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Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.56 inchesMain camera megapixels:8 MP

Oppo A17K (3GB + 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.

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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Score components

90%

5.0

Technical score

10%

7.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of smartphones
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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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Score components

25%

4.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

4.9

Camera

15%

4.2

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

6.0

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 98%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

5.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 87%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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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Score components:

25%

4.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

4.9

Camera

15%

4.2

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

6.0

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

5.0
User score
User score
7.3/ 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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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

5.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
5.2/ 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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Popularity:
Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 5.2 points, which is lower than 51.6% of smartphones.
5.2
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
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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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Score components:

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

6.7
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
3 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 96.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 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
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 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% 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
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is lower than that of 98.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is narrower than that of 93.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
10 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 10 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 98.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
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
6.56 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.56 inches which is smaller than the screens of 72.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1612 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1612 px which is lower than that of 78.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
269 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
?
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Battery capacity
5,000 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
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
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
yes
This smartphone includes 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
164.2 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.2 mm which is taller than 59.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Width
75.6 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
8.3 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm which is thinner than 44.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
189 g
This smartphone weighs 189 g which is lighter than 68% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
98,400 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 98,400 cm³ which is larger than 54.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
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Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 3.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (189 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    189 g vs 196.2 g
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 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.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 3.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (189 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    189 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
  • 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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 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/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • 68.8% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (10 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    10 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
  • 10.2% worse value for money
    Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.65 vs 7.3).
    6.65 vs 7.34
  • 9.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 10
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    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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    Oppo A17K
    the average smartphone
    Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.28 vs 8).
    7.28 vs 8
  • 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
  • 52% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (5,172 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    5,172 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
  • 5 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 63.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (2.2 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    2.2 W vs 6 W
  • 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 (1,600 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 68% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (810 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    810 vs 2,533
  • 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.
    1.2 vs 2
  • 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
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 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/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 68.8% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (10 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    10 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 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.
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • Lacks USB Type-C
    This smartphone lacks a USB Type-C port, the average smartphone includes one. 96.9% of smartphones use USB Type-C.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1612 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1612 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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
  • 0.11 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.56 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 400 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    600 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Panda Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Panda Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 9.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 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
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    October 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 0.6 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.2 mm vs 163.6 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
JayTine TV
≈ estimated
06/01/2023
Hands-on review · design, display, battery and camera impressions
Verdict
Oppo A17k is recommended as a durable, affordable gift for people who want a premium look.
7.0
Unboxing India
≈ estimated
10/11/2022
Unboxing and first look · fingerprint, camera and battery tests
Verdict
Oppo A17k is a decent device for its price range, with a weak processor and a camera that struggles in low light.
8.0
Tech Selly
≈ estimated
06/11/2022
Hands-on review · one week of use, charging and camera samples
Verdict
Oppo A17k is a simple, good-looking phone that suits basic users, but not heavy gamers or fast chargers.
8.0
Gadgets Point
≈ estimated
13/11/2022
Short review · 15 days of use
Verdict
Oppo A17k suits normal users on a tight budget, not gamers or heavy users.
7.0
ZXTech
≈ estimated
11/11/2022
Hands-on review · benchmarks, gaming and camera checks
Verdict
Oppo A17k is a decent budget phone with a big battery and fair gaming, but the camera and old connector hold it back.
6.0
Tech Saz
≈ estimated
26/10/2022
Unboxing and review · features and camera samples
Verdict
Oppo A17k is average overall: fine for normal users, but not suited to gaming.
7.0
YugaTech
≈ estimated
23/10/2022
Hands-on review · camera, RAM expansion and gaming tests
Verdict
The Oppo A17k's camera is its strength, while gaming is weak, though it is fine for casual games and social sharing.
4.0
TECHGO
≈ estimated
31/10/2022
Unboxing · first look at design and hardware
Verdict
Oppo A17k is not recommended: the design, camera and processor disappoint, and better phones exist.
Shop video
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Overview video
Overview video

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB)

  • Long-lasting 5000mAh battery that can easily last a full day of moderate use.
  • Sleek and modern design with a premium look despite the budget price.
  • Lightweight and comfortable to hold, suitable for one-handed use.
  • Features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for convenient unlocking.
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • ColorOS 12.1 provides a clean, intuitive, and highly customizable user interface.
  • Sturdy build quality and durable screen.

What customers don't like about Oppo A17K (3GB + 64GB)

  • Sluggish performance with frequent lagging, especially in multitasking and gaming.
  • Basic 8MP single rear camera that struggles significantly in low-light conditions.
  • Slow 10W charging via an outdated micro-USB port, taking 2.5 to 3 hours for a full charge.
  • Limited 3GB RAM and 32GB/64GB eMMC 5.1 storage, which is slow by modern standards.
  • Low-resolution HD+ (720p) display that lacks the sharpness of Full HD panels.
  • Lack of NFC for contactless payments.
  • Aggressive RAM management can cause background apps to restart frequently.

Verdict

The Oppo A17k (3GB + 64GB) is an entry-level smartphone featuring a 6.56-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a standard 60Hz refresh rate and is powered by the octa-core MediaTek Helio G35 processor. It is equipped with a single 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera, and runs on Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1. A major pro is its substantial 5000mAh long-lasting battery, a modern side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and an IPX4 water-resistance rating for durability. However, cons include a slow 10W charging speed via an outdated Micro-USB port, average camera quality, and a processor that can struggle with demanding applications and heavy multitasking, potentially leading to performance lag.

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