Why is OPPO Phone Heating Up While in Use
Overheating in smartphones is a common issue that can affect device performance, battery life, and overall user experience. In OPPO phones, factors such as extended usage, direct sunlight, or high ambient temperatures may contribute to increased heat. Identifying the causes and applying proper usage practices can help manage temperature levels and prevent long-term damage. This guide explains the common reasons behind smartphone overheating and offers practical steps to keep your OPPO device operating within safe temperature limits.
Reasons your OPPO phone is heating up
The following might be the reason why your OPPO smartphone is getting hot:
Overusing the phone.
The phone display brightness is set too high.
Exposed to direct sunlight or a hot environment.
Running too many apps at the same time.
Playing games for a prolonged duration.
Connected to Bluetooth devices for too long.
Tips and troubleshooting steps when OPPO phone heats up
If your OPPO smartphone often heats up, perform the following steps:
Step 1: Disable wireless connections when not in use
Turn off other wireless connections such as mobile data, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and other connections when not in use. Go to your phone's Control Center by tapping and sliding down from the top of your phone's screen > Disable [Wi-Fi], [Bluetooth], and [Location]. Another method to disable the following is through Settings:
Disable Wi-Fi: Go to [Settings] > [Wi-Fi] > Disable your Bluetooth by toggling the enable/ disable button.
Disable Bluetooth: Go to [Settings] > [Bluetooth] > Disable your Bluetooth by toggling the enable/ disable button.
Disable GPS/ Location: Go to [Settings] > [Location] > Disable the feature by toggling the enable/ disable button.
* Alternatively, turn off these features on your OPPO phone's Control Center. Swipe down from the top of your phone screen to access the Control Center.
Step 2: Dim your phone screen
Lower your screen brightness and turn off Auto-Brightness in [Settings] > [Display & Brightness].
You can also control your screen brightness through your OPPO smartphone's Control Center: Go to [Control Center] by tapping and sliding down from the top of your screen > Adjust the brightness based on your preference.
Step 3: Place your phone in a cool area
Put your device in a cool, moisture-free, and well-ventilated area with an environment that's less than 32°C (90° F).
Step 4: Clear background apps
Clear or stop all the background apps running that are not in use: Tap the Multi-task or Recent task key located on the bottom left corner of your screen beside the home button > Tap [Close] / [Clean all].
Step 5: Don't use the phone while downloading
If big files are being downloaded, pause the download until the phone cools down. Additionally, if you are making/ receiving calls, please ensure that the network connection has a sufficient signal, as a weak network will cause an increase in battery consumption. It will cause your phone to heat up.
Step 6: Restart the phone
Press and hold the Power and Volume Up buttons for over 10 seconds.
Step 7: Update your phone's software
Make sure the phone’s software is up to date. Go to [Settings] > [Software Update] / [System update] / [About device].
Step 8: Reset to factory settings
If the issue persists, back up and transfer your data, then perform a factory data reset:
Back up and transfer the data on your phone first, then go to [Settings] > [Additional settings] > [Back up and reset] > [Factory data reset], then your phone will go back to its initial state and settings. To know more about how you could factory reset an OPPO phone, including its complete guide, go to this link.
If the abovementioned steps do not fix your concern, prepare your warranty card and contact your nearest OPPO Customer Service. You can also contact OPPO Support so we can help and assist you further with your concern.
* Pictures, settings, and paths might differ from those of your phone, but these won't affect the description in this article.