UAE Price
AED 450
India Price
₹16,999
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Smartphone · OPPO · 2023
The Oppo A56s 256GB is OPPO's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 810 (6 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 450 in the UAE and ₹16,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Oppo A56s 256GB excels with its 5000mAh battery delivering all-day endurance and a 90Hz IPS LCD display offering smoother scrolling than most 60Hz rivals in its tier. The 256GB storage eliminates reliance on cloud or microSD, a rare advantage at this price. It’s built for users who prioritize battery life over speed—commuters, low-light photographers needing 8MP f/2.0 wide shots, or those in areas with spotty 5G coverage who need reliable 5G bands 1, 3, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78. But it lacks NFC, throttles under sustained load due to the Dimensity 810’s 6nm chip and 10W charging, making full-day recharges slow. In UAE at AED 450, it’s competitive because few phones under AED 500 offer 256GB storage and 90Hz. In India at ₹16999, it’s overpriced—real 5G phones like the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ offer 120Hz, 67W charging, and 50MP main cameras for similar cost. Skip if you need fast charging or NFC.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 10W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Dual | 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 163.8 x 75.1 x 8 mm (6.45 x 2.96 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 186 g (6.56 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black, Blue |
| Models | PFTM20 |
| Price | About 150 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, January 05 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, January 09 |
| OS | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 810 (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the A56s.
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a budget-friendly phone with ample storage for basic tasks and light usage. However, newer models will likely offer better performance and software support, so consider your long-term needs.
The Oppo A56s 256GB is priced at AED 450 in the UAE. It is widely available through major retailers and online platforms across the country.
The Oppo A56s 256GB is priced at ₹16999 in India. It can be purchased from authorized Oppo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers decent daytime photos with good color accuracy and detail for its price range. Low-light performance is average, with noticeable noise but usable results in dim conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including social media, browsing, and calls. It handles light to medium usage without needing a midday charge.
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