Oppo F3 Plus — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

Introduction

The Oppo F3 Plus launched in March 2017 as the premium sibling of the F3 — the original "selfie expert" flagship of the F series. It combined the dual 16 MP + 8 MP front camera with a 6-inch Full HD display, the Snapdragon 653 chipset, a 16 MP rear camera and a 4000 mAh battery with VOOC fast charging, all in a metal unibody.

Like the F3, it is long discontinued and exists only on the used market. This guide covers its verified specifications, explains what buying a 2017 phone means in 2026, and how to inspect a used unit. The age-related warnings here matter more than the specs.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Specification	Oppo F3 Plus
Brand / Model	Oppo F3 Plus
Announcement / Release	Announced and released March 2017; status: discontinued
Dimensions / Weight	163.6 x 80.8 x 7.4 mm; 185 g
Build	Metal unibody; Gorilla Glass 5 front
Display	6.0-inch IPS LCD, 1080 x 1920 (367 ppi)
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 653 (28 nm)
RAM / Storage	4 GB RAM; 64 GB storage; microSD slot (up to 256 GB)
Rear Camera	16 MP (f/1.7) with dual-tone LED flash
Front Camera	Dual: 16 MP (f/2.0) + 8 MP wide-angle
Battery	4000 mAh; 20 W VOOC fast charging
OS at Launch	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, ColorOS 3.0 (no further upgrades)
Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE (4G; no 5G)
SIM	Dual Nano-SIM
Biometrics	Front-mounted fingerprint sensor
Colours	Gold, Black
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG
Audio	Loudspeaker; 3.5 mm headphone jack

Design and Build Quality

The F3 Plus was Oppo's first metal-unibody F phone: a single aluminium shell at 7.4 mm and 185 g that felt genuinely premium in 2017. Gold and Black were the colours. The 6-inch display makes it a large phone even today, and the front fingerprint sensor sits in the home button. Any unit found now will show wear — check for dents, screen scratches and a worn oleophobic coating.

Display Features

The 6.0-inch IPS LCD at 1080 x 1920 (367 ppi) was big for its era and remains usable for video and reading. Colour and viewing angles are decent for LCD, but brightness is limited outdoors and the 16:9 panel with large bezels looks dated. Gorilla Glass 5 protects it. Realistic in 2026 for calls, messaging and media playback — not for colour-critical work.

Processor and Performance

The Snapdragon 653 (28 nm, 4x 1.95 GHz Cortex-A72 + 4x 1.44 GHz Cortex-A53, Adreno 510) was a solid upper-mid-range chip in 2017 — noticeably faster than the F3's MediaTek chip. In 2026 it handles basics (calls, SMS, WhatsApp, light browsing) but struggles with modern apps, and many current app versions no longer support Android 6. It is not a daily-driver chip by any 2026 measure.

RAM and Storage

4 GB RAM with 64 GB storage plus a microSD slot expandable to 256 GB. The microSD slot helps for media, but app storage stays capped at 64 GB internal — tight once modern app sizes are factored in. RAM is the bare minimum for even light 2026 use.

Camera Features

The 16 MP rear camera (f/1.7) with dual-tone LED flash was good for 2017 daylight shots; expect weak low-light performance and 1080p video today. The dual front camera — 16 MP main plus 8 MP wide-angle — was the phone's signature: sharp selfies and group shots without a selfie stick. Front video is 1080p. Fine for basic documentation; not competitive with any modern camera phone.

Battery and Charging

The 4000 mAh battery with 20 W VOOC fast charging was a highlight in 2017 — VOOC charged quickly without heating the phone. In 2026, however, every F3 Plus battery is nine years old and degraded: expect reduced runtime and possible sudden shutdowns. No new batteries are manufactured, so replacements depend on old stock. Check for a swollen back or screen lift before buying — both signal a dangerous swollen battery.

Software and Updates

Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow with ColorOS 3.0, never upgraded — the same hard limit as the F3. No security patches for roughly eight years, no modern APIs, and shrinking app compatibility. Never use this phone for banking, mobile wallets, or sensitive accounts. Its realistic software role in 2026: calls, SMS, offline music, and a backup device.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Dual Nano-SIM 4G LTE with bands used by Pakistani carriers; dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS. No NFC. The microUSB 2.0 port and 3.5 mm headphone jack mark its era — keep old chargers and cables. Front fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, proximity and compass round out the sensors.

Variants, Colours and Availability

One variant — 4 GB + 64 GB in Gold or Black — sold across Asia and the Middle East in 2017, now officially discontinued. No new units, parts or software exist. Any "new" F3 Plus in 2026 is old stock, refurbished or misdescribed: buy only as a used device, priced as one, and confirm the exact condition with the seller.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

No verified current used-market price in Pakistan is available. The Zohaan Mobile Gallery listing shows a catalog price of Rs. 15,000 from an October 2026 import — a retailer figure, not a verified used-market price. Confirm the latest price with the store before buying, and compare against local used listings for 2017-era phones.

Take the listing's "brand new, box packed" wording as marketing language for a discontinued 2017 phone — confirm whether the unit is unused old stock, refurbished, or used. PTA status is per device: verify the IMEI through PTA DIRBS. Confirm the 7-day check warranty terms in writing and what they cover on a nine-year-old device.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages:

• Very low price for a working large-screen smartphone.
• Premium-feeling metal unibody, slim at 7.4 mm.
• Dual selfie camera with wide-angle group shots.
• 4000 mAh battery (largest of the 2017 F series) with VOOC fast charging.
• microSD expansion and 3.5 mm jack.

Limitations:

• Android 6 with ~8 years of no security updates — unsafe for banking or sensitive apps.
• Fading app compatibility; many modern apps will not run.
• Nine-year-old battery degraded; swelling risk; no new batteries manufactured.
• Slow 28 nm chip, dated 16:9 display, microUSB port.
• Heavier and larger than the F3, with the same software dead-end.

Who Should Consider This Phone?

The F3 Plus suits the same narrow roles as the F3: a backup calls-and-SMS phone, an offline media player with its large screen and headphone jack, a starter phone with strictly limited expectations, or a collector's piece. Its bigger screen and battery make it slightly more usable than the F3 in those roles.

Everyone else should skip it. As a primary phone in 2026 it is outclassed and unsafe for sensitive use — a used 2021–2022 phone costs little more and is enormously more capable and secure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the Oppo F3 Plus in Pakistan?

No verified used-market price exists. The store listing shows a catalog price of Rs. 15,000 (October 2026 import) — confirm the latest price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery and compare with local used listings.

Is the Oppo F3 Plus really "brand new, box packed"?

Effectively no — discontinued in 2017, so any unit is old stock, refurbished or used. Confirm the exact condition with the seller before paying.

What is the difference between the F3 Plus and F3?

The Plus is larger (6.0 vs 5.5 inches), faster (Snapdragon 653 vs MediaTek MT6750T), has a better rear camera (16 MP f/1.7 vs 13 MP f/2.2), a bigger battery (4000 mAh with VOOC vs 3200 mAh), and a metal unibody.

Can I use banking apps on the F3 Plus?

No — Android 6.0.1 has had no security updates in about eight years and banking apps require newer Android. Never use it for banking or wallets.

Will WhatsApp work?

Possibly for now, but WhatsApp drops old Android versions over time — Android 6 support is fragile. Do not depend on it.

How is the battery on a used F3 Plus?

Degraded after nine years — expect short runtime. Check for swelling (screen lift or a bulging back) and ask about replacement options before buying.

Is the Oppo F3 Plus PTA approved?

PTA approval is per device. Verify the IMEI through PTA DIRBS before buying.

Is the Oppo F3 Plus available at Zohaan Mobile Gallery?

A product listing exists on the store's website. Confirm the unit's actual condition, current price and warranty terms via WhatsApp or in person before buying.

Final Verdict

The F3 Plus was the best F phone of 2017 — metal unibody, big screen, dual selfie camera, VOOC charging. In 2026 it is a well-built relic: usable as a backup device or media player, but disqualified as a primary phone by Android 6's security dead-end, a degraded battery, and vanishing app support.

If you are considering one, inspect it in person: check for battery swelling, test the fingerprint sensor and both front cameras, verify the IMEI, and confirm what warranty a discontinued phone carries. View the Oppo F3 Plus listing, read how to buy a used mobile safely, or message WhatsApp (+92 305 8452080). The store is at Shop No. 6, First Floor, Iqra Plaza, Railway Road, Rahim Yar Khan — open Monday to Thursday and Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.