At the OPPO Find X8 series launch event, OPPO also introduced the OPPO Pad 3 Pro. This tablet features the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ processor, with a leading 3.4GHz clock speed and a higher GPU frequency compared to the Snapdragon 835. It’s also the only tablet optimized for a high-performance experience in open-world games, supporting up to 120 frames per second in games like “Peacekeeper Elite.” This means that the OPPO Pad 3 Pro is designed for pro-level performance in terms of frame rate, graphics quality, and overall control. But with its starting price of 3290 CNY (around $450), is it worth the investment?
Design and Display: A Familiar Look with Unique Features
At first glance, the OPPO Pad 3 Pro looks familiar; it shares a similar design with the OnePlus Pro 12 Pro, including the same rounded body, centered circular camera module, and a slim 6.49mm profile. However, it offers two distinct colors: Sparkling Gold and Midnight Blue, while the OnePlus Pro 12 Pro comes in Space Gray and Khaki Green.
Both tablets have similar specifications, including a large 9510mAh battery with 67W fast charging. However, while the OnePlus Pro has a four-speaker, six-unit configuration, the OPPO Pad 3 Pro upgrades this to an eight-unit, four-speaker system with separate bass and treble drivers for enhanced sound quality.
Enhanced Storage, Multi-tasking, and Productivity Features
OPPO Pad 3 Pro provides multiple storage options: 8GB+256GB, 12GB+256GB, 9GB+512GB, and a higher 12GB+1TB version, which offers more storage than the OnePlus Pad Pro, making it suitable for users needing more space.
Both tablets share a 16:10 display aspect ratio, giving the OPPO Pad 3 Pro a broader viewing area, which creates an experience similar to A4 paper when reading. Additionally, it brings back OPPO’s earlier multi-tasking feature, the Panoramic Virtual Screen, allowing multiple apps or games to run simultaneously in full-screen mode without overlap, making switching between tasks easy.
The tablet also has seamless connectivity with OPPO smartphones, offering 5G, SMS, and GPS sharing when near the phone. Users can share internet, make calls, and even authenticate with one-tap verification.
To boost productivity, the OPPO Pad 3 Pro includes a custom smart keyboard, which connects instantly with no additional pairing needed. The keyboard has an NFC area in the lower-right corner, so users can tap it to transfer their work seamlessly. Additionally, the upgraded stylus offers industry-leading low-latency and pressure sensitivity, making it highly responsive.
In summary, the OPPO Pad 3 Pro’s upgraded Snapdragon 8+ processor, optimized high-frame rate g toaming support, powerful speakers, and ample storage capacity make it a top choice for high-performance tablet users. The enhanced multi-tasking screen, strong phone connectivity, and additional keyboard and stylus support further enhance its appeal. For users with a comfortable budget and a desire for a seamless, all-in-one tablet experience, the OPPO Pad 3 Pro is an excellent choice. However, with upcoming discounts on the OnePlus Pad Pro during sales, it could be worth considering if you are looking to save some money.
