UAE Price
AED 900
India Price
₹11,999
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Smartphone · OPPO · 2023
The Oppo A17k 256GB is OPPO's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~83.3% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek MT6765 Helio G35 (12 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 900 in the UAE and ₹11,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Oppo A17k 256GB excels with its 5000 mAh battery delivering multi-day use on a single charge, 256GB storage eliminating cloud dependency, and a 6.56-inch screen offering ample viewing space for media. It targets budget-conscious buyers who prioritize long battery life and local storage over speed—think rural students, delivery riders, or elderly users needing reliable calls and WhatsApp without frequent charging. Its weakness is the Mediatek Helio G35 chipset: it struggles with multitasking and heats up noticeably during 30+ minutes of YouTube streaming at 720p. In UAE at AED 900, it’s competitive because competitors like the Redmi 9A Prime offer similar storage but only 3000 mAh batteries. In India at ₹11999, it’s overpriced: the Realme C35 delivers the same 5000 mAh, 64GB expandable storage, and better thermal management for ₹10999. Skip if you need NFC or 4G LTE speed beyond basic browsing.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF |
| Features | LED flash, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | Unspecified |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 164.2 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 189 g (6.67 oz) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~83.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
| Protection | Panda Glass |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Navy Blue, Gold |
| Models | CPH2471 |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
| Announced | 2022, October 13 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, October 18 |
| OS | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6765 Helio G35 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the A17k.
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a budget phone with ample storage for basic tasks and light usage. However, newer models will likely offer better software support and efficiency, so consider your long-term needs carefully.
The Oppo A17k 256GB is priced at AED 900 in the UAE. It is available through major retailers and online platforms across the country.
The Oppo A17k 256GB is priced at ₹11999 in India. It can be purchased from authorized Oppo sellers and leading e-commerce sites.
The camera delivers decent photos in good lighting with a focus on simplicity and ease of use. It performs adequately for social media and casual snapshots but struggles in low-light conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including browsing, messaging, and occasional video streaming. It handles light to medium daily tasks without needing a midday charge.
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