OPPO F31 PRO [8+256] Space Grey AND Desert Gold

📱 Specifications: 8 GB RAM + 256 GB Storage

💸 Price (India)

• The 8+256 GB variant is priced at ₹ 28999. Gadgets 360+1

• There are higher storage/RAM options too, at higher cost. The Economic Times+1

👍 Pros

• Very large battery: 7,000 mAh gives excellent endurance. Gizmochina+1

• Fast charging (80 W) lets you charge quickly given the big battery. FoneArena+1

• Strong durability features: good IP protection, solid frame, overall rugged build. The Economic Times+1

• Good display for mid-range: OLED, 120 Hz, high brightness, which is nice for outdoors. Gizmochina+1

• Decent main camera with OIS helps for stable shots. FoneArena

👎 Cons / Trade-offs

• Only 2 MP depth camera besides the main — likely not very useful beyond basic portrait blur. FoneArena

• No expandable storage (no microSD). If you store a lot of media, 128 GB may fill up. Gadgets 360+1

• Although 80 W charging is good, with a 7,000 mAh battery it will still take time to fully charge. Not instant.

• The chip (Dimensity 7300 Energy) is decent for mid-range but not top-tier: good for everyday use and casual gaming, but less for heavy gaming / most demanding loads.

• Big battery + rugged build means weight is above average (~190 g). Could feel bulky to some. FoneArena+1

✅ Verdict: Is it a Good Choice?

For ₹26,999 (8+128), you’re getting quite a lot: long battery life, solid display, durable build, good camera with OIS, and fast charging.

If your priorities are:

• Battery endurance & durability

• Outdoor visibility & ruggedness

• Good all-round performance without needing the bleeding edge

Then this is a very good option in the mid-range.

If instead you:

• Want top performance for gaming

• Need a lot of storage or want to expand via SD card

• Want ultra high refresh rate (beyond 120 Hz) or higher-end cameras (ultrawide, telephoto)

There may be better phones for those, perhaps costing a bit more.