OPPO has expanded its A5 series with the official launch of two new devices, theOPPO A5 and the OPPO A5 Vitality Edition, which join theThe OPPO A5. These new models, presented in China, aim to satisfy different user needs, offering balanced specifications and reliable performance at affordable prices. The two versions share some features, but differ in hardware and market positioning.
OPPO A5 and A5 Vitality Edition Launched: IP69 Starting at 1199 Yuan (150€)
THEOPPO A5 is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, a processor designed to ensure solid performance and optimized energy consumption. The device offers a 6,7-inch AMOLED display with Full HD + resolution a refresh rate up to 120Hz and a central hole to accommodate a front camera from 8MPThe fingerprint reader is positioned under the display, ensuring a clean and modern design.
On the back, the phone features an island that integrates four circles: a main camera from 50MP, 2MP depth sensor, an LED flash and a purely aesthetic element. As for battery life, the A5 is equipped with a 6.500mAh battery, which supports 45W fast charging, offering high durability for daily use. The phone weighs 185 grams, has a thickness of 7,65 mm and ultra-thin front edges of only 1,39 mm, ensuring portability and easy handling.
The device performs theColorOS 15 interface, based on Android 15, and is equipped with 360-degree NFC and IP69 certification, which protects it from water, dust and extreme conditions, while also offering military-grade durability. The A5 is available in three eye-catching colorways: Zircon Black (a purple hue), Crystal Diamond (a gradient pink) and BluePrices start at 1299 Yuan (about 165 euros) for the version with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, up to 1999 Yuan (about 250 euros) for the most powerful model with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal memory.
La Vitality Edition It is a more accessible version and is offered in some markets as the equivalent of the OPPO A5 Pro. Powered by the Dimensity 6300, the MediaTek chipset designed to offer high performance, the device stands out for its modern architecture, which includes Cortex-A76 and Cortex-A55 cores, offering superior energy efficiency and advanced connectivity. However, in this version, the display is a 6,67 LCD inches with HD+ resolution, which is a downgrade from the AMOLED on the A5 model.
The photographic sector is similar, with a combination of 50MP for the main camera and a 2MP secondary sensor, While the battery stands at 5.800mAh, supported by the same 45W fast charging. The Vitality Edition also includes theColorOS 15 interface, 360-degree NFC and IP69 certification to ensure strength and resistance in every situation.
The Vitality Edition is available in three shades: Amber Black (black with brown undertones), Jade Green (jade green) and Agate Powder (pink undertones)Prices for this variant start at 1199 Yuan (around 150 euros) for the model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, up to 1599 Yuan (around 200 euros) for the configuration with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal memory.
