Oppo A18 Review
1 year ago
In the budget category, Oppo launched its new phone Oppo A18, which is an improved version of the previous model Oppo A17. The phone includes some updates and modifications that aim to provide a unique experience for the A series. The phone has a high performance thanks to the Helio G85 processor, a large battery capacity of 5000 mAh, a Type C port, and a screen with a refresh rate of 90 Hz. Below we review the full specifications of the Oppo A18 phone and its main advantages and disadvantages and whether it is worth buying or not.
Specifications of Oppo A18 phone
Network and connectivity
- Two Nano Sim cards and support for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks.
- Wi-Fi with a/b/g/n/ac frequencies and support for Dual-band.
- Bluetooth with version 5.3 and features of A2DP, LE, aptX HD.
- GPS with other navigation systems such as GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS.
Body and screen
- Plastic body resistant to water and dust with IP54 certification and dimensions of 163.7x75x8.2 mm and weight of 188 grams.
- IPS LCD screen with a size of 6.56 inches and a resolution of 720×1612 pixels and a density of 269 pixels per inch and a refresh rate of 90Hz and a brightness of 720 nits and a notch in the middle.
Memory and processor
- Internal memory of 64 or 128 GB and random memory of 4 GB and the possibility of adding a memory card in a separate slot.
- MediaTek Helio G85 octa-core processor with 12 nano technology and Mali-G52 MC2 graphics processor.
Camera and video
- Front camera of 5 megapixels with F/2.2 lens aperture and dual rear camera of 8 megapixels with F/2.0 lens aperture and 2 megapixels with F/2.4 lens aperture with LED flash.
- Video recording with FHD quality of 1080 pixels or HD quality of 720 pixels at a rate of 30 frames per second.
Security and sensors
- Fingerprint sensor integrated with the power button and Face Unlock feature to unlock the phone by face.
- Accelerometer, proximity, and compass sensors.
Ports and battery
- 3.5 mm port for earphones.
- USB port of Type C and support for OTG feature.
- Battery with a capacity of 5000 mAh and charging with a power of 10 watts.
System and colors
- Android 13 operating system with Oppo’s ColorOS 13.1 interface.
- Black and blue colors.
Pros of Oppo A18
- Great design and suitable weight and simple water resistance.
- USB port of the new generation Type C.
- Battery lasts all day without problems.
- It can use two SIM cards and a memory card at the same time.
- Large screen of IPS type enough to watch videos and play games with its support for 90 Hz refresh rate.
- Processor provides very good performance for the price of the phone.
Cons of Oppo A18
- It would have been better if the phone screen had a resolution of FHD+.
- The screen still has large edges and has not been improved.
- The phone takes a long time to charge due to the low charging capacity of 10 watts.
- The rear camera is weaker than the previous version of Oppo A17, so do not expect a great performance.
Box Contents of Oppo A18
- A screen protector pre-installed on the screen to protect it from scratches and cracks.
- A 10-watt charger head to charge the phone quickly.
- A USB cable of Type C for data and power transfer.
- A back cover to protect the phone from shocks and scratches.
- A metal pin to eject the SIM tray.
- A user manual that explains how to use the phone and its features.
The price of Oppo A18
| Country | Version | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 64 GB / 4 GB RAM | 6000 EGP |
| Egypt | 128 GB / 4 GB RAM | 6250 EGP ( international warranty ) |
| Saudi Arabia | 128 GB / 4 GB RAM | 470 SAR |
| UAE | 128 GB / 4 GB RAM | 430 AED |