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Oppo A52

$232

Overview

Oppo A52 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 12 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.

The device runs ColorOS with features like MariSilicon. Priced at $232, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Oppo A52

The display of Oppo A52 measures 6.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2400 pixels resolution.

Size
6.5 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
1080x2400 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
480 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Oppo A52 features 4 rear cameras: 12 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.

Main Sensor
12
Camera Count
4 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP, FOV: 120°
Max Video
2160p

The battery of Oppo A52 has 5000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 31 min minutes.

Capacity
5000mAh
Wired Charging
18
Full Charge Time
31 min minutes

The performance of Oppo A52 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 310 single-core and 1300 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 182558.

Chipset
Snapdragon 665
CPU
4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 610
Geekbench Single
310
Geekbench Multi
1300
AnTuTu Score
182558

The memory of Oppo A52 offers 8GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.

RAM Options
8GB
Storage Options
64GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
Storage Type
UFS Storage 2.1
Expandable
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

The connectivity of Oppo A52 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0
NFC
No

The build of Oppo A52 weighs 192g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 162 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm.

Dimensions
162 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm
Weight
192g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of Oppo A52 runs Android 10, ColorOS 7.1 with ColorOS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 10, ColorOS 7.1
UI
ColorOS
Update Policy
2 years

Compare Oppo A52

Oppo A52 vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Oppo A52 has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

5000mAh battery
Snapdragon 665
6.5" display

Oppo A52 vs Motorola Moto G Power

Oppo A52 has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

5000mAh battery
Snapdragon 665
6.5" display

Oppo A52 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Oppo A52 has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

5000mAh battery
Snapdragon 665
6.5" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Oppo A52

Oppo A52 has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

Related: mobile photography

Oppo A52 with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Oppo A52 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Oppo A52 has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.

Related: battery life

Oppo A52 at $232 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Oppo A52 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 31 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Oppo A52 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Oppo A52 has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

See how Oppo A52 ranks in these categories:

Verdict

The Oppo A52 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.5"

Main Camera

12

Chipset

Snapdragon 665

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation4G LTE
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2020
StatusOut of Stock
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$199.65

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)162 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm
Weight (g)192
Build MaterialsGlass
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Twilight Black", "Stream White"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)6.5
Resolution (px)1080x2400 pixels
Aspect Ratio9:20
Pixel Density (ppi)405
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)82
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)480
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)250
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 10, ColorOS 7.1
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetSnapdragon 665
CPU4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz
GPUQualcomm Adreno 610
NPU/AI TOPs2 TOPS
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemSnapdragon X12
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-Core310
Geekbench Multi-Core1300
AnTuTu Score182558
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM8GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
Storage64GB
Storage TypeUFS Storage 2.1
Storage SpeedUFS 2.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras4
Main Sensor12
Main Sensor Size1/2.8"
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/1.7, 4.05mm
OIS
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel Binning1.25µm
Ultrawide8MP, FOV: 120°
TelephotoN/A
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR2.0 MP depth
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution2160p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264, H.265
Slow Motion720p@120fps
Video Stabilization
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution16
Sensor Size1/3.1
Aperturef/2.0
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

LoudspeakersYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, aptX
DAC/AmpBuilt-in DAC

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type C
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Side-Mounted)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsBasic
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)5000
TypeLi-Po
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging18
Wired StandardQualcomm Quick Charge
0-50% Time (mins)90 min
Full Charge Time31 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box18W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 10, ColorOS 7.1
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherColorOS
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityStandard
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box ContentsPhone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector, Manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

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Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Oppo A52 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.5/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Oppo A52 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.3 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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