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Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.52 inchesMain camera megapixels:13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB)
5.2/10

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

90%

4.8

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of smartphones
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

25%

3.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.9

Camera

15%

3.4

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

4.6

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 99%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 81%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

25%

3.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.9

Camera

15%

3.4

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

4.6

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

4.8
User score
User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 8 points, which is higher than 75.3% of smartphones.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.6
Brand name
Oppo
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G35
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G35 processor model which is slower than processors in 95.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.3 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 63.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 95.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.52 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.52 inches which is smaller than the screens of 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1600 px which is lower than that of 87.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
269 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 269 ppi which is lower than that of 80.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.4% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 93.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.8% of smartphones.
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone has 1 microphones, which is fewer than in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the number in 10.4% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.8 mm which is taller than 53.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Width
75.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.6 mm which is narrower than 57.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.4 mm which is thicker than 55.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.6% of smartphones.
Weight
190 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 190 g which is lighter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 4.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,800 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,800 cm³ which is smaller than 46.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
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Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 3.71x cheaper
    Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£70 vs £260).
    £70 vs £260
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 7% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Oppo A16s
    the average smartphone
    Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.56 vs 8.000).
    8.56 vs 8
  • 3.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (190 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    190 g vs 196.2 g
  • 46.9% more popular
    Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.99 vs 5.4).
    7.99 vs 5.44
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (8x2.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    8x2.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 3.71x cheaper
    Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£70 vs £260).
    £70 vs £260
  • 7% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Oppo A16s
    the average smartphone
    Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.56 vs 8.000).
    8.56 vs 8
  • 46.9% more popular
    Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.99 vs 5.4).
    7.99 vs 5.44
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (8x2.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    8x2.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 3.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (190 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    190 g vs 196.2 g
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 53.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (4,975 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    4,975 vs 10,783
  • 10.7% worse value for money
    Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.63 vs 7.3).
    6.63 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 53.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (4,975 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    4,975 vs 10,783
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 31.6% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (650 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    650 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 79.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (189 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    189 vs 942
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • 41.8% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1600 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Lacks big.LITTLE architecture
    This smartphone does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average smartphone does. 98.4% of smartphones use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 60.8% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (993 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    993 vs 2,533
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 41.8% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Supports older OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenCL version than the average smartphone (1.2 vs 2). The average smartphone supports OpenCL version 2.0.
    1.2 vs 2.0
  • 4.2% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 31.9% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (269 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    269 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.15 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.52 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 520 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (480 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    480 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 27.3% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (480 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    480 nits vs 660 nits
  • 75% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1500:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 69.7% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    10 W vs 33 W
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 1 fewer microphone/s
    This smartphone has fewer microphones than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    August 2021
    2021 vs 2024

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nextpit.com
27/10/2021
Summary of the review
This Oppo smartphone is cheaper than your AirPods - nextpit
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trustedreviews.com
02/06/2022
Summary of the review
Oppo A16s Review - Trusted Reviews
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connect.de
29/09/2021
Summary of the review
Oppo A16 and A16s Review
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nextpit.de
24/10/2021
Summary of the review
Oppo A16s Review: A lot of smartphone for 140 euros
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heise.de
14/11/2021
Summary of the review
Oppo A16s Review: Strong Battery and Stylish Design for 140 Euros
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areadvd.de
23/01/2022
Summary of the review
The Oppo A16s is cheap – but is it worth the price?
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chip.de
10/03/2022
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Oppo A16s Review
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leclaireur.fnac.com
19/09/2021
Summary of the review
Oppo A16 Lab Test: An underpowered entry-level phone with great battery life (includes technical data for the A16s)
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dxomark.com.en2es.search.translate.goog
07/01/2022
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Prueba de la cámara del Oppo A16s 5G: Un disparador básico sin ultra gran angular ¿Te gustaría que buscara comparativas directas entre este modelo y o...
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oppo.com
01/08/2021
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OPPO A16s | OPPO Netherlands
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What we like about Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB)

  • Excellent battery life (5000mAh) often lasting up to two days with regular use
  • Stylish and high-quality build design for its budget price point
  • Fast and reliable side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Large 6.52-inch display that is bright and easy on the eyes
  • Includes essential features like NFC for contactless payments
  • Primary 13MP camera delivers usable photos in good lighting conditions
  • Value for money as a basic entry-level smartphone for non-power users

What we don't like about Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB)

  • Slow overall performance with frequent lagging and stutters during scrolling
  • Poor low-light camera performance with significant image noise
  • Extremely slow charging speeds (standard 10W charger)
  • Display lacks sharpness due to lower 720p (HD+) resolution
  • Not suitable for graphically intensive gaming
  • No ultra-wide or telephoto lens in the triple camera setup
  • Outdated teardrop notch design and chunky bezels

Verdict

The Oppo A16s (4GB + 64GB) is an entry-level smartphone featuring a 6.52-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a standard 60Hz refresh rate, powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G35 processor and 4GB of RAM. It comes with 64GB of expandable internal storage (via microSD) and runs on Android 11 with ColorOS 11.1. The camera system includes an AI-powered triple rear setup with a 13MP main sensor, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens, plus an 8MP front camera. A key selling point is its massive 5000mAh battery, which provides excellent two-day battery life for most users, along with convenient features like a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and NFC support for contactless payments. Cons include a lower 720p display resolution, slow 10W charging speed, a micro-USB (not USB-C) charging port on some variants, and limited performance for graphically demanding games or heavy multitasking, with potential for general sluggishness in the user interface over time.

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