Engineering:Oppo A16
| Manufacturer | OPPO Electronics |
|---|---|
| Series | A series |
| Model | A16: CPH2269 A16s: CPH2271 A54s: CPH2273 |
| Compatible networks | GSM, 3G, 4G (LTE) |
| First released | A16: July 17, 2021 A16s: August 14, 2021 A54s: October 27, 2021 |
| Predecessor | Oppo A15 Oppo A53s |
| Successor | Oppo A17 Oppo A55s |
| Related | Oppo A76 Oppo A54 |
| Type | Phablet |
| Form factor | Slate |
| Dimensions | 163.8 × 75.6 × 8.4 mm |
| Mass | 190 g |
| Operating system | Original: Android 11 with ColorOS 11.1 Current: Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1 |
| CPU | MediaTek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm), Octa-core (4× 2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4× 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Memory | A16: 3/4 GB A16s: 4 GB A54s: 4/8 GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | A16: 32/64/256 GB A16s: 64 GB A54s: 128 GB eMMC 5.1 |
| Removable storage | microSDXC up to 256 GB |
| Battery | Non-removable Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 10 W |
| Display | IPS LCD, 6.52", 1600 × 720 (HD+), 20:9 ratio, 269 ppi |
| Rear camera | A16/A16s: 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4 (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4 (depth) A54s: 50 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4 (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4 (depth) LED flash, HDR, panorama Video: 1080p@30fps |
| Front camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 26mm (wide) HDR Video: 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | 3.5 mm jack |
| Connectivity | USB-C 2.0, Bluetooth 5.0 (A2DP, LE, aptX), NFC (A16s/A54s), FM radio, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
| Other | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, proximity sensor, accelerometer, compass |
| Website | https://www.oppo.com/ph/smartphones/series-a/a16/ |
| References | [1][2][3] |
The Oppo A16 and Oppo A16s are Android-based budget smartphones developed by Oppo as part of their A series. The Oppo A16 was announced on July 17, 2021,[4] and the A16s was released on August 14, 2021.[5] The primary differences between the models are the inclusion of NFC in the "s" model and variations in memory configurations.[5]
On October 27, 2021, the Oppo A54s was introduced, featuring an upgraded primary camera and different storage options compared to the A16s.[6]
Design
The display is made of glass, while the body is constructed from plastic. It was available in the following color options, depending on the model:
- The Oppo A16 and A54s are available in three colors: Crystal Black, Pearl Blue, and Space Silver.[7]
- The Oppo A16s is sold in Crystal Black and Pearl Blue.
Specifications
Hardware
The smartphones are powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 SoC and the PowerVR GE8320 GPU. It also has an octa-core Cortex-A53 with 4 processors, clocking at 1.8 to 2.3 GHz.
Battery
The devices are equipped with a 5000 mAh battery with 10-watt charging.[8]
Cameras
The smartphones feature a triple camera setup. The Oppo A16 and A16s use a 13 MP f/2.2 wide lens with PDAF, while the A54s uses a 50 MP f/2.2 wide lens with PDAF. All models include a 2 MP f/2.4 macro lens and a 2 MP f/2.4 depth sensor.
All models feature an 8 MP f/2.0 wide front-facing camera. Both the main and front cameras can record video at 1080p@30fps.
Display
The screen is a 6.52" IPS LCD with HD+ resolution (1600 × 720), a pixel density of 269 ppi, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a waterdrop notch for the front camera.
Memory
- Oppo A16: Available in 3/32 GB, 4/64 GB, and 4/256 GB configurations.
- Oppo A16s: Available in a 4/64 GB configuration.
- Oppo A54s: Available in 4/128 GB and 8/128 GB configurations.
Software
The smartphones were launched with ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11 and have been updated to ColorOS 12.1 based on Android 12.
Availability
The device was available in certain Southeast Asia and European countries. Also, the Oppo A16 was released in the Philippines on August 10, 2021 in Manila.[9] The 3GB + 32GB was also released on August 28, 2021.[7] Sales in India start on September 20, 2021, and are listed on Amazon.[10]
Reception
Trusted Reviewers critic Jon Mundy noticed slow battery charging. It takes 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach 0-50% and 3 hours to full charge.[11]
References
- ↑ "Oppo A16 - Full phone specifications". https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a16-11021.php.
- ↑ "Oppo A16s - Full phone specifications". https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a16s-11295.php.
- ↑ "Oppo A54s - Full phone specifications". https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a54s-11144.php.
- ↑ "Oppo A16 goes official with Helio G35 and 5,000 mAh battery" (in en-US). GSMArena.com. https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a16_specs_price_sale_date-news-50096.php.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Oppo A16s arrives with Helio G35, 6.52" screen, and 5,000 mAh battery" (in en-US). GSMArena.com. https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a16s_specs_price_sale_date-news-50519.php.
- ↑ "Oppo A54s launched with Helio G35, 5,000 mAh battery" (in en-US). GSMArena.com. https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a54s_launched_with_helio_g35_5000_mah_battery-news-51605.php.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "More affordable OPPO A16 to go on sale in PH Aug 28" (in en-US). 2021-08-20. https://www.revu.com.ph/2021/08/cheaper-oppo-a16-in-philippines-aug-28/.
- ↑ "Oppo A16 launched in Helio G35 SoC and 5000mAh battery in tow" (in en). 2021-07-18. https://www.gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/oppo-a16-launched-in-helio-g35-soc-and-5000mah-battery-in-tow.
- ↑ "Feature-Packed OPPO A16 4GB Now Officially Available in PH for Only PHP7,999 | OPPO Philippines" (in en-PH). https://www.oppo.com/ph/newsroom/press/oppo-a16-release/.
- ↑ "Oppo A16 gets listed on Amazon, sale starts September 20". The Times of India. 2021-09-17. ISSN 0971-8257. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/gadgets-news/oppo-a16-gets-listed-on-amazon-sale-starts-september-20/articleshow/86284604.cms.
- ↑ Mundy, Jon (2022-06-02). "Oppo A16s Review" (in en-GB). https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/oppo-a16s.
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