Oppo A38

Description

1. General Overview:

Brand: Oppo — Oppo is a global smartphone manufacturer known for offering a range of devices from budget to flagship, with good build quality, user-friendly software (ColorOS), dependable cameras, and strong battery life. Oppo focuses on balancing everyday performance with practical features for consumers.

Model Name: Oppo A38
Model Number: CPH2579
Year Model / Launch: Launched in September 2023 (global launch followed by availability in India and other markets).
Operating System: Android 13 with ColorOS 13.x skin (upgradeable per region).
Form Factor: Touchscreen smartphone.
Dimensions: ~163.74 × 75.03 × 8.16 mm
Weight: ~190 g.
Colours Available: Glowing Black, Glowing Gold.

2. Display:

Display Type: IPS LCD screen (Sunlight Display).
Screen Size: 6.56 inches diagonal.
Resolution: HD+ 1612 × 720 pixels.
Pixel Density (Sharpness): ~269 ppi (pixels per inch).
Refresh Rate: Up to 90 Hz (adaptive with 90/60 Hz).
Touch Sampling Rate: 90 Hz.
Brightness: Up to ~720 nits peak for outdoor visibility.
Colour Support: Vivid mode 100 % DCI-P3, Gentle mode 100 % sRGB.

3. Processor and Performance:

Chipset (SoC): MediaTek Helio G85 — an octa-core chipset built on a 12 nm process.
CPU Configuration: 2× Cortex-A75 @ 2.0 GHz + 6× Cortex-A55 @ 1.8 GHz.
GPU: Mali-G52 MC2 graphics.

Approximate AnTuTu Benchmark Score: Around ~225,000 – 265,000 (AnTuTu v10/AnTuTu & benchmark rankings).

Note: Budget phones like this typically score moderately — enough for smooth daily tasks and light gaming but not for heavy 3D games.

RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4X (with software “extended RAM” up to ~8 GB dependent on region).
Internal Storage: 128 GB eMMC 5.1.
USB OTG Support: Supported for external accessories.

4. Memory Card and Expandable Storage:

Expandable Storage (via microSD): Supported — the phone has a dedicated microSD card slot to expand storage.
Maximum Supported microSD Card Size: Up to 1 TB (industry standard for this model).

📌 Memory Card Support Status: Memory Card Support
This means you can increase available storage for photos, videos, and files using a microSD card.

5. Camera System:
Rear Camera:

Main Rear Camera: 50 MP wide-angle sensor with f/1.8 aperture, autofocus (PDAF).
Secondary Camera: 2 MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture.
Rear Flash: LED flash.

Front Camera:
Selfie Camera: 5 MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture.

Camera Features:

• Auto Focus on main camera.
• Portrait Mode and Bokeh effects.
• HDR, Night Mode, Panorama.
• Time-lapse and other basic photo modes.
• Video Recording up to 1080p @ 30 fps on both rear and front cameras.
Sensor Brands: Oppo does not officially disclose the exact image sensor manufacturer for this model (commonly factory-sourced sensors).

6. Battery and Charging:

Battery Capacity: 5000 mAh (typical).
Fast Charging: 33 W SUPERVOOC™ fast charging via USB Type-C.
Charging Time: Advertised ~50 % in ~30 min.

7. Connectivity:

SIM Type: Dual Nano-SIM (dual standby).
Network Support: 4G LTE with dual-SIM support (no 5G).
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac).
Bluetooth: Version 5.3 with aptX/LE support.
GPS: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS.
NFC: Supported (varies by region).
Headphone Jack: Yes, 3.5 mm audio.

8. Biometrics & Sensors:

Fingerprint Sensor: Side-mounted physical scanner.
Face Unlock: Supported via front camera.
Sensors: Ambient light, proximity, accelerometer, compass, pedometer, optical sensor.

9. Build and Durability:

Body Design: Premium textured finish with Oppo Glow design (mid-range A Series style).
Resistance Rating: IP54 splash and dust resistance for everyday moisture protection.