Oppo A79

Name: Oppo A79
Brand: Oppo

The Oppo A79 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6020 (7 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2023).

2023 · Mid-range · Android 13

Overall

Performance

B+

Display

Battery

Camera

Charging

Software

ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.

⚡ Quick Specs

Size6.72" · 165.6 x 76 x 8 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)

ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 6020 (7 nm)

RAM4GB | 8GB

Storage128GB | 256GB

Main Camera50 MP · LED flash

⚖️ Compare With

✓︎ Pros

✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day

✓6.72" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles

✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters

⊗ Cons

✗Entry-level Mediatek Dimensity 6020 (7 nm) — struggles with demanding apps

⚠️ Not ideal for

Mobile gamingHeavy multitasking

ℹ️ Overview

Status

Available

Announced

2023, October 27

⚙️ Performance

Chipset

Mediatek Dimensity 6020 (7 nm)

Mid-range — handles daily tasks well

CPU

Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU

Mali-G57 MC2

Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, ColorOS 15

RAM

4GB | 8GB

Fine for everyday apps

Storage

128GB | 256GB

Memory Card

microSDXC

💻 Display

Size

6.72"

Resolution

1080×2400

Sharpness

392 ppi

Sharp and comfortable to read

Panel

IPS LCD, 90Hz, 680 nits (peak)

IPS: accurate colours, good brightness

Protection

Panda glass

📷 Camera

Main Camera

50 MP

Good detail in daylight conditions

Main Video

1080p@30fps

Main Camera Features

LED flash, HDR, panorama

Selfie

8 MP

Selfie Video

1080p@30fps

Selfie Features

HDR

🔋 Battery

Capacity

5,000 mAh

Solid day-to-day battery life

Type

Li-Po 5000 mAh

Charging

33W wired, 51% in 30 min

📱 Design & Build

Weight

193g

Balanced size and weight

Dimensions

165.6 x 76 x 8 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)

SIM

Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Colors

Mystery Black, Glowing Green, Dazzling Purple

Sensors

Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

📶 Network

Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Speed

HSPA, LTE, 5G

2G Bands

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G Bands

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100

📡 Connectivity

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band

Bluetooth

5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD

NFC

GPS

GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS

USB

USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

🔊 Sound

3.5mm Jack

Yes

Loudspeaker

Yes, with stereo speakers

Radio

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Oppo A79 supports 5G connectivity.

No, the Oppo A79 does not have NFC.

No, the Oppo A79 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.

Yes, up to 33W (33W wired, 51% in 30 min).

Yes, the Oppo A79 supports microSDXC expandable storage.

The Oppo A79 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.

Yes, the Oppo A79 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Yes, the Oppo A79 has stereo speakers.

The Oppo A79 ships with Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, ColorOS 15.

The Oppo A79 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.

The Oppo A79 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band.

The Oppo A79 has 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD.

Oppo A79

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