus systems, making them versatile tools for photography and videography. Oppo’s Reno series is widely recognised for its strong camera capabilities. The Reno14 and Reno14 Pro are the new models in this series, both sturdy and reliable handsets with a premium metal build and advanced features. We evaluated the Reno14 Pro for over one week, it comes in 12GB+256GB and 12GB+ 512GB configurations. It is the ease with which this handset captures clear and detailed imaging, along with the AI-powered features for editing and enhancing photos, that is the real attraction for users here. After all, mobile users don’ need to be photography experts to get great results.
Elegant design meets efficient performance
The Reno14 Pro is a stylish handset with a sleek and lightweight build in an aluminum frame. It has Corning Gorilla Glass 7i for drop and scratch protection, it can even withstand accidental falls and intrusion of dust and water. There is a 6.83-inch flexible AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, plus an ultra-slim bezel to maximise the screen real estate. It is available in Pearl White with Velvet Glass and Titanium Grey with a reflective matte finish.
Under the hood, the Reno14 Pro has a MediaTek Dimensity 8450 processor that delivers smooth performance for everyday tasks and casual gaming. The processor can handle the demands of running multiple apps simultaneously and quickly load them. It reacts quickly to any touch input. A responsive phone with fast app loading times results in a more enjoyable and efficient user experience. Users don’t have to wait long for apps to load, making the phone feel fast and snappy. It runs on Android 15 with ColorOS15.
The Reno14 Pro features a large 6200mAh 5-year durable battery with 80W wired and 50W AirVOOC wireless charging support. Thanks to tight integration with Google Gemini AI, users can control apps like Notes, Clock and Calendar through voice—useful for setting reminders, writing travel logs, or scheduling tasks. Some of the other AI productivity tools include Translate that supports real-time voice translation and camera-based text recognition, while AI VoiceScribe transcribes conversations instantly and summarises content—ideal for professionals, students, or travelers.
The cameras are a major highlight of the Reno14 Pro. There is a triple 50MP rear camera system and a 50MP front snapper. The rear setup includes a wide, ultra-wide and 3.5x telephoto lens, all with 50MP sensors, offering versatility and high-quality images. The front camera is ideal for selfies and video calls.
The phone is equipped with various AI-powered features, such as AI Unblur, AI Recompose, Reflection Remover, and Studio mode, aimed at enhancing the overall photography experience. AI can intelligently adjust exposure, focus and white balance to produce sharp, vibrant photos, even in challenging lighting conditions. The images produced are highly detailed with life-like colours. Low-light photography is impressive too, while the AI wizardry can even fix blurry images.
Overall, the Reno14 Pro is a well-balanced Android phone with good smooth day-to-day running. It has a competent camera system and strong battery life. Highly recommended for mobile shooters.
SPECIFICATIONS
Display: 6.83-inch 120Hz LTPS AMOLED display
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8450
Operating system: ColorOS 15, Android 15
Cameras: 50MP+50MP+50MP (rear), 50MP front camera
Battery: 6200mAh, 80W wired SuperVOOC fast charging
Estimated street price: Rs 49,999 (12GB+256GB), Rs 54,999 (12GB+512GB)
