OPPO recently released its latest A series smartphones, the OPPO A3 and OPPO A3x,in Nigeria. Designed for all-round, everyday endurance and durability, the new series features a damage-proof body with 360° drop-proof body and Multiple Liquid Resistance, plus a long-lasting 5,100mAh large battery and 45W SUPERVOOCTM Flash Charge that together ensure the optimal user experience for both work and play for up to four years. With additional features like a 1,000 nits Ultra Bright Display, Ultra Volume Mode, the Snapdragon® 6s 4G Gen1 mobile platform, and ample memory and storage, the new OPPO A3 and OPPO A3x also elevate entertainment experiences across everything from extreme gaming to video streaming.
Practical and durable design for all-round reliability
Built to ensure the highest standard of day-to-day reliability, the OPPO A3 and OPPO A3x feature reinforced bodies composed of a suite of advanced materials, including double tempered glass to protect the phone against everyday drops and impacts. In recognition of their excellent durability, both the A3 and A3x have received MIL-STD 810H Certification for Military-Grade Shock Resistance, as well as SGS Standard Certification, making them among the toughest smartphones in the budget-friendly segment.
Further to this, the two models are IP54 rated for water and dust resistance, guaranteeing protection from common spills such as coffee, milk tea, soup, and porridge. Plus, with Splash Touch feature, touch accuracy and responsiveness are improved when the screen is wet, allowing users to continue operating the phones
when outside in light rain, after getting out of the swimming pool, or in many other everyday situations with wet hands.
More than just reliable, the OPPO A3 and OPPO A3x also boast a sleek and trendy design that sets them apart from the crowd. Measuring just 7.68 mm in thickness and weighing approximately 186 g, the phones’ right-angled frame and 2D flat-back cover provide a smooth texture and feel, while the rounded rectangle camera module design further adds a premium flagship vibe.
The OPPO A3 is available in three color finishes – Starlight White, Sparkle Black, and Starry Purple – while the OPPO A3x comes in the chic Nebula Red and Ocean Blue. Both the Sparkle Black and Nebula Red models have been crafted with the OPPO Glow process, giving them a stunning shimmering appearance while helping to keep them free from fingerprints and dirt. All other models have been fashioned with a glossy panel that features glittery details on the Starlight White and Starry Purple models, and a special rolling wave texture on the Ocean Blue model.
Longer battery life and more efficient charging
The new OPPO A3 and OPPO A3x both come equipped with a large 5,100mAh battery that offers extended battery life for everyday work and play. What’s more, the battery is built to run at over 80% of its original capacity after as many as 1,600 charge cycles, ensuring over four years of optimal battery condition for the average use.
The availability of 45W SUPERVOOCTM Flash Charge on both models brings improved charging efficiency, with the ability to recharge the battery to 50% in 30 minutes and 100% in 75 minutes. Through Smart Charging, the battery is also automatically charged according to each user’s specific charging habits, providing a smarter and safer charging experience that prolongs the battery lifespan.
Optimal hardware and entertainment features ensure exceptional gaming experiences
Powered by the Snapdragon® 6s 4G Gen1 Mobile Platform, the OPPO A3 and OPPO A3x deliver efficient performance with lower power consumption. With 4GB/6GB/8GB memory and 64GB/128GB/256GB storage options, the phones ensure a smooth and responsive experience at all times, whether playing games or streaming online videos.
On top of this, OPPO’s RAM Expansion technology can double the available RAM by up to an additional 8GB, providing an extra layer of smoothness when needed. Meanwhile, ColorOS 14’s Trinity Engine further turbocharges efficiency by precisely scheduling computing resources through advanced computing power models.
Thanks to these two innovations, the 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM editions of the OPPO A3 and A3x have passed OPPO’s 36-Month Fluency Protection test, and the 8GB RAM + 128GB/256GB ROM edition of the OPPO A3 has passed OPPO’s 50-Month Fluency Protection test, guaranteeing long-term smoothness across a variety of scenarios for several years.
In addition to their advanced hardware, the OPPO A3 and OPPO A3x both offer high-performance entertainment features designed to bring users even more exceptional gaming experiences. A 6.67-inch LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate ensures smoother viewing experiences at all times on both models, while automatic light detection allows the screen to be adjusted to a peak brightness of 1,000 nits in sunny environments, guaranteeing all kinds of content continues to look crisp and clear even when using the phone outside.
Boosting overall entertainment through enhanced audio on both the A3 and A3x is OPPO’s Ultra Volume Mode. With the ability to increase the volume of the phone’s speaker to as much as 300%, Ultra Volume Mode makes sure all audio – from phone calls to music – ring through loud and clear, even in busy or noisy environments.
For content creation, the 50MP Ultra-Clear Camera and 5MP Selfie Camera, plus functional camera features like AI Portrait Retouching, Dual-view Video, and Third-Party Video Retouching enable users to capture natural-looking images and videos while unlocking extra creativity, making the OPPO A3 a trusted companion for recording every important moment in life.
Pricing and Availability
The OPPO A3 is available in Starlight White, Sparkle Black and Starry Purple. The 6GB/8GB RAM + 128GB/256GB ROM models is priced around approximately 240,000 to 250,000 and 270,000 to 290,000 respectively.
The OPPO A3x is available in Nebula Red and Ocean Blue from. The 4GB/6GB RAM + 64GB/128GB ROM models is priced at around 180,000 to 190,000 approximately.
