Oppo appears set to make waves once again in the premium smartphone space with the upcoming Find X9 series, which could be officially unveiled as early as September this year. In the latest leak from reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, it’s claimed that the Oppo Find X9 Pro could be the first smartphone in the world to debut the Samsung HP5 periscope sensor—a bold move in mobile camera innovation.
Introducing the Samsung HP5 Periscope Sensor
The HP5 is an advanced 200-megapixel sensor built on a 28nm process, offering a 0.5μm pixel size and a 1/1.56-inch sensor size. While it sits slightly below Samsung’s HP9 sensor in terms of sensor dimensions and pixel size (HP9 measures 1/1.4-inch and 0.56μm), the HP5 still promises high-end imaging capabilities.
This sensor is expected to bring DCG-HDR (Dual Conversion Gain High Dynamic Range) technology to the table, significantly boosting the phone’s dynamic range and low-light photography. If true, Oppo’s decision to use this sensor could result in some of the best periscope zoom shots we’ve seen on a smartphone yet.
Camera Specs and Setup
Leaked information suggests the Find X9 Pro will sport a triple-camera configuration, consisting of:
- 50MP Main Camera
- 50MP Ultra-Wide Lens
- 200MP Periscope Telephoto Lens (Samsung HP5)
Unlike its predecessor, the Find X8 Pro, which featured a dual periscope camera setup, the X9 Pro appears to be simplifying things with a single periscope lens. According to the tipster, even at 10x zoom, the device maintains high image quality, though it might fall slightly short of the zoom range versatility offered by dual-periscope systems.
Display and Hardware Highlights
The Oppo Find X9 Pro is tipped to feature a 6.78-inch flat OLED screen with a 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. One of the standout features could be its ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, known for better accuracy and security compared to optical sensors.
Under the hood, the device is expected to be powered by the Dimensity 9500 chipset. The CPU layout reportedly includes:
- 1 x Travis Core
- 3 x Alto Cores
- 4 x Gelas Cores
This 8-core design is coupled with the Immortalis-Drage GPU, built for next-gen gaming and graphics. The chip promises enhanced ray tracing performance while reducing energy consumption, thanks to a redesigned micro-architecture.
Design Overhaul on the Horizon
Alongside hardware upgrades, Oppo is also expected to make design changes across the entire X9 lineup. While the previous Find X8 series featured a circular camera module, early prototypes of the X9 series suggest a rectangular, matrix-style camera island located at the top-left corner of the rear panel—offering a fresh, modern aesthetic.
With the introduction of the Samsung HP5 sensor, a flagship Dimensity chip, and a revamped design, the Oppo Find X9 Pro is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Android launches of the year. As we approach its rumored September debut, stay tuned for more updates and official confirmation from Oppo.
