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Oppo A3 (2018)#3771

Released: 2018

Oppo A3 (2018)

Overall Score

57.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3771)57.8
Performance(#2487)64.8
Camera(#3375)42.5
Display(#5486)70.5
Battery(#10494)43.5
Build(#8670)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Oppo A3 (2018)

Short Review

  • The Oppo A3 (2018) features a sleek design with dimensions of 156 x 75.3 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 159g, available in multiple colors.
  • Its 6.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels, providing a sharp viewing experience at approximately 405 ppi.
  • Performance-wise, it is powered by the Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, which ensures smooth multitasking.
  • The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
  • The battery capacity stands at 3400 mAh, supporting standard charging but lacking wireless capabilities.
  • Running on Android 8.1 (Oreo) with ColorOS 5, the software experience is user-friendly, though not the latest version.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device does not feature water resistance or stereo speakers, but it retains a headphone jack for audio.
  • Overall, the Oppo A3 (2018) combines decent specifications in a stylish package.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as realme 1 in India

Display

Size6.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G72 MP3
Memory128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity3400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3400 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions156 x 75.3 x 7.8 mm (6.14 x 2.96 x 0.31 in)
Weight159 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsKnight Black, Soybean Meal, Stardust Silver, Garnet Red
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat13 600/100 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), ColorOS 5
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), ColorOS 5

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes