OPPO has unveiled its new model A3, an entry-level device that offers interesting technical specifications at an affordable price, especially for the Chinese market.
Official OPPO A3 with 120Hz OLED screen and Snapdragon 695 chip
The new OPPO A3 it presents itself as a more essential version of the previous A3 Pro, but without significant compromises on performance. The device is equipped with a OLED display from 6.7 inches and FHD + resolution and a color depth a 10 bit. The 120Hz refresh rate and touch sampling 240Hz ensure a smooth and responsive viewing experience. Furthermore, the panel can boast a lmaximum brightness of 1200 nits, protected by the new Gorilla Glass 7i.
Under the hood, the OPPO A3 is powered by the processor Snapdragon 695, a choice that marks a step back compared to the Dimensity 7050 used in the Pro model, but which still guarantees reliable performance. There RAM memory LPDDR4X It is available in the variants from 8 or 12GBwhile its UFS 2.2 internal storage is offered in options from 256 or 512GB, expandable via microSD.
As for the photographic sector, the A3 is equipped with a 50MP main sensor with f/1.8 lens, capable of recording video at 1080p at 30fps, supported by a depth sensor from 2 SM. The front camera, from 8 SM, is integrated into the display via a hole and also supports video recording at 1080p at 30fps.
La battery by 5000mAh (19.55Wh) supports the quick recharge a 45w via VOOC technology, ensuring reduced charging times. Despite the similar capacity to the 5,000mAh/67W battery of the A3 Pro model, the A3 offers an improvement in 50% in charging speed compared to the A2 model.
The OPPO A3 also stands out for its slim and lightweight design, with a thickness of only 7.15mm and a weight of 178g. Although it is resistant to dust and water, a specific resistance certification has not been provided. Connectivity options include support for the 5G (dual-SIM), Wi-Fi 5 (ac), Bluetooth (aptX HD), but both NFC and the 3.5mm jack are missing.
The OPPO A3 is offered in three color options: green, black and purple at the starting price of 1600 Yuan (around 205 euros) for the basic 8/256GB model.
