Overall Score
49.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#2404)49.3
Performance(#2118)80.1
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#2948)72.2
Battery(#3421)29.0
Build(#423)87.3
Connectivity(#1927)66.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Oppo A9
Short Review
- The Oppo A9 features a glass front with Gorilla Glass 5, a plastic back, and a plastic frame, resulting in a sturdy yet lightweight design at 190g.
- Its 6.53-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing decent clarity with a pixel density of approximately 395 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6771V Helio P70 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera setup includes a 16 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p, while a 16 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 4020 mAh battery supports 10W charging, offering substantial usage time without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 9.0 with ColorOS 6, the software experience is user-friendly but may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, though it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in Mica Green, Ice Jade White, and Fluorite Purple.
- Special features include a headphone jack and a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
- Overall, the Oppo A9 combines solid build quality, reliable performance, and decent camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.53"
TypeIPS LCD, 480 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6771V Helio P70 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G72 MP3
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.12µm, AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4020 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions162 x 76.1 x 8.3 mm (6.38 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsMica Green, Ice Jade White, Fluorite Purple
Foldable✗
SAR1.19 W/kg (head) 0.60 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/75 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass