After an exhausting 2018, the Reno2 Z sends off 2019 in a way that embodies the best parts of Oppo’s approach to tech. For the $599 launch price, you get bucket-loads of value in the form of a snappy processor, a versatile (if unreliable) quad-lens camera and a solid two-days of battery life.

It’s easy to spot the bargain that Oppo have smuggled into the mid-tier with the Reno2 Z

Flagship features; Slick software;

Camera can be inconsistent; Slow Face Unlock;

The Reno 2 Z launches at an astonishingly good price. Yes it's a little more than in six-month-old predecessor, but as it ditches the notch it's an even better-looking handset. And, really, it's a steal. As with the original Reno Z, the second-gen model is punching well above its weight.

Clear and crisp display; Premium look and feel; Great battery life; Super fast-charging

Very slippery finish; Low-light photos not a patch on the Google Pixel 3a

OPPO Reno Z is an affordable smartphone that packs a high-end wallop!

Really impressed with this phone. For the price it feels like a premium smart phone. The camera is incredible and it's a fast snappy phone. Will buy from this brand again

The OPPO Reno Z is not, by any stretch, a bad device. Set among other high-value offerings in the budget-to-midrange category, it stands out as a top contender. In fact, it's a top contender in the Android Headlines list for top value handsets. That doesn't mean it's without fault or caveats.

Fingerprint scanner is slow and inconsistent; Facial recognition is more consistent but slower; ColorOS is bulky; Software inclusions are convoluted; Speakers are loud but lack punch and bass in playback; No NFC; Bluetooth 5.0 is spotty disconnects with some types of devices; Night Mode 2.0 camera...

Best phone ever bought by me, earlier one plus user, happy customer, camera, heaphone, speaker, resolution and finger print is awesome

It's hard to find much to dislike about the Oppo Reno Z – while some features could be better, like the chipset and camera, they're far from bad. Throw in the impressive design and display and you've got a fantastic phone, particularly given its budget price tag.

Low price tag; Premium-feeling design; High-quality display

Limited camera functions; Chipset is okay; not great; Loses the Oppo Reno's distinctive pop-up camera