Today, Zhou Yibao, the head of the OPPO Find project, posted on Weibo: “The seed I planted last year—the tomatoes on my balcony—really bore fruit.”
This seemingly everyday post subtly hints at the market performance of OPPO’s foldable flagship Find N5. Since its release on February 20, 2025, the highly anticipated device has been on the market for over a month, and its Net Promoter Score (NPS) has reached the highest level in the history of the Find series. According to official data, over 60% of users gave it a high recommendation score of 9–10, far surpassing the Find X8 series from six months ago. From user feedback, five key strengths emerged as the most praised: its lightweight design, crease control, long battery life, robust protection, and fast charging.

OPPO Find N5

Decoding User Praise: Five Strengths Supporting High NPS

According to OPPO’s published NPS survey results, user satisfaction with the Find N5 centers on five major dimensions:

  1. 8.93mm Thin and Light Feel
    When unfolded, the Find N5 is only 8.93mm thick, 4.21mm when folded, and weighs 229g—making it the world's thinnest large foldable phone. Its breakthrough design stems from a “titanium alloy dome hinge,” utilizing 3D printing to compress the hinge's thinnest wing plate to just 0.15mm, increasing stiffness by 36% while balancing strength and portability.

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  2. Crease Control Technology
    User tests show that even after 14 days of continuous folding, the crease depth remains under 0.15mm. The device is certified by TÜV Rheinland for its invisible crease performance. Co-developed with BOE, the UTG ultra-tough glass and mirror diamond screen technology have significantly reduced the visual discomfort of foldables.

  3. Glacier Battery for Extended Use
    Featuring a built-in 5700mAh dual-cell battery, the phone supports 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. User tests reveal that it can last up to 12 hours under heavy use, with charging speed improved by 30% compared to its predecessor.

  4. Dual IP68+IP69 Water Resistance
    The Find N5 is the first foldable phone to support dual IP ratings. It can withstand 30 minutes of immersion in water up to 1.5 meters deep and endure high-pressure, high-temperature water jets—greatly expanding its usage scenarios.

OPPO Find N5

  1. 80W + 50W Wireless Charging Combo
    Balancing speed and convenience, the phone charges to 80% in 20 minutes. Its wireless charging performance ranks among the top in the industry.

The Market Logic Behind Technological Breakthroughs

The strong reputation of the Find N5 reflects OPPO’s precise targeting of pain points in the foldable phone market. Issues like bulkiness, visible creases, and battery anxiety have been systematically addressed. Industry analysts note that although its starting price of ¥8,999 is lower than the Samsung Z Fold6’s ¥13,999, OPPO’s “technological democratization” strategy has successfully appealed to price-sensitive high-end consumers—capturing parts of both the business and female demographics.

According to data from the Shiyan Consumer Insight Platform, discussions related to the Find N5 launch have exceeded 5.19 million total interactions, with intense user interest around its “world’s thinnest” claim. Counterpoint reports that although the global foldable phone market growth slowed to 37% in 2024, the Find N5 became the key driver of market growth in Q1 2025 through differentiated competition.

Industry Insight: From “Spec Wars” to “Experience First”

The Find N5's success reflects two major trends in the foldable market:

  1. Tech Iteration Focused on Practical Use Cases
    As hinge and screen tech reach their limits, brands are shifting to enhance durability, portability, and interaction efficiency. For instance, the Find N5 supports remote Mac control and near-field multimedia streaming, boosting its productivity potential.

OPPO Find N5

  1. Pricing Strategy Reshaping Market Competition
    OPPO lowered costs by developing its own hinges and optimizing its supply chain. The result: a “high specs, mid-price” strategy that breaks the long-standing 5-digit pricing barrier, pushing the industry from high-end novelty to mass adoption.

Conclusion

The OPPO Find N5’s high NPS score reflects user recognition of its technological innovation and signals a transformation of foldables from niche novelties to practical tools. As competition intensifies, only brands that deeply bind advanced tech to user needs can endure market cycles. As Zhou Yibao put it: “The seed has borne fruit, but cultivation will not stop.” Whether the Find series can sustain its success will depend on continuously evolving with user feedback.