Oppo A38
Oppo A38 is an in-stock smartphone that comes with a 6.56-inch IPS LCD display, 50MP primary camera, and is powered by the Helio G85 processor. It features 5000mAh battery and 33W charging, It offers in reliable body and outstanding processor capabilities. Available for purchase online in India with possible presence in offline stores as well, it offers great value in this segment.
Oppo A38Key specifications
ProcessorMediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm), 264823 Antutu Score
Display6.56" IPS LCD 90Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 33Watt (wired)
Rear Camera50MP · 2MP (Secondary)
Front Camera5MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, eMMC 5.1
DesignGlass
OSAndroid 13, ColorOS
Oppo A38 — expected price in India
Oppo A38 has an Est. ₹13,890 based on leaks and expected launch data. Official India pricing is not confirmed yet.
Oppo A38Key specifications
ProcessorMediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm), 264823 Antutu Score
Display6.56" IPS LCD 90Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 33Watt (wired)
Rear Camera50MP · 2MP (Secondary)
Front Camera5MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, eMMC 5.1
DesignGlass
OSAndroid 13, ColorOS
Oppo A38 — Full specifications
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General
BrandOppo
Model NameOppo A38
Launch CountryIndia
Launch15 May 2024
Availability15 May 2024
Launch PriceEst. ₹13,890
ColorsGlowing Black, Glowing Gold
Box ContentsPhone, 33W Charger, Type-C Cable, Case, SIM Ejector Tool
Performance
ProcessorMediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm), 264823 Antutu Score
CPU CoresOcta-core
OverclockNo
Graphics Processor (GPU)Mali-G52 MC2
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, eMMC 5.1
Display
Screen Size6.56 inches (16.66 cms)
Display TypeIPS LCD, 90 Hz Refresh Rate, SDR, 90 Hz Touch Sampling Rate
Form FactorFlat
Resolution ClassHD+
ResolutionHD+, 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 (269 ppi), 8-bit 16.7 Million Colours, 100% DCI-P3, 720 nits(Peak Brightness)
Peak Brightness720 nits
Display Refresh Rate90 Hz
Aspect Ratio20:9
Pixel Density269 pixels per inch (ppi)
Display Area89.8% Screen To Body Ratio
Design
Height6.45 inches (163.74 mm)
Width2.95 inches (75.03 mm)
Thickness0.32 inches (8.16 mm)
Weight190 grams
Frame MaterialPlastic Frame
Back MaterialGlass
Front MaterialGlass
PortsUSB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
ColorsGlowing Black, Glowing Gold
Camera
Rear camera setupTriple
Rear camera (Primary)50 MP resolution, Primary lens
Rear camera (Secondary)2 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Rear camera (Tertiary)5 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Front camera setupSingle
Front camera (Primary)5 MP resolution, Selfie lens, Sensor: 5 MP, Unknown Sensor, f/2.2, (Wide), 76.8°, 1.12 µm
Video Resolution (Rear)1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps
Video Resolution (Front)1080p@30fps
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery TypeLi-ion
Wired Charging33 W
Fast Wired ChargingYes
Wireless ChargingNo
Reverse Wireless ChargingNo
Bypass ChargingNo
Connectivity
SIM (specs)Dual SIM
Mobile Technology4G
Network Speed4G
Cellular / NetworkDual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Hotspot, Dual Band
Bluetoothtrue
Bluetooth Version5.3
Positioning / GNSSA-GPS, BEIDOU, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS
USB (specs line)USB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
NFCYes
GPSNo
USB OTGNo
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, ColorOS
Storage & Memory
RAM4GB, LPDDR4X
Internal Storage128GB, eMMC 5.1
Expandable StorageYes
Audio
3.5mm Audio JackYes
Speaker SetupLoudspeaker, No Tuning
Oppo A38Key Highlights
Processor
MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm), 264823 Antutu Score
Display
6.56"
Battery
5000mAh
Rear Camera
50MP
Front Camera
5MP
Design
Glass
RAM/Storage
4GB, LPDDR4X/128GB, eMMC 5.1
Connectivity
Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Oppo A38 In the Box Items
Phone, 33W Charger, Type-C Cable, Case, SIM Ejector Tool
Highlights
- Highest Colour Gamut in the segment
- Highest Peak Brightness in the segment
Editor's Verdict
Rating: 37/5
Pros & Cons
Pros
What we liked about this device
- Powered by reliable MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm), 264823 Antutu Score processor
- Immersive 6.56-inch display for gaming and media
- High capacity 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging
- High resolution 50MP primary camera for detailed photography
Cons
Trade-offs you should consider
- Modest front camera resolution
- No wireless charging support
- Pre-installed apps may require initial cleanup
