Overall Score
61.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#2205)61.5
Performance(#1136)70.8
Camera(#1799)46.3
Display(#2612)75.5
Battery(#10485)43.5
Build(#8661)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Oppo A72 5G
Short Review
- The Oppo A72 5G features a sleek design with dimensions of 162.2 x 75 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 175g, available in Black, Purple, and Neon colors.
- It sports a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 480 nits brightness.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 720 chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video in 4K at 30fps.
- Its 4040mAh battery supports 18W charging, ensuring decent longevity throughout the day.
- Running on Android 10 with ColorOS 7.2, the software experience is user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC.
- The device lacks wireless charging and stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Overall, the Oppo A72 5G combines a modern design with reliable performance and versatile camera capabilities.
- Special features like 5G connectivity enhance its appeal for future-proofing.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, July 27
Announced2020, July 27
DescriptionNot to be confused with Oppo A72
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 720 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC3
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps; gyro-EIS
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4040 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4040 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions162.2 x 75 x 7.9 mm (6.39 x 2.95 x 0.31 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Purple, Neon
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G 2.3 Gbps DL
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, ColorOS 7.2
OS VersionAndroid 10, ColorOS 7.2
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes