Popular YouTuber Zach Nelson, known for his channel JerryRigEverything, has released a new video featuring a deep dive into the OPPO Find X8 Ultra — but not in the usual way. Instead of focusing on performance benchmarks or camera samples, Nelson subjected the flagship phone to a series of durability tests and even performed a complete teardown to examine its internal components.
Built to Last? Materials and Scratch Test
Right from the start, Nelson praised the build quality of the OPPO Find X8 Ultra. The smartphone features a metal side frame and buttons, while both the display and the massive camera module are shielded by tempered glass. In his standard scratch test using everyday objects like keys, coins, and knives, the phone held up impressively, showing no signs of visible damage.
Bend Test Exposes a Weak Spot
However, not everything went smoothly during the testing. In the final bend test, the OPPO Find X8 Ultra’s frame cracked on the right side, specifically between the power and volume buttons. This area includes a plastic antenna insert, which appeared to be the weak point in an otherwise sturdy build.
Despite the crack, the phone remained fully functional. But as Nelson pointed out, this type of damage could compromise the phone’s water resistance, raising concerns about long-term durability.
Teardown Reveals Massive Camera Hardware
After the bend test, Zach moved on to his signature teardown segment. He disassembled the phone to get a closer look at the internal hardware — particularly the cameras. The highlight was the 1-inch main sensor, which was so large that Nelson disassembled the camera module to showcase its components on video.
He managed to reassemble the device and even launched the camera app, but it froze after taking a single photo, likely due to damage or misalignment during reassembly.
Only Available in China – For Now
As of now, the OPPO Find X8 Ultra is exclusive to the Chinese market, and OPPO has made no official announcement about a global release. Given the interest from international reviewers like Nelson, many fans are hoping it might eventually make its way to other regions.
Final Thoughts
The OPPO Find X8 Ultra impresses with its premium materials and cutting-edge camera tech. However, the bend test failure and potential water resistance issues may raise red flags for durability-conscious users. Still, Nelson’s teardown video gives rare insight into the engineering behind one of OPPO’s most ambitious flagship phones to date.