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In the mid-range smartphone world, we’ve grown used to a certain cycle: you buy a phone, it works great for a year, and by the end of year two, it starts to feel its age. With the new OPPO Reno15 Series, the brand is making a pretty bold claim: This phone is built to stay fluid for at least six years.
It’s a significant promise for a non-flagship device, so we’re diving into what’s actually happening under the hood with ColorOS 16 and how it handles the everyday friction of a multi-device lifestyle.
Software that’s engineered to outlast your instalment plan
The biggest hurdle for any mid-range phone isn’t the day you buy it; it’s how it feels years later when the system begins to struggle with modern apps. This is where the All-New Trinity Engine inside ColorOS 16 comes into play, delivering ultra-smooth performance even when you’re pushing the hardware under heavy workloads.
Instead of just offering a temporary speed boost, the Reno15 and Reno15 Pro come with 6-Year Fluency Authentication, while the more affordable Reno15 F offers a solid 5-Year Fluency Assurance. This is essentially a commitment that the core experience will remain responsive long after you’ve finished paying off the device.
When you’re navigating the interface, this smoothness shows up in the details. You’ll find seamless animations that span from your Photos and Albums to the Lock Screen and Always-On Display, making every swipe feel intentional.
For those who value quick access, the system offers instant, fluid responses across the Search bar and Control Centre, ensuring you aren’t left waiting for the UI to catch up.
OPPO has even optimised the top 100 most-used apps to launch with virtually zero lag, which is exactly the kind of practical speed users need for everyday tasks.
Beyond raw performance, the software acts as a proactive assistant through AI Mind Space. It serves as an on-the-go travel planner that uses Instant Capture & Query to help you grab and organise itineraries or memories without the usual manual clutter.
And for those who often find themselves wanting to share a Motion Photo with a friend on a different ecosystem, the O+ Connect feature bridges that gap. By using Touch to Share, a single NFC tap between your Reno15 and an iPhone initiates a seamless file transfer.
By installing the O+ Connect app on iOS, you maintain full colour accuracy and clarity, ensuring your photos look exactly as intended when they hit platforms like Instagram.
Capturing the vibe without the extra gear
When it comes to the camera, the Reno15 series focuses on the More Wide, More Vibe philosophy. We’ve all faced the struggle of trying to fit a whole group into a frame or carrying a bulky selfie stick while travelling light.
The 50MP Ultra Wide Selfie Camera, available across the whole series, including the Reno15 F, solves this with an industry-leading 100° field of view. By using the 0.6x Golden Selfie Angle, the software naturally adjusts proportions to make faces appear slimmer while capturing more of the background for that immersive fit check look.
To ensure everyone stays sharp, Ultra-Clear Group Photo 2.0 kicks in to minimise edge distortion, even in packed shots.
For creative storytelling, the AI Motion Photo Popout lets you stitch Motion Photos or stills together to create a 3D-like effect where your subject appears to leap out of the frame. Note that the combined duration of these Motion Photos for the popout effect must be within 10 seconds.
If you’re looking for professional depth, the 3.5x Telephoto Vibe Portrait on the Reno15 Pro and standard models hits the sweet spot with an 85mm golden focal length. It creates a natural spatial compression that brings the background closer to your subject, while the Telescope Zoom algorithm allows you to reach up to 120x digital zoom.
Mobile gaming that actually stays cool
The series offers a tiered approach to performance, ranging from the MediaTek Dimensity 8450 in the Reno15 Pro to the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 in the Reno15. Both chips are built on an advanced 4nm process, which focuses on thermal efficiency and heat control during intense sessions. This is bolstered by AI Hyperboost 2.0, which works in the background to keep your frame rates stable.
The real EZ factor for gamers is AI Game Capture 2.0, which captures your best moments without tanking your performance. Whether it’s an intense clutch battle or a rare gacha pull, you can automatically save 15-second or 30-second clips, or even 3s Motion Photos of special skin effects.
It’s designed specifically for low power consumption, so you can keep recording your wins even during long sessions.
Long-term value and ownership privileges
Ultimately, the OPPO Reno15 Series positions itself as an investment in longevity rather than just a yearly upgrade. By focusing on software that doesn’t age and hardware that prioritises thermal efficiency, it addresses the most common pain points of the mid-range market.
Whether you’re eyeing the premium camera on the Reno15 Pro or the affordability of the Reno15 F, the series offers a cohesive experience centred around ColorOS 16.
- OPPO Reno15 Pro (12GB + 512GB) – RM2,999
- OPPO Reno15 (12GB + 512GB) – RM2,399
- OPPO Reno15 (12GB + 256GB) – RM1,999
- OPPO Reno 15 F (12GB + 256GB) – RM1,599
- OPPO Reno 15 F (8GB + 256GB) – RM1,499
For those looking to pick one up during the First Sale from now until 28 Feb 2026, the deal becomes much more enticing when you factor in the My OPPO App exclusive privileges.
Registering your device unlocks a FREE 1-year Extended Warranty (worth up to RM149), Reno15 Series Tempered Glass (worth RM39), and a RM50 IoT Voucher. You can also take advantage of the PWP (Purchase-With-Purchase) deal for a 1-year Screen Protection Plan starting as low as RM49.
Financial flexibility is also a focus for this launch. If you’re shopping on Shopee, you can utilise SPayLater with a 6 Months 0% Interest Instalment option, making the jump to a new 512GB model much easier on the monthly budget.
Gifts for early birds include the OPPO Enco Air4 (worth RM249) for the Reno15 Pro and OPPO Enco Buds3 Pro (worth RM169) for the Reno15. For the latest pricing and trade-in details, you can visit the official OPPO Malaysia website.
