Oppo A78 5G review
This phone is built for light users and first-time buyers who value a spacious screen and reliable battery over speed and camera quality, especially in regions with 5G coverage. Anyone who games, edits, or expects the phone to keep up over years of use should look elsewhere.
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Overview
The Oppo A78 5G is a soft-spec budget phone that leans on a large 6.56" display and hefty 5000 mAh battery to appeal to light users in regions with 5G coverage. For the money, it gets the basics right—smooth scrolling, all-day runtime, and sensible durability—but the low-res screen and entry-level chipset mean it's a comfort phone, not a capable one.
Verdict
This phone is built for light users and first-time buyers who value a spacious screen and reliable battery over speed and camera quality, especially in regions with 5G coverage. Anyone who games, edits, or expects the phone to keep up over years of use should look elsewhere.
- 5000 mAh battery lasts a full day with light use and takes the stress out of daily charging
- 90Hz display makes scrolling and navigating feel noticeably snappier than a 60Hz screen at this price
- 5G support across many bands, useful in areas with good coverage but does not change real-world speed vs 4G for most users
- IP54 water resistance and Panda glass are solid durability basics for the price
- 269 ppi means text and fine details look soft; reading in bright sunlight or at close range shows the resolution shortcut
- Dimensity 700 is entry-level and will lag or struggle with any demanding game or heavy multitasking
- SuperVOOC charging spec is listed but wattage is unspecified—actual charge time cannot be estimated and speed is unclear for a 5000 mAh battery
Oppo A78 5G Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2023, January 07 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio), IPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide) |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | SuperVOOC |
| Software | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 |
| Dimensions | 163.8 x 75.1 x 8 mm (6.45 x 2.96 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
| Durability | IP54 dust protected and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Oppo A78 5G FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the A78 5G support 5G?
Yes. The A78 5G supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the A78 5G use?
The A78 5G runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm).
What display does the A78 5G have?
A 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) IPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM), 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density).
How big is the A78 5G battery?
The A78 5G has a 5000 mAh battery. Charging is rated at SuperVOOC.
Does the A78 5G have NFC?
Yes, the A78 5G has NFC.
Is the A78 5G water resistant?
The A78 5G carries a IP54 dust protected and water resistant (water splashes) rating.
Does the A78 5G support a microSD card?
Yes, the A78 5G supports expandable storage (microSDXC).
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