This archive report was first published on 3 December 2019.
Published on December 3, 2019, Oppo A9 2020 is a midrange smartphone that promises to deliver on all fronts. With a Snapdragon 665 processor and 8GB RAM, it's a gaming enthusiast's dream come true.
The Oppo A9 2020 boasts a quad-camera setup at the back, featuring a 48MP main shooter, an 8MP wide-angle lens, and two 2MP lenses for portrait effects. Upfront, it has a 16MP lens cut-out from the screen in the teardrop design.
Hands-on, the camera app is equipped with interesting features like night mode, which enables the device to shoot great-looking photos under low-light conditions. Portraits look great, and the sharpness from the 48MP lens is commendable.
However, the Oppo A9 2020 has a few drawbacks. The LCD screen has a resolution of 1600 by 720 pixels, which is quite low, especially at its price point. The main chassis is made of plastic, not metallic like most devices in its price range.
The Oppo A9 2020 runs on ColorOS 6, based on Google's Android 9.0. It offers features like Game Boost, a smart assistant, and a System Smart Management that intelligently stops applications barely used to get the best out of the battery.
Sound quality is one of the best I have experienced out of a smartphone. It comes equipped with Dolby Atmos and dual stereo speakers, delivering a rich audio ambiance, much like its expensive brother, the Oppo Reno.
Power is delivered by a 5000 mAh battery, which is more than enough, even for the heavy user. It can charge your other devices through a reverse charging feature, making it a 'powerbank'.
Here are the pros and cons of the Oppo A9 2020 in summary:
- Great design
- Premium feel
- Good performance
- Big internal storage & RAM
- Impressive camera performance for both video & photos
- Huge battery
- Superb sound quality
- Low screen resolution
- Plastic body prone to fingerprint smudges
The Oppo A9 2020 currently retails at Sh29,999 in Kenya.
