The Oppo Find N6 will be launched on March 17th and it is another flagship foldable screen device from Oppo. With the launch approaching, we are allowed to share some information about the design and first look of Oppo’s first foldable screen device that does not have a fold effect on the screen.
We are not yet allowed to reveal information about the processor chip, camera system and battery size used in this year’s model. But if you look at last year’s model and the pictures below you can guess that it is a flagship device with a focus on high photography capabilities.
SCREEN
The outer screen is now larger and wider at 6.62″ AMOLED LTPO 120Hz and Dolby Vision. On the Find N5 it is 6.6″. It still has the same ratio as a candybar screen which gives it a user experience comparable to the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Honor Magic V5. Therefore, during the review period I rarely felt the need to open the inner screen. This is only done when I want to watch YouTube, read my e-book and need to use two apps at the same time.
The inner screen is an 8.12″ AMOLED LTPO 120Hz also with Dolby Vision which is comparable to last year’s model. The screen crease effect on the Find N6 is completely invisible this year due to the use of Zero Feel Crease technology. It combines the second generation Flexion Hinge with 3D printing techniques and the new Auto Smoothing Flex Glass to solve the crease line issue.
Auto Smoothing Flex Glass according to Oppo is Auto Smoothing Flex Glass is over 300% crease resistant, 50% thicker and maintains its shape 100% better than the previous folding glass layer. After using the device for 3 days, I have not been able to see any crease effects on the inner screen.
The outer screen looks clearer under bright sunlight because the screen brightness can reach 3600 nits while the inner screen only has 1800 nits. Both also come with Oppo AI Pen stylus support. This is very useful for those looking for a device with stylus support as it is now becoming extinct.
Both screens also have no issues displaying Dolby Vision content through the Apple TV and Netflix apps. Another thing I would like to praise is the haptic system which feels more natural.
BIOMETRICS
The biometric system is in the form of a fingerprint scanner built into the power button on the right side and a face scanner. The side fingerprint scanner is fast and finally its position is more ergonomically placed with a larger button. The included face scanner system is also fast even in relatively dark situations. In pitch-black situations, the face needs to be placed closer to the screen for the screen light to allow the camera to recognize the face.
DESIGN
The body of this year's device is really thin, it is only slightly thicker than the USB-C charging port. Last year's model was already thin but a few micrometers were successfully reduced to put it on par with the Z Fold7 and Magic V5 which are also marketed as folding screen devices. If last year's Find N5 was given Ozempic, this year's Find N6 is given an additional dose of Wegovy and Mounjaro.
This gives the device the advantage of feeling like a regular smartphone and also not feeling that heavy which is synonymous with other foldable screen devices on the market. The process of opening and closing the screen is now a little difficult because the two folding "doors" are too thin. As I said before, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold may be “fat” but its thickness gives the device a wider surface area for the fingers to open it more easily.
The round Cosmic Ring bump on the back is also lower, making the device feel less heavy at the top. The model reviewed has a Blossom Orange back finish that is now a trend for 2026 phones. Oppo has given the device under review a carbon fiber-like frame to protect the exposed surface. The frame protects both door leaves and not just one side like on the Magic V5.
There are audio adjustment buttons, power (doubles as a fingerprint scanner) and Snap Key on the right side. No more drop-down buttons borrowed from OnePlus. Snap Key can be programmed to launch the camera, enter AI Mind Space, turn on the lights, launch the camera, record audio and more with it being set by the user.
The thin body means that the Find N5 is now equipped with only a pair of stereo speakers and not three like the Find N3. The two speakers are not placed on the “left door” of the screen but shoot to the side. One at the top of the left door and the other at the bottom of the right door next to the USB-C port. This makes the audio output no longer symmetrical.
Oppo, however, still includes an infrared emitter on the top. Finally, the device passes the IP58/59 waterproof standard which is an improvement from the previous IPX8.
OPPO AI PEN
I need to touch a little on the AI Pen stylus that is supported this year because it is a stylus with Bluetooth support. It is sold separately but if purchased, Oppo provides a unique back frame because it has a stylus storage space and also a charging dock.
With Bluetooth support, the buttons on the side of the AI Pen can be used to control applications such as the camera. Oppo now offers a feature that was once exclusive to the Galaxy Note Ultra. Samsung itself has stopped supporting Bluetooth on the S Pen two years ago.
The AI Pen has a physical pin that touches the charging pin on the frame. The frame gets power using the Find N6's reverse wireless charging system. A creative solution to the "how to recharge the stylus" issue from Oppo.
USAGE AND SOFTWARE
The ColorOS 16 operating system based on Android 16 is used, offering the same user experience as the previous Reno15. There are only a few additions specifically for foldable devices. Oppo didn’t say how long the software support will be provided but it should be the same as the Find X9, which is 5 versions of Android and 6 years of security patches.
I’ll touch on the software in more depth in the full review later. But I can say that there is support for adding virtual RAM, Taskbar, support for a foldable screen, various AI features for productivity, Smart Island and Apple ecosystem support included on the Find N6.
There is a Boundless View feature that allows three applications to be launched simultaneously as if on a screen after 15″. Unlike Samsung’s tri-window system, Boundless View allows the three applications to be launched in full screen size when needed and reduced when not needed.
Three applications can also be arranged with two on top and one below in full screen mode. With Boundless View, the issue of the application display being narrow/small does not occur. Users can combine three favorite applications into Boundless View mode at any time and they will be saved in a special icon on the app front.
There is also a FlexForm Mode feature that divides the device into two screens when placed in an L-shape. In YouTube and Netflix for example, the top screen will display video content and the bottom screen will display the video control interface. In applications, the top screen displays the viewfinder and the bottom screen displays various camera controls.
IN THE BOX
Here's what's included in the box.
1x Oppo Find N6.
1x USB-A to USB-C charging cable.
1x SuperVOOC Charger
1x SIM Pin.
1x Frame set.
CONCLUSION
The Oppo Find N6 is a foldable screen device that improves several features compared to last year. The first and most obvious advantage is that there are no more lines on the foldable screen. Oppo was the first to solve the issue that has plagued foldable screen devices since the first generation. The body is slightly thinner with better waterproofing levels.
In addition, the location of the power button and fingerprint scanner has been changed to make it more ergonomic. The first look is very satisfying. Stay tuned for a full review in the near future where we will review the chip performance and camera capabilities with the Hasselblad lens.
Pros
Very smooth ColorOS 16 performance.
Thinner design with no visible screen crease
Apple ecosystem integration.
IP58/59 waterproof
AI Pen stylus support with bluetooth.
Cons
The body is a little thinner and harder to open.
The speaker position is no longer symmetrical.
