Overview

The OPPO A98 5G is a mid-range Android smartphone that offers a balance of performance, camera capabilities, and battery life. It features a large IPS LCD display, a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, and a versatile camera system.

Display

  • Display Size: 6.72 inches
  • Display Type: IPS LCD
  • Display Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~392 ppi)
  • Other Display Features: 120Hz refresh rate, 550 nits (typ), 680 nits (HBM)

Design and Build

  • Dimensions: 165.6 x 76.1 x 8.2 mm
  • Weight: 192 g (6.77 oz)
  • Build Materials: Plastic
  • Water and Dust Resistance: Not specified
  • Other Design Features: Bezel-less design, notch for front camera

Processor and Performance

  • Chipset: Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
  • GPU: Adreno 619
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Other Performance Features: Not specified

Camera

Rear Camera

  • Main Camera: 64MP, f/1.7, FOV 79°
  • Secondary Camera: 2MP microscope lens, 2MP depth sensor
  • Camera Features: Not specified

Front Camera

  • Front Camera: 32MP, wide-angle
  • Front Camera Features: Not specified

Battery and Charging

  • Battery Capacity: 5000mAh/19.45Wh (typical), 4880mAh/18.98Wh (rated)
  • Charging: 67W SUPERVOOC, VOOC, and PD (9V/2A)

Connectivity and Other Features

  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, USB Type-C
  • Biometrics: Fingerprint (side-mounted), facial recognition
  • Other Features: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, USB On-The-Go

Software

  • Operating System: Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14

Pricing and Availability

  • Price: Starting at around $44,000 KES (Kenyan Shillings) for the 8GB + 256GB model
  • Storage Options: 8GB + 256GB
  • Color Options: Cool Black, Dreamy Blue
  • Availability: Released on May 19, 2023