Oppo A18

Oppo A18 Price in Kenya

The Oppo A18 price in Kenya is Ksh 13,000. Oppo A18 is a 4G-enabled phone that supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS positioning. Oppo A18 features a large 6.56-inch 90Hz IPS LCD, a slim bezel of 8,2mm thickness, and is light with only 188g weight. The phone comes fitted with the ColorOS 13.1 by Android 13 for a user-friendly experience and updates. Oppo A18 runs on the 12n Mediatek Helio G85 with an Octa-core CPU and Mali G52 GPU for a smooth, high-performance experience. Another impressive feature that boosts great performance is ample space with 4GB RAM supported by 64GB or 128GB internal memory with eMMC5.1 flash storage and expandable memory thanks to the dedicated microSD Card slot that supports up to 1TB space. Powering this device is a massive 5000mAh built-in battery that supports long hours of use. The phone has basic features: a dual rear camera with an 8MP wide AF camera supported by a 2MP depth camera and a 5MP selfie camera. Both cameras record Full HD videos of 1080p@30fps. You get an audio jack, a USB C port for charging, and an OTG. Buy yours today at PhonePrice Kenya.

Oppo A18 Specifications

Brand	Oppo
Model	A18
Announced Released	September 27, 2023 October 5, 2023
Price	Ksh. 13,000 -Ksh. 16,000
RAM	4GB+4GB Extended RAM
Internal Storage	64GB, 128GB eMMC 5.1
SD Card Slot	Yes, Dedicated
Weight	188g
Dimensions	163.7 x 75 x 8.2mm (6.44 x 2.95 x 0.32 in)
Display	IPS LCD 720nits brightness
Display Size	6.56 inches (84.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Screen Resolution	720 x 1612 pixels resolution, 269 ppi density
Refresh Rate	90Hz
Operating System	Android 13, ColorOS 13.1
Chipset	Mediatek MT6769 Helio G85 (12nm)
CPU	Octa-core (2 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Mali-G52 MC2
Camera	Rear Camera 8MP of f/12.0, Wide, AF 2MP f/2.4, Depth Video quality of 1080p@30fps LED Flash, HDR, Panorama Selfie Camera 5MP, f/2.2, wide Video quality at1080p@30fps Panorama
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE
SIM Card	Nano sim (Dual sim Dual Standby)
3.5mm jack	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3 A2DP, LE, AptX HD
GPS	Yes. Equipped with GLONASS, GPS, A-GPS, and GALILEO
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo
Wi-Fi & WLAN	·       Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band ·       Wi-Fi Direct ·       Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 2.0
NFC	No
Infrared	Yes
Radio	No
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, Compass.
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging	Wired Fast charging 67W (Supervooc)
Color	Glowing Black, Glowing Blow

Design and Physical Attributes

Oppo A18 is a modern designed phone that is stylish and beautiful to the eye.  The rectangular phone measures 163.7 x 75 x 8.2mm (6.44 x 2.95 x 0.32 in) with rounded corners that give it a decent and cool appearance.  Oppo A18 has a glass front and plastic back and frames with a matt finish that gives it a glowing appearance. No wonder the available colors are Glowing Blk and Glowing Blue. The back has a gleaner with a smooth yet tough fingerprint and scratch-resistant surface, giving you the confidence, you need while handling the phone. The display is a large 6.56-inch screen with an 84.2% screen-to-body ratio, giving you more space to explore your screen. With a 90Hz refresh rate, it’s a lightning-speed, smooth, touch-and-go experience like never before. Oppo A18 has a 720x1612poxels screen resolution of 720nits (peak) adaptive brightness and a 100% DCI-P3 Color Gamut that assures you of a vibrant and colorful display of your icons under any light.

Performance

Oppo A18 runs on the high-performance and efficient Mediatek Helio G85 (12nm) processor, ensuring peak performance of apps at low power consumption. The chipset supports 4G connectivity with high browsing speed, capable cameras, and efficient download speed.  In the background are an Octa-core (2 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) and a Mali-G52 MC2 GPU for 3D graphic rendering. These features make the Oppo A18 a great choice for performing daily tasks, basic games, and other functions. Another impressive feature is the ColorOS 13.1, which is based on Android 13 and allows you to customize your phone to express your personality. Take screenshots, translate languages, auto pixelate, and control access to your phone while keeping updated with the latest security and other updates.

Battery

What is high performance without a good power source? Well, powering the Oppo A18 is a massive 5000mAh built-in Li-Po battery. This is an all-day power in your hands to take you through all your tasks without worry. You can charge your phone using the USB C cable and power adapter available in the box.

Memory

Oppo A18 boasts 4GB RAM with 64GB or 128GB internal storage space sufficient for most tasks. Additionally, the phone has a dedicated microSD Card slot that allows up to 1TB card for extra storage. The phone will enable you to save more and delete less of your apps, games, photos, videos, and other features. The sufficient storage space also means you can easily run your operations without lags or constant warnings about running out of space.

Cameras

Oppo A18 provides you with capable cameras for a low-budget phone. The rear camera has an 8MP Wide Autofocus camera that lets you take detailed, clear photos. This camera is supported by a 2MP depth camera that ensures the tiniest bit is captured. Making memories has never been better than this. With this camera, you can record full HD videos that will give you professional-like content. If you enjoy taking selfies, Oppo A18 provides a 5MP selfie camera to take natural-looking yet stunning portrait photos and record Full HD videos.

Network and Connectivity

Oppo A18 is a 4 G-enabled phone supporting dual nano sim on dual standby mode for stable network connectivity that ensures you are always connected with family and friends. The phone has a USB C2.0 cable for charging, tethering, and data transfer between devices. Oppo A18 is Bluetooth 5.3-enabled for a stable connection between devices. When you need to connect to the internet, the phone supports dual and Wi-Fi connectivity and can be used as a hotspot.

Positioning

Oppo A18 enables you to navigate easily find and explore different locations. This is because the phone supports satellite positioning that lets you find places using maps and compasses. The phone supports GPS, GALILEO, QZSS, and GLONASS satellite positioning systems.

Sensors

Oppo A18 has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for locking and unlocking your phone to ensure security and privacy. You can also enable the face unlock feature for more security. There is also an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass sensor. These sensors ensure your phone functions properly and update you on what is happening.

Hits and Misses

Hits

• Affordable
• Stylish modern design
• Large 6.56-inch IPS LCD at720nits
• 90Hz refresh rate for speedy touch-and-go.
• Powerful and efficient Mediatek processor
• Sufficient storage space
• Supports up to 1TB dedicated microSD.
• Massive 5000mAh battery
• Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
• Has IP54 splash and dust resistance

Misses

• Doesn’t support 5G connectivity.
• No FM Radio
• No support for NFC
• Not water-resistant
• Not the best gaming phone

Unboxing

• Oppo A18
• Sim ejector tool
• Plastic protective case
• USB C Cable
• Adapter
• Warranty
• Manual

Verdict

Oppo A18 is a truly amazing low-budget smartphone with impressive performance without breaking the bank. The design and physical appearance reflect class and style, the performance features are great, the cameras are not quality but capable, and the storage space is sufficient. You also get additional features like BT, Wi-Fi, and GPS positioning. If you want an affordable phone to serve you right, consider Oppo A18.

Alternative Handsets

• Oppo A17
• Realme C51
• Samsung Galaxy A05
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 12C

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