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Oppo A16 (2021) review

Android OS v11.0
Mediatek Helio G35 MT6765V
PowerVR GE8320
3 GB / 32 GB
6.52 inches (720 x 1600 px)
13 + 2 + 2 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus

Oppo announced the launch of the A16 smartphone in 2021. The manufacturer is offering the Oppo A16 phone with 6.52 inches display, Mediatek Helio G35 MT6765V chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage.

The Oppo A16 comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, and a Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6.52 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (720 x 1600 px).

Oppo A16 specifications

BrandOppo
NameA16
ModelCPH2269
Release date2021

Body

The weight of Oppo A16 is about 6.7 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Oppo phone are average (6.45 x 2.98 x 0.33 inches).

Weight6.7 oz
Dimensions6.45 x 2.98 x 0.33 inches
Colorsblack, blue, silver
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The Oppo A16 comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v11.0
SoCMediatek Helio G35 MT6765V
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 2.3 GHz Cortex-A53, Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320

Display

The size of A16 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 6.52 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 6.52 inches IPS display of Oppo A16 with 720 x 1600 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeIPS
Screen size6.52 inches
Resolution720 x 1600 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of Oppo A16 (3 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (32 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM3 GB
Internal storage32 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the A16 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.

Selfie camera8 MP
Main camera13 + 2 + 2 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus
FlashLED

Connectivity

The Oppo A16 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The A16 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv5.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, GALILEO
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of A16 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The A16 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Oppo phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The A16 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of Oppo A16 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, fingerprint, light, proximity
SpecialsColorOS, Dual SIM, Fast charging

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Oppo A16, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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Oppo A16 / CPH2269

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