Oppo N1
A 2013 phone with a 206° rotating camera and a rear touch panel.
The Oppo N1 is a flagship Oppo smartphone released Dec 2013, with a launch price of $600. It pairs the Snapdragon 600 with a 5.9" LCD 60 Hz display, a 13 MP rotating main camera and a 3,610 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 46/100 — The swivel-camera original. Standout strengths: 206° rotating camera — same lens front and back. and rear "o-touch" gesture panel. Main trade-off: huge 213 g, 5.9" body.
The swivel-camera original.
Oppo N1 pioneered the rotating-camera idea — a 206° swivel module gave you the same 13 MP lens for rear shots and selfies — plus a rear gesture pad and even a CyanogenMod edition. Bulky and niche, but a genuinely inventive early Oppo.
Read the full review- 206° rotating camera — same lens front and back.
- Rear "O-Touch" gesture panel.
- Offered a CyanogenMod edition.
- Big battery for the era.
Full specifications
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How the Oppo N1 compares
| Oppo N1 | iPhone 6 Plus | A18 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 46 | 46 | 46 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 600 | Apple A8 | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| Display | 5.9" LCD 60 Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.56" LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 13 MP rotating | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP |
| Battery | 3,610 mAh | 2,915 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $600 | $749 | $130 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Oppo N1 released?
The Oppo N1 was released in Dec 2013.
How much does the Oppo N1 cost?
The Oppo N1 launched at $600 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Oppo N1 screen size and type?
The Oppo N1 has a 5.9" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Oppo N1 use?
The Oppo N1 is powered by the Snapdragon 600 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Oppo N1 have?
The Oppo N1 ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Oppo N1 battery capacity?
The Oppo N1 has a 3,610 mAh battery.
How fast does the Oppo N1 charge?
The Oppo N1 supports 10 W wired charging.
What is the Oppo N1 main camera?
The Oppo N1 has a 13 MP rotating main camera.
Does the Oppo N1 have a headphone jack?
The Oppo N1 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Oppo N1 get software updates?
The Oppo N1 update policy: Limited.
How much does the Oppo N1 weigh?
The Oppo N1 weighs 213 g.
What colours does the Oppo N1 come in?
The Oppo N1 is available in 2 colours: White, Black.
Is the Oppo N1 worth buying?
Oppo N1 pioneered the rotating-camera idea — a 206° swivel module gave you the same 13 MP lens for rear shots and selfies — plus a rear gesture pad and even a CyanogenMod edition. Bulky and niche, but a genuinely inventive early Oppo. SpecEagle gives the Oppo N1 an editorial score of 46/100.
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