Oppo A78 4G in Kenya

The Oppo A78 4G price in Kenya is Ksh 31,500. The impressive phone features a 6.43-inch AMOLED with 1080 x 2400 pixels screen resolution, about 409 ppi density, and a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The phone measures 160 x 73.2 x 7.9mm and weighs 180g, with a glass front and plastic body. The phone features a dual rear camera with 50MP main and 2MP depth cameras, while the front camera is an 8MP camera that supports high-resolution photography. Both cameras support videos up to 1080p@30fps. This phone has an 8GB RAM expandable by another 8GB and 128GB or 256GB internal storage. Oppo A78 4G has a dedicated microSD card slot that supports up to 1TB.

Oppo A78 4G is powered by a Li-Po 5000mAh non-removable battery charged using a USB Type C 2.0 fast charging at 67W. The phone runs on ColorOS 13.1, based on Android 13. The phone is powered by a Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6nm) high-performance chipset with an Octa-core (Kryo) CPU and Adreno 610 GPU. Oppo A78 4G supports WI-FI, Bluetooth, GPS positioning, and NFC. Oppo A78 4G has an under-display fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, proximity, and compass sensors. The phone is available at PhonePrice Kenya.

Oppo A78 4G Specs

Brand	Oppo
Model	Oppo A78 4G
Announced Released	10th July2023 10th July 2023
Price	Kes. 31,500
RAM	8GB+8GB Expandable RAM
Internal Storage	128GB, 256GB
SD Card Slot	Yes, Dedicated
Weight	180g
Dimensions	160 x 73.2 x 7.9mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.31 in)
Display	AMOLED with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 Protection
Display Size	6.43 inches (85.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Screen Resolution	1080×2400 pixels resolution, 409ppi density
Refresh Rate	90Hz
Operating System	Android 13, ColorOS 13.1
Chipset	Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6nm)
CPU	Octa-core (4 x 2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4 x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
GPU	Adreno 619
Camera	Rear Camera 50MP of f/1.8, 26mm wide, PDAF 2MP f/2.4, Depth Supporting video quality of 1080p@30fps LED Flash, HDR, Panorama Selfie Camera ·       8MP, f/2.0, 22mm wide ·       Supporting video quality at1080p@30fps ·       Panorama
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE
SIM Card	Nano sim (Dual Standby mode)
3.5mm jack	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.0
GPS	Yes. Equipped with GLONASS, 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	Type-C 2.0 USB
NFC	Yes
Radio	No
Sensors	Fingerprint (Under-display), accelerometer, Gyro, proximity, Compass.
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging	Wired Fast charging 67W (Supervooc)
Color	Mist Black, Aqua Green

Design and Physical Attributes

Oppo A78 has an impressively modern and sleek retro design that gives you a sense of class and style. The phone has a rectangular body with rounded corners that bring a cool feel and a matt finish. Oppo A78 has a sharp finish with a lightweight 180g and 7.9mm thickness, presenting a slim bezel that is easy to carry around and use. The screen is a 6.43-inch AMOLED with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection, a high 1080x 2400 screen resolution, 90HZ adaptive refresh rate, and about 409ppi density. The phone has a plastic anti-scratch and anti-fingerprint body, made in two fantastic colors, Mist Black and Aqua Green, that give you a cool natural feel. With up to 600nits brightness, you can see under any light, with the start backlight that allows you to adjust the brightness according to your surroundings. Additionally, Oppo A78 4G has an IP54 splash resistant so that you are assured it is protected whenever you accidentally splash something on your phone.

Performance

With the high-performance and efficient Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G processor, Oppo A78 4G assures you of smooth and peak performance of apps at low power.  In the background are an octa-core (4 x 2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4 x 1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver) and an Adreno 610 GPU for 3D graphic rendering. These features make the Oppo A78 a fantastic option for multitasking, high-end tasks, and gaming. 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.

Battery

Oppo A78 is powered by a high-capacity, long-lasting 5000mAh built-in Li-Po battery. This quality battery has a battery health engine that ensures a long life, powering you through your day and tasks for over three years. When you need to recharge, you are presented with a Supervooc 67W wired fast charging that will get you going within a short period, fully charged within 45 minutes (advertised). Optimized all-day charging protects your battery’s health, allowing your phone to charge up to 80%, pause, and charge fully when you are about to use it.

Memory

Oppo knows the essence of sufficient storage. That is why the Oppo A78 4G has a massive 8GB RAM, expandable by another 8GB. The phone has a dual-channel internal storage capacity, where you get either 128GB or 256GB internal storage for you to choose from. Depending on your tasks and phone use, you can select the best that suits you.  A dedicated microSD Card slot allows up to 1TB card for extra storage. The phone will enable you to save photos, videos, downloads, and install more apps without worry.

Cameras

The rear camera is a dual camera set consisting of a 50MP AI camera that assures you of dazzling photos with rich details and vibrant color. The camera ensures clarity under any light, bringing you the ultra-night mode and HDR that reduce noise and enhance image clarity. Use the AI portrait retouch to remove flaws but maintain the natural look for editing. There is also a 2MP Depth camera for additional high-quality cameras. The rear camera supports recording videos at 1080p@30fps for high-quality videos for personal and professional use. The rear camera supports PDAF, Panorama, and LED Flash for a better camera experience, allowing you to take every single memory into detail.

The selfie camera is an 8MP HDR camera with f/2.0 wide aperture and Panorama for dazzling selfies. The AI Portrait retouch lets you easily edit your senses to reveal your natural beauty. The selfie camera also supports videos of 1080p@30fps. Additional camera features include the dual camera view, where you can simultaneously shoot videos using both the front and back cameras to create videos for sharing with family and friends or vlogging.

Network and Connectivity

Positioning

Oppo A78 4G is 4G enabled and supports dual nano sim on dual standby mode. 4G connectivity assures you of speedy browsing, downloading, and browsing and staying connected during peak hours or in areas with a poor connection. The phone has a USB C2.0 cable for charging, tethering, and data transfer between devices. The phone supports Bluetooth 5.0 A2DP for sharing with other devices and NFC for cashless transactions. Oppo A78 4G has Wi-Fi capabilities supporting Wi-Fi direct or hotspots. Navigation has never been better and easier than what the Oppo A78 4G presents. The phone supports satellite positioning that lets you find places using maps and compasses. The phone supports GPS, GLONASS, BDS, and GALILEO satellite positioning systems. Explore more easily and learn more about unknown, exotic, exciting, and fun places worldwide.

Sensors

Oppo A78 4G has an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass sensor. These sensors provide your phone functions properly, and you are updated on what is happening. An under-display fingerprint sensor allows you to lock and unlock the phone and keep your data secure.

Hits and Misses

Hits

• Affordable
• Sleek and classy design
• Large 6.43-inch AMOLED
• Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection
• High screen resolution with 90Hz refresh rate.
• Powerful Snapdragon processor for high performance and efficiency.
• High-capacity storage space 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB internal storage
• 8GB expandable RAM with up to 1TB dedicated microSD.
• Massive slow drain 5000mAh battery
• 67W wired fast charging.
• Supports Bluetooth and NFC

Misses

• No FM Radio
• Is not 5G-enabled.
• Not water or Dust-resistant
• Not the best gaming phone

Unboxing

• Sim eject tool
• Plastic protective case
• USB C Cable
• Adapter
• Warranty
• Manual

Verdict

Oppo has designed modern and premium-looking midrange phones to give you an optimal smartphone experience like never before. Oppo A78 4G is a high-performance phone at a pocket-friendly price. If you are on a budget and are looking for a smartphone, then the Oppo A78 4G is what you need. A high-performance processor, the latest OS for updates, a massive battery, sufficient memory space, and quality cameras make the Oppo A78 worth having.

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