Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
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Galaxy S7
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£78.66£489.00 new
Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
Starting at
£105.00What's the difference between the Galaxy S7 and Oppo Reno4 Z 5G?
Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy S7 starts at £78.66, £26.34 less than the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G is the newer model, released in 2020.
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- Chipset: Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14 nm), Exynos 8 Octa 8890 on the Galaxy S7, Mediatek Dimensity 800 on the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
- The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
- The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a bigger battery: 4000 mAh vs 3000 mAh.
Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G specs
The Galaxy S7 and Oppo Reno4 Z 5G differ in several key areas that suit different user needs. The Galaxy S7 offers a compact 5.1 inch Super AMOLED screen with a higher resolution, making it ideal if you prefer a smaller, sharper display. Oppo Reno4 Z 5G features a much larger 6.57 inch IPS LCD screen with 5G support, which suits you if you want a roomy screen and faster mobile connectivity. Oppo Reno4 Z 5G also has twice the RAM and four times the main camera resolution, which helps with multitasking and capturing detailed photos. The Galaxy S7 supports expandable storage via microSDXC and has a lighter, smaller body. Your choice depends on whether you prioritise screen size, camera detail, memory, or storage flexibility.
Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G price
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- 128GBSold out
Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G battery life and software updates
Durability covers operating system support and physical design factors.
Release Year Context
The Galaxy S7 was released in 2016 and the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G in 2020. This provides a timeline context when considering the other features and design choices of each device.
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Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G performance
Performance is shaped by processing power, memory, and storage. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G offers more RAM and larger internal storage, which supports multitasking and storing more files. The Galaxy S7 has less RAM and smaller storage but offers expandable memory.
Memory Capacity
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes with 8 GB of RAM, which keeps everyday apps running smoothly and helps when switching between multiple apps. The Galaxy S7 has 4 GB of RAM, suitable for everyday use with fewer apps open simultaneously.
Storage Space
Oppo Reno4 Z 5G offers 128 GB of internal storage, giving you ample space for apps, photos, and media. The Galaxy S7 has 32 GB of storage but supports microSDXC cards, allowing you to expand storage with a memory card if you prefer.
Chipset Differences
Galaxy S7 uses either the Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 or Exynos 8 Octa 8890 chipset, while Oppo Reno4 Z 5G runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 800. Each chipset supports the device's performance in daily tasks and apps according to its design.
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Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G screen
Screen quality involves size, resolution, and display type. The Galaxy S7 has a smaller but sharper screen with a higher resolution and a Super AMOLED panel. Oppo Reno4 Z 5G offers a larger screen with a slightly lower resolution and an IPS LCD panel, suitable for viewing more content at once.
Screen Size and Type
The Galaxy S7 has a 5.1 inch Super AMOLED screen, which delivers rich colours and deep blacks on a compact display. Oppo Reno4 Z 5G features a 6.57 inch IPS LCD screen, providing a larger viewing area ideal for videos and browsing.
Screen Resolution
Galaxy S7's resolution is 1440 x 2560 pixels, resulting in a crisper image on its smaller screen. Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has 1080 x 2400 pixels, offering a clear but less dense display across the larger screen.
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Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G camera
Audiovisual features focus on camera quality. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has higher resolution cameras front and back, which is helpful if you want more detailed photos and sharper selfies. The Galaxy S7 offers lower megapixel counts but still provides solid camera performance.
Main Camera Resolution
Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a 48 megapixel main camera, capturing photos with more detail and clarity. Galaxy S7 uses a 12 megapixel main camera, suitable for everyday photography with balanced image quality.
Front Camera Quality
The front camera on Oppo Reno4 Z 5G is 16 megapixels, which supports clearer and more detailed selfies. The Galaxy S7's front camera is 5 megapixels, offering reliable video calls and self-portraits.
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Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G size and design
Miscellaneous features include network compatibility, physical size, weight, SIM support, and storage options. Each device offers unique benefits depending on your preferences for connectivity, device size, and storage expansion.
Mobile Network Support
Oppo Reno4 Z 5G supports 5G networks, which can provide faster mobile internet where 5G is available. Galaxy S7 supports 4G, suitable for widespread network coverage and reliable internet speeds.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
Galaxy S7 is smaller and lighter at 142.4 mm height, 69.6 mm width, 7.9 mm depth, and 152 g weight. Oppo Reno4 Z 5G measures 163.8 mm height, 75.5 mm width, 8.1 mm depth, and weighs 184 g, offering a larger device with a bit more heft.
SIM and Storage Options
Both phones support dual physical SIM cards, allowing you to use two numbers or carriers. Galaxy S7 includes a microSDXC card slot for storage expansion, while Oppo Reno4 Z 5G does not have expandable storage.
Carrier Compatibility
Both Galaxy S7 and Oppo Reno4 Z 5G come unlocked, so you can use them with any compatible network provider.
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Galaxy S7 or Oppo Reno4 Z 5G: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy S7 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £78.66, £26.34 less than the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a lighter build (152 g vs 184 g)
Buy the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G if
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000 mAh)
- you want a bigger screen (6.57 inch vs 5.1 inch)
Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G FAQs
Galaxy S7 vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14 nm), Exynos 8 Octa 8890 on the Galaxy S7, Mediatek Dimensity 800 on the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
The Galaxy S7 is cheaper refurbished, from £78.66 compared with £105 for the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a bigger battery: 4000 mAh vs 3000 mAh.
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a higher-resolution main camera: 48 megapixels vs 12 megapixels.
Updates for the Galaxy S7 ended in Jun 2019. We don't have published update dates for the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
Refurbished, the Galaxy S7 comes in 32GB, and the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G in 128GB.
