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Oppo A74#1797

Released: 2021, April 05

Oppo A74

Overall Score

62.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1797)62.9
Performance(#2171)64.8
Camera(#2886)44.1
Display(#1302)79.5
Battery(#1185)63.0
Build(#4311)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Oppo A74

Short Review

  • The Oppo A74 features a sleek design with dimensions of 160.3 x 73.8 x 8 mm and a weight of 175g, available in Prism Black and Midnight Blue.
  • Its 6.43-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing vibrant visuals with a peak brightness of 800 nits, although it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset, paired with options of 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, complemented by 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 16 MP front camera handles selfies.
  • The 5000mAh battery supports 33W fast charging, allowing for quick power replenishment.
  • Running on Android 11 with ColorOS 11.1, the software experience is user-friendly and feature-rich.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the Oppo A74 combines a solid build, capable performance, and a decent camera setup for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, April 05
Announced2021, April 05
DescriptionNot to be confused with Oppo A74 5G

Display

Size6.43"
TypeAMOLED, 430 nits (typ), 800 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SM6115 Snapdragon 662 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC

Camera

Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details33W wired, 54% in 30 min
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions160.3 x 73.8 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.91 x 0.31 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPrism Black, Midnight Blue
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 11, ColorOS 11.1
OS VersionAndroid 11, ColorOS 11.1

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes