OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Smartphones Methodology v1.0
Smartphones Methodology v1.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are evaluated mathematically under Frontumo Smartphones Methodology v1.0 using verified laboratory benchmarks, technical specifications, and authentic consumer ratings with 0% commercial bias.
Explore Smartphones Methodology v1.0

Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP

Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.1

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

90%

6.1

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 73% of smartphones
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

4.6

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

3.1

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 68% of smartphones
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

  • oppo-a3-4g
  • oppo-a3-4g
  • oppo-a3-4g
  • oppo-a3-4g
  • oppo-a3-4g
  • oppo-a3-4g
  • oppo-a3-4g
oppo-a3-4g
oppo-a3-4g
oppo-a3-4g
oppo-a3-4g
oppo-a3-4g
oppo-a3-4g
oppo-a3-4g

Best prices

    N/A~ £180

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

4.6

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

3.1

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

6.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

60%

6.1

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.2
Brand name
Oppo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor model which is slower than processors in 50.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 GB
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
Show more
Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
â–² Better than 49% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
Show more
Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP which is lower than that of 71.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
Show more
Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
Show more
Screen size
6.67 inches
Screen size
6.67 inches
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1604 px
Screen resolution
720x 1604 px
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1604 px which is lower than that of 85.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Pixel density
264 ppi
Pixel density
264 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 264 ppi which is lower than that of 88.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.6% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Refresh rate
90 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
Show more
Battery capacity
5,100 mAh
Battery capacity
5,100 mAh
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,100 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 59.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
Show more
Stereo speakers
no
Stereo speakers
no
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
Show more
Height
165.8 mm
Height
165.8 mm
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.8 mm which is taller than 73.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Width
76.1 mm
Width
76.1 mm
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.1 mm which is wider than 53.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.7 mm
Thickness
7.7 mm
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.7 mm which is thinner than 82.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Weight
186 g
Weight
186 g
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 186 g which is lighter than 75.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,780 cm³
Device volume
87,780 cm³
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,780 cm³ which is smaller than 72.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Show more

Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Portrait Retouching, AI LinkBoost, AI Eraser?, AI Summary?, AI Clear Voice?
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2x more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    2048 KB
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 2% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,100 mAh
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5100 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • 16.7% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    7 W
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (7 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    7 W vs 6 W
  • 44.4% cheaper
    Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£180 vs £260).
    £180 vs £260
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2x more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    2048 KB
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 16.7% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    7 W
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (7 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    7 W vs 6 W
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Portrait Retouching, AI LinkBoost, AI Eraser?, AI Summary?, AI Clear Voice?
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,100 mAh
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5100 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 5.2% lighter
    Weight
    186 g
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (186 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    186 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.7 mm
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    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
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 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/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    90 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 33.2% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    264 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (264 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    5 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    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
  • 5.44x less popular
    Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.4% worse value for money
    Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.17 vs 7.3).
    7.17 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    800 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 52.3% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1,209
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,209 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,209 vs 2,533
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 50% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    128
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    22 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (22 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    22 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    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
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    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
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 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/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    5 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    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
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 60 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    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
    Gyroscope
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    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
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    90 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 33.2% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    264 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (264 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    720 x 1604 px
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Worse display glass type
    Display glass type
    Panda Glass
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    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
  • 25% lower touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    180 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <120 Hz – >480 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (180 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP54
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 2.2 mm taller
    Height
    165.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.8 mm vs 163.6 mm

Video reviews

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

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

C
community.oppo.com
22/10/2026
Summary of the review
OPPO A3 review: Cheap, durable phone, resistant to all liquids
P
pinoymetrogeek.com
26/11/2024
Summary of the review
OPPO A3 Review: Built to Last
I
itc.ua
15/10/2024
Summary of the review
OPPO A3 4G smartphone review: bright screen, good battery life and a number of problems
U
unbox.ph
01/10/2024
Summary of the review
This Budget Phone Is (Almost) Unkillable
Y
yugatech.com
16/09/2024
Summary of the review
OPPO A3 Hands-On Review - YugaTech
G
gadgetpilipinas.net.en2de.search.translate.goog
13/09/2024
Summary of the review
OPPO A3 Review: Extremely rugged, but too expensive for the specs – Gadget Pilipinas
(Translated)Show original
P
pinoymetrogeek.com.en2de.search.translate.goog
26/11/2024
Summary of the review
OPPO A3 Review: Robust and Durable
(Translated)Show original
T
techprincess.it
19/07/2018
Summary of the review
Oppo A3 Review: The "Fierce" Mid-Ranger
(Translated)Show original
S
smartworld.it
29/08/2018
Summary of the review
OPPO A3 review (photos and video) - SmartWorld
(Translated)Show original

Third-party reviews

What we like about Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional durability with military-grade shock and multiple liquid resistance
  • Long-lasting 5,100 mAh battery that often lasts more than a full day
  • Fast 45W SUPERVOOC charging technology
  • Bright 6.67-inch display (up to 1,000 nits) suitable for outdoor use
  • Lightweight and slim design with a comfortable, matte finish
  • Reliable biometric security with a fast side-mounted fingerprint sensor

What we don't like about Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Underpowered Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1 processor that struggles with heavy gaming
  • Noticeable software lag, choppy animations, and occasional interface freezes
  • Low screen resolution (HD+ only) compared to competitors in the same price bracket
  • Mediocre camera performance, especially in low light and for video stabilization
  • Excessive pre-installed bloatware and frequent system advertisements
  • Single mono loudspeaker lacks depth and low frequencies

Verdict

The Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB variant) is a durability-focused, budget-friendly smartphone running Android 14 with ColorOS 14 and powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 1 processor. Key specs include a 6.67-inch IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness, a large 5100mAh battery with 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging, and a 50MP main camera. The main pros are its exceptional durability, including U.S. military-grade shock resistance and IP54 splash resistance, excellent battery life, and fast charging support. However, the cons include a low-resolution HD+ display, a basic 5MP front camera, average overall performance with potential for interface lag during demanding use, and the phone's performance may be considered underwhelming for its price point in some markets.

Compare Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) with other smartphones

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of Oppo A3 4G (8GB + 256GB) and other smartphones

No results found