The OnePlus Open is old at this point, but it continues to hold its own against the Galaxy Z Fold 6. That's a testament to the device's design, cameras, and battery tech, and while I wasn't initially keen on using the foldable, that changed once it picked up a few software updates.
However, OnePlus has confirmed that it will not launch the Open 2 this year, and that's a letdown. The Open is the only viable alternative to Samsung's foldables in the U.S. outside of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and not having the device available in the region means customers will miss out on one of the best foldables of 2025.
Why is the Open 2 not launching, you ask? This time, OPPO is taking the lead with the foldables, and the Find N5 is the de facto option. While the Open was identical to the Find N3, OnePlus decided to launch the device in global markets — including the U.S., India, and U.K. — but in 2025, we are just getting the Find N5.
That comes with a few limitations; while the Find N5 is coming to select Asian regions, it won't head to the U.S. or U.K., and that's annoying. I used the foldable for just over two weeks, and it is the best device I used in this category — the ultra-thin design and powerful cameras combined with long-lasting battery give it a distinct edge. Although we aren't getting the Open 2, this is what you need to know about the Find N5.
OPPO Find N5/OnePlus Open 2: Review
I published my Find N5 review on February 20, which is when the device debuted globally. I enjoyed using the foldable quite a bit, and I gave it 4.5/5 and called it my favorite foldable of 2025:
"The Find N5 is thinner than any other foldable today, and that fact is evident once you unfold the device. At just 4.21mm, it is just a smidgen wider than the USB-C port, and using the tablet-sized 8.12-inch OLED inner panel is an absolute joy. The outer 6.62-inch OLED panel on the outside is among the best of any foldable, and thanks to the ultra-thin design, it feels like you're using a regular phone. You also get the best internals of any foldable, the best battery life, the best charging tech, and class-leading ingress protection. Oh, and the cameras are better than any other foldable I used until now. Combine all of that with fluid software and meaningful multitasking features, and it's no wonder than the Find N5 is now my favorite foldable phone."
OPPO Find N5/OnePlus Open 2: Design
The most notable feature on the Find N5 is the design; by delivering a foldable that's just 4.21mm when unfolded, OPPO is clearly making a statement in this area. Even when it's folded, the device feels just like a regular phone, and that makes it fantastic to hold and use.
I didn't have any issues with the design in the two weeks I used the device, and if anything, I like the overall aesthetic of the Find N5 over the Honor Magic V3.
The new titanium-based hinge has a smoother articulation, and it stays unlocked at any angle beyond 50 degrees, unlocking interesting use cases when shooting photos. But the biggest differentiator is the crease; the Find N5 has a crease that's nowhere as visible as the Z Fold 6.
OPPO Find N5/OnePlus Open 2: Specs
The Find N5 has one of the best packages in its category, and it features Qualcomm's latest silicon, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, and a massive 5600mAh silicon battery. In short, this is the fastest foldable around, and having used all other devices launched in the last 18 months, I can say with some confidence that it is fantastic in daily use.
I didn't see any issues in gaming, and while the device isn't quite as good as the Find X8 Pro in this area, it still has stable framerates in demanding titles, and that's what you need. The foldable also gets IPX9 ingress protection, and it charges at 80W, taking just under 50 minutes to charge the sizeable battery.
OPPO Find N5/OnePlus Open 2: Cameras
With 2025 phones pushing the boundaries of camera tech — the Vivo X200 Pro and Find X8 Pro all have sizeable gains — I was excited to see what the Find N5 brings to the table.
Thankfully, the foldable manages to hold its own in this regard, and the trio of lenses at the back do a great job with photos and videos. The only quibble is that the wide-angle lens is average, but the general quality of photos and videos out of the Find N5 are better than just about any other foldable I used.
OPPO Find N5/OnePlus Open 2: Availability
The Find N5 is now available, but it is launching in selected global regions, and that's annoying to say the least. The device won't make its way to the U.S., and while that was always going to be the case, it won't even debut in the U.K. and most western markets.
Basically, the Find N5 is limited to select countries in Asia, where it will be available at the equivalent of $1,867. That puts it in line with the Z Fold 6 in these countries, and while it is arguably the better device — by a sizeable amount — the fact that it isn't available in most countries is a huge limiting factor.
The OnePlus Open is still a good choice if you need a foldable; it has solid internals combined with stellar cameras, one of the best hinges in this category, and standout battery life.
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