OPPO A96 brings a number of significant upgrades compared to its predecessor, OPPO A95. The smartphone, which was released in early April, inherits the features that previously only existed in the OPPO Reno Series.
OPPO A96 is OPPO's strong ammunition to lead the middle-class mobile segment. This smartphone tempts consumers with the permissibility of its features, but is priced at a relatively affordable price.
OPPO A96 is powered by a Snapdragon 680 processor supported by 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of ROM with support for expansion of up to 1 TB. The Snapdragon chipset which has a 6 nm fabrication and runs at 2.40 GHz promises responsive performance and has good power efficiency.
The performance of the OPPO A96 chipset is recorded to be much better than the OPPO A95 runway. The test results using the GeekBench application, obtained single-core and multi-core scores of 383 and 1658, respectively, an increase from the score of the previous series processors which scored 311 single-core and 1267 multi-core. The GPU capability has also improved based on test results using the 3DMark Sling Shot benchmark application, the scores are 2054 and 2084 for the Sling Shot and Sling Shot Unlimited test modes.
Big Screen with Compact Body
The OPPO A96 has larger dimensions than the previous A series, which is 164.4 mm high, 75.7 mm wide, and 8.4 mm thick. Its weight is calculated in the range of 191 grams. However, OPPO applies the 3D Slim Body design so that this latest product has a slim look, and is comfortable to hold.
The screen that is carried is also quite spacious, spanning 6.59 inches and has an FHD 1080 x 2412 resolution. OPPO uses thin bezels on the right and left of the screen so that the screen-to-body ratio reaches 90.8%. The refresh rate is increased to 90 Hz, and the touch sampling rate is 180 Hz.
Even though it still uses an LTPS-LCD panel, the OPPO A96 screen display is fairly bright and sharp. This is thanks to the 96% NTSC color standard and the color mode that OPPO applies (Vivid mode).
The next part that is quite interesting from the A96 is the back cover. Not because this series only carries OPPO Glow technology on the back cover, but this variant has quite good resistance, behind its eye-catching design.
OPPO proved the toughness of the OPPO A96 by conducting a series of tests until the device passed the OPPO Enduring Quality test. The tests carried out include the IPX4 test, friction, button resistance, to the strength of the port when plugged in and out using the connector. Reflecting on the test results, OPPO A96 owners can use this phone for a long service life.
Superior Capable Camera
As mentioned earlier, the OPPO A96 inherits a number of features of the OPPO Reno Series. This phone has a 50 MP main camera and a 2 MP bokeh camera and already has the Bokeh Flare Portrait feature developed in the Reno series.
Bokeh Flare Portrait is a feature that can make photos with a bokeh background appearance. When used at night, this artificial intelligence-enabled feature can make the background more dramatic. The light sources in the background will be rounded with a soft bokeh effect. While the subject in front looks neatly separated with the background looking bright and sharp.
Another sector that also attracts the OPPO A96 is multimedia. In addition to carrying a large screen with a sharp visual display, OPPO A96 is equipped with dual speakers. Making this device the first A series to carry two speakers.
When playing multimedia content, the speakers are active in stereo. Besides being able to produce loud sound, OPPO also embeds Dirac HD audio technology. This technology is responsible for more precise sound output and can optimize various audio systems to get excellent sound quality.
OPPO A96 also has 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging technology, as well as the Super Power Saving feature that can extend the life of the cellphone when the battery remains 5%, for example using WhatsApp or SMS for 58 minutes, 30 minutes using Google Maps, or 1 hour 43 to make calls, too. Optimized Night Charging which intelligently controls the charging process at night to avoid overcharge.
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