A viral advertisement for an “OPPO Premium 5G Mega Deal,” claiming a 250-megapixel camera and 150 W fast charging at just ₹ 11,999, has captured massive attention across Indian social-media platforms.
However, Oppo India has confirmed that no such model exists, warning consumers against fraudulent e-commerce listings misusing the company’s branding during the festive-season sales rush.
The OPPO Premium 5G Mega Deal claiming a 250 MP camera and 150 W charging for ₹ 11,999 is not an authentic Oppo product. It exemplifies a new wave of digital deception targeting India’s value-driven smartphone consumers. Oppo has denied the existence of such a device, and authorities are working to remove the fraudulent sites.
Experts urge the public to rely on verified brand channels, check specifications before purchasing, and treat extraordinary claims with extraordinary caution. In India’s fast-digitising economy, consumer awareness—not viral offers—remains the real power source.
Oppo Officially Denies the Existence of “Premium 5G” Model
In a written statement shared with Indian media on 1 November 2025, Oppo India clarified that it has not launched any smartphone called “Oppo Premium 5G.”
“Oppo does not endorse or authorise sales through unverified third-party domains. We urge customers to rely solely on our official website or certified partners,” the company said.
The statement followed reports of consumers receiving suspicious payment links and screenshots of websites mimicking legitimate marketplaces such as Flipkart and Amazon India. The URLs contained near-identical domain names but were hosted on foreign servers.
Verifying the Claims: No 250 MP or 150 W Budget Device Exists
Independent technical analysis shows that no Oppo device globally combines a 250 MP camera with 150 W SuperVOOC charging in the ₹ 12,000 range.
Oppo’s current flagship, the Find X7 Pro, uses a 50 MP Sony LYT-900 primary sensor and 100 W charging, retailing near ₹ 70,000. The Reno 12 Pro 5G, its latest premium mid-range model, ships with a 50 MP triple-camera array and 80 W charging, priced from ₹ 36,999.
“A 250 MP sensor and 150 W architecture require hardware that alone costs more than ₹ 20,000 to manufacture,” said Dr Ramesh Kumar, senior researcher at the Centre for Electronics Design and Technology (IISc Bangalore). “Such specs at ₹ 11,999 are technologically implausible in 2025.”
How the Scam Spread Online
The earliest archived posts date to 28 October 2025, originating from Facebook and WhatsApp forwards promising “Festive Dhamaka Deals.” The images used Oppo’s official logo, showing four camera lenses and the tagline “250 MP AI Lens | 150 W Super Charge.”
Digital-forensics specialists from Cyber Safe India confirmed that the linked websites were phishing domains designed to capture payments and personal data.
“These fraudulent offers thrive on urgency and price temptation,” explained Priya Chatterjee, spokesperson for Cyber Safe India. “They typically vanish within weeks, leaving victims with no refund options.”
The Role of Regulatory Bodies
Following multiple consumer complaints, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) initiated takedown requests to Internet Service Providers under Section 79 of the Information Technology Act (2000).
A senior Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) official confirmed that CERT-IN (Computer Emergency Response Team – India) is assisting in tracing domain registrars and payment gateways.
“Platforms will be instructed to delist repeat offenders within 24 hours under the new 2024 Guidelines,” the official said, requesting anonymity.
Why Fake Smartphone Offers Succeed
India’s smartphone market—worth over US $42 billion—is intensely competitive, with buyers conditioned to expect deep festival-season discounts. Fraudsters exploit this environment by circulating false promotions during Diwali, New Year, and Independence Day sales.
According to the Reserve Bank of India’s 2024 Digital Fraud Survey, nearly 27 percent of online shoppers have encountered scam listings at least once. Half of those surveyed said they were drawn by claims of “up to 80 percent off” on high-end electronics.
“Online trust gaps widen during mega-sales,” said Rohit Menon, technology editor at Gadgets 360.
“Brands must communicate official pricing more aggressively to counter misinformation.”
Technological Reality: The 250 MP Myth
No smartphone camera exceeding 200 MP has entered Indian retail as of November 2025. The highest available sensor—the Samsung ISOCELL HP7 200 MP—appears only in top-tier devices like the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and Motorola Edge 50 Ultra, each retailing above ₹ 60,000.
Similarly, 150 W charging systems are limited to experimental or flagship phones with dual-cell batteries and advanced cooling. Implementing these features in budget devices would require compromises in battery safety, component durability, and thermal regulation—violating India’s Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) norms.
How Consumers Can Verify Offers
Authorities recommend five checks before paying online:
- Confirm the model name on the manufacturer’s official website.
- Ensure the domain begins with “https://” and is not a close imitation (e.g., oppo-officia1.com).
- Request a GST-compliant invoice and manufacturer warranty.
- Avoid QR-code payments or wallet transfers without confirmed order IDs.
- Report suspicious ads via the National Cybercrime Helpline (1930) or cybercrime.gov.in.
“Even a quick Google search for ‘scam + phone name’ can prevent loss,” noted Ankita Deshmukh, cyber-law researcher at NALSAR University of Law.
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Market Impact: Trust as a Competitive Advantage
India’s smartphone shipments crossed 180 million units in 2024, with 5G models accounting for nearly 60 percent of total sales. Oppo, Vivo, Xiaomi and Samsung dominate this segment, collectively holding about 75 percent market share.
Analysts believe sustained counterfeit or fraudulent listings could erode brand trust among first-time 5G buyers in smaller cities. Oppo’s reputation, built on after-sales reliability and camera innovation, is likely to withstand the episode if the company continues proactive fact-checking.
“Brand transparency now matters as much as megapixels,” said Karthik Srinivasan, associate director at IDC Asia-Pacific. “The long-term winners will be those who manage misinformation as actively as they manage product launches.”
Broader Lessons for India’s Digital Economy
The incident underscores challenges facing India’s rapidly expanding e-commerce landscape, expected to exceed US $200 billion by 2027. Experts argue that platform accountability must evolve alongside consumer education.
“Fraud thrives where verification lags,” explained Dr Meera Joshi, economist at NITI Aayog.
“A unified digital-trust framework—linking verified sellers, payment gateways, and brand registries—could drastically reduce scam incidents.”
