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Smartphone · OPPO · 2023
The Oppo A78 4G 128GB is OPPO's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.2% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. Available in the UAE from AED 1,450.
The Oppo A78 4G excels with its 5000mAh battery and 67W wired charging, delivering 76% in 30 minutes — rare in this price bracket. The 6.43-inch 1080x2400 display offers sharp 409ppi clarity, and NFC support adds convenience for contactless payments. It’s built for users who need all-day endurance and rapid top-ups without premium pricing, especially commuters or shift workers in hot climates. However, the Snapdragon 680 chipset struggles with sustained gaming or multitasking, causing noticeable throttling after 15 minutes of HD video editing or heavy app use. The 8MP main camera lacks detail in low light, making it unsuitable for anyone prioritizing photography. In UAE at AED 1450, it’s competitive because few rivals offer 67W charging at this weight and screen size. In India, where pricing is unavailable, it would need to undercut ₹13,000 to justify the outdated processor over rivals like the Redmi Note 12 with a better sensor and 90Hz display.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired, PD, 76% in 30 min |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 160 x 73.2 x 7.9 mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 180 g (6.35 oz) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 90Hz, 430 nits |
| Size | 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Mist Black, Aqua Green |
| Models | CPH2565 |
| Price | About 200 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, July 10 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, July 10 |
| OS | Android 13, ColorOS 13.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 610 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the A78 4G.
It may still be a budget-friendly option for basic tasks if found at a discounted price, but newer models will likely offer better software support and performance. Consider it only if you need a simple, reliable phone without demanding features.
The Oppo A78 4G 128GB is priced at AED 1450 in the UAE. It is available through major retailers and authorized Oppo stores across the country.
The Oppo A78 4G 128GB is not officially available for sale in India, so there is no official price. It may be found through third-party importers at variable rates.
The camera delivers decent daylight photos with good color accuracy and detail for its class. Low-light performance is average, with noticeable noise but usable results in dim conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including browsing, messaging, and occasional video streaming. It handles light to medium usage reliably without needing midday charging.
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