Oppo Expands Mid-Range Lineup With A5 and A5 Energy Edition
Oppo has introduced two new mid-range smartphones, the Oppo A5 and Oppo A5 Energy Edition, expanding its portfolio in China. These models follow the earlier release of the Oppo A5 Pro, offering updated hardware and design features to cater to different price segments.
Both phones share notable characteristics, including IP69 certification for enhanced durability and ColorOS 15 for a seamless user experience.
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Design and Display
The Oppo A5 features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals for gaming and media consumption. It also has an 8MP front camera housed in a punch-hole cutout and an under-display fingerprint scanner for a clean design.
The Oppo A5 Energy Edition comes with a 6.67-inch LCD panel with HD+ resolution, targeting a more budget-friendly market. Both phones sport ultra-thin bezels for a modern aesthetic.
Performance and Software
- Oppo A5: Powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, offering up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. It also supports 360-degree NFC for convenient mobile payments.
- Oppo A5 Energy Edition: Runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset with similar NFC support.
Both devices ship with ColorOS 15 based on Android 15 for a uniform software experience.
Cameras
- Oppo A5: Features a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP portrait lens within a large camera island.
- Oppo A5 Energy Edition: Also includes a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor, ensuring quality portraits at a budget price.
Both phones house an 8MP front camera for selfies and video calls.
Battery and Pricing
- Oppo A5: Equipped with a 6,500mAh battery with 45W fast charging. Available in Zircon Black, Crystal Diamond, and Blue.
- Price: Starts at $180 (8GB/128GB), going up to $275 (12GB/512GB).
- Oppo A5 Energy Edition: Features a 5,800mAh battery with 45W charging. Available in Amber Black, Jade Green, and Agate Powder.
- Price: Starts at $165 (8GB/256GB), reaching $220 (12GB/512GB).
Note: These are Chinese prices; international rates may vary.
Specifications Comparison
| Feature | Oppo A5 | Oppo A5 Energy Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4nm) | Dimensity 6300 (6nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4×2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 15, ColorOS 15 |
| Display | 6.7-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits | 6.67-inch LCD, 90Hz, 1000 nits |
| RAM/Storage | 8GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB | 8GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB |
| Main Camera | 50MP (f/1.8, PDAF) + 2MP (depth) | 50MP (f/1.8, PDAF) + 2MP (depth) |
| Front Camera | 8MP (f/2.0) | 8MP (f/2.0) |
| Battery | 6,500mAh, 45W fast charging | 5,800mAh, 45W fast charging |
| Colors | Zircon Black, Crystal Diamond, Blue | Amber Black, Jade Green, Agate Powder |
| Price | $275 (12GB/512GB) | $220 (12GB/512GB) |
With their feature-rich specifications and competitive pricing, both Oppo A5 models offer compelling options in the mid-range market.
