Oppo A9
$157
Overview
Oppo A9 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio P70 chipset, 16 main camera, and 4020 mAh battery.
The device runs ColorOS with features like MariSilicon. Priced at $157, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Oppo A9
The display of Oppo A9 measures 6.53 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Oppo A9 features 2 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Oppo A9 has 4020mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 49 min minutes.
The performance of Oppo A9 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P70 chipset with ARM Mali-G72 MP3 900MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1550 single-core and 5800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 146944.
The memory of Oppo A9 offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC.
The connectivity of Oppo A9 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Oppo A9 weighs 190g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 162 x 76.1 x 8.3 mm.
The software of Oppo A9 runs Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 with ColorOS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oppo A9
Oppo A9 has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Oppo A9 with MediaTek Helio P70 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Oppo A9 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Oppo A9 has a 4020mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Oppo A9 at $157 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Oppo A9 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 49 min minutes.
Oppo A9 is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Oppo A9 has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Oppo A9 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.53"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P70
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $199.88 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 162 x 76.1 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 190 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Mica Green", "Ice Jade White", "Fluorite Purple"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.53 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 395 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P70 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 4x Cortex A73 2.1 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 2.0 GHz, 12 nm |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 900MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.3 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | MediaTek Helio P70 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1550 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 146944 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4020 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 49 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ColorOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, privacy dashboard |
| Accessibility | Color inversion, Magnification, TalkBack |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, User Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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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.
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.
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!