OPPO has started pushing the Android 12-based ColorOS 12 stable builds for more smartphones. The latest devices to receive the latest software update are OPPO F19 Pro+ 5G, OPPO Reno6 Z 5G, and OPPO A73 5G. All three of them got access to beta releases in December alongside OPPO A74 5G, which had already bagged the stable update recently.

According to the official announcement posts on OPPO Community, the Android 12 stable update is now live for the following handsets in the mentioned regions.

OPPO F19 Pro+ 5G

• Required Firmware: A.09, A.10
• Firmware Version: C.14
• Region: India

OPPO Reno6 Z 5G

• Required Firmware: A.14
• Firmware Version: C.14
• Region: Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam UAE

OPPO A73 5G

• Required Firmware: C.06
• Firmware Version: F.14
• Region: Saudi Arabia

Users of the aforementioned handsets can head over to Settings > Software Update to check whether their unit has received the update. Since OTA system updates are usually rolled out in batches, the builds might take some to reach every user.

Also, it is worth noting that OPPO has kickstarted the rollout ahead of the schedule like always. These phones are supposed to get the update on January 18 and 20. Hence, we may see a wider availability from these dates.

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After flagships, OPPO has now started recruiting ColorOS 12 beta testers for its mid-rangers and budget models. The latest devices to join the beta program are OPPO A73 5G and OPPO A95 5G. Let’s take a look at how interested users can try OPPO’s version of Android 12 on these smartphones.

OPPO is scheduled to kickstart ColorOS 12 beta initiative for OPPO A73 5G in Saudi Arabia and OPPO A95 5G in China on December 15. However, just like the previous phones, the beta registrations for this duo have also been opened ahead of the said date.

For the OPPO A73 5G, the registrations will last until December 10. Whereas, the registration window is longer for the OPPO A95 5G as it will only close on December 15.

In order to participate in the beta program, users should be running the following mentioned firmware version.

• OPPO A73 5G – C.06
• OPPO A95 5G – A.09

If they are, then they will have to navigate to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Apply for Beta Version > Update Beta Version and follow on-screen instructions.

Selected applicants will start receiving the Android 12-based ColorOS 12 beta build via OTA within three days from the selection. If the participants don’t get selected, then they can try their luck during the next batches. In China, candidates also have an option to increase their chance of selection by filling a questionnaire.

As of now, there’s no official word on when these handsets will receive the ColorOS 12 stable update.

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OPPO has been rolling out Android 11-based ColorOS 11 builds for eligible smartphones since September 2020. The company has managed to deliver stable builds for a plethora of handsets. Right now, the firm is seeding out ColorOS 11 stable update for not one but five new devices.

At the beginning of every month, OPPO shares its update rollout plan for that month. Following the schedule for May, the Chinese smartphone maker had begun to roll out the stable update to certain phones last week.

Unfortunately, we were unable to cover the news stories for these handsets. Hence, in this article, we have listed all the OPPO smartphones that started receiving Android 11 stable update in the past few days.

The list below includes all the devices that have begun to receive ColorOS 11 stable update recently along with firmware version, required firmware version, and regions.

• OPPO A5 2020

  • Regions

    • India
    • Indonesia

  • Firmware Version

    • F.03

  • Required Firmware Version

    • C.75 / C.76

• OPPO A9 2020

  • Regions

    • India
    • Indonesia

  • Firmware Version

    • F.04

  • Required Firmware Version

    • C.75 / C.76

• OPPO A73 5G

  • Regions

    • Australia
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE

  • Firmware Version

    • C.03

  • Required Firmware Version

    • A.11 / A.13 / A.15

• OPPO A91

  • Regions

    • Indonesia

  • Firmware Version

    • F.11

  • Required Firmware Version

    • C.51 / C.53

• OPPO Reno Z

  • Regions

    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE

  • Firmware Version

    • F.02

  • Required Firmware Version

    • C.35

Users of the above-mentioned handsets can head over to Settings > Software Updates to check whether their unit has received the Android 11-based ColorOS 11 stable update. Since the builds are being rolled out in batches, they might take some time to reach every user.

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OPPO has been rolling out Android 11-based ColorOS 11 update to eligible devices since September. The latest smartphones to get beta builds are OPPO Reno Z and OPPO A73 5G. interested users of these handsets can enroll themselves for the beta program to experience the new version of OPPO’s mobile operating system.

A few days back. OPPO announced the ColorOS 11 update rollout plan for April 2021. According to the timeline, the OPPO Reno Z and the OPPO A73 5G were supposed to get ColorOS 11 Beta on April 13 and April 14 respectively.

However, the company had started recruiting testers ahead of the schedule on April 12. As per the official announcement posts on ColorOS Community, the registrations for the first batch will remain open till April 19.

As far as eligibility is concerned, interested users need to be running firmware version C.35 on OPPO Reno Z and A.13/A.15 on OPPO A73 5G. Also, the beta program is only live in Saudi Arabia and UAE for the former phone. Whereas, the initiative is also available in Australia for the latter handset, in addition to Saudi Arabia and UAE.

That said, in order to register, users will have to navigate to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Apply for Beta Version > Update Beta Version and follow the on-screen instructions.

The OPPO Reno Z debuted with ColorOS 6.x based on Android 9.0 Pie. It was later updated to Android 10 (ColorOS 7.x) last year. Hence, ColorOS 11 (Android 11) should be the last major update for this phone.

On the other hand, the OPO A73 5G launched with Android 10-based ColorOS 7.2. The latest ColorOS 11 is its first major update. Therefore, it may receive ColorOS 12 (Android 12), as per OPPO’s update track record.

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Do you need a phone supporting the 5G connectivity but you have a very limited budget? At the moment, you have a very high amount of choices, especially if you are from China. That is why we decided to publish a comparison between the latest affordable 5G phones. In this comparison, you will see three phones available in Asia, two of which already hitten the shelves in Europe as well. We are talking about Realme 7 5G and OPPO A73 5G, both available worldwide. Given its high value for money, we also included the Redmi Note 9 5G which is only sold in the Chinese market for now, but it will surely debut in other regions soon.

Realme 7 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G vs OPPO A73 5G

Design

With Realme 7 5G, Redmi Note 9 5G, and OPPO A73 5G you do not get premium designs, unfortunately. All the phones are built with a plastic body, so you do not get premium materials. If you want the best build quality, then you should go for the Redmi Note 9 5G which boasts the Gorilla Glass 5 protection for the front panel and it has a water-repellent coating. If you want the best look, then I believe you should opt for the Realme 7 5G as it comes in more attractive color variants. If you need the most compact phone, then choose the OPPO A73 5G which is actually thinner and lighter.

Display

You should definitely discard the Redmi Note 9 5G if you want the most advanced display. Unlike its two rivals, the IPS panel of the Redmi Note 9 5G has a standard refresh rate. With the Realme 7 5G, you can get a 120 Hz refresh rate, while the OPPO A73 5G has a 90 Hz refresh rate. The refresh rate is the most important difference between these displays, that is why Realme 7 5G wins the comparison. Each of these devices features a 6.5-inch diagonal and a Full HD+ resolution with 1080 x 2400 pixels.

Hardware/Software

Do you need the most powerful hardware department? Then go for the Redmi Note 9 5G without thinking twice. It is fueled by the Dimensity 800U chipset by MediaTek, it offers up to 8 GB of RAM and UFS 2.2 internal storage up to 256 GB. Realme 7 5G has exactly the same chipset and the same amount of RAM, but the internal storage is UFS 2.1. The OPPO A73 5G is available in the 8/128 GB configuration only, but unfortunately, it has a weaker Dimensity 700 chipset. OPPO A73 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G, and Realme 7 5G are all based on Android 10.

Camera

The most advanced camera phone of this trio is the Realme 7 5G: on the rear side, it has a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a pair of 2 MP sensors for macros and depth calculation. You get the same department with the Redmi Note 9 5G with the exception of the depth sensor. The OPPO A73 5G is a bit disappointing because it has a 16 MP main sensor instead of the better 48 MP one found on the Realme 7 5G and the Redmi Note 9 5G. The best front camera belongs to the Realme 7 5G boasting a 16 MP sensor.

Battery

Realme 7 5G and Redmi Note 9 5G have the same 5000 mAh battery capacity, but the Redmi Note 9 5G provides a longer battery life because its display has a standard refresh rate. Naturally, you could achieve a similar result by using 60 Hz on the Realme 7 5G. Further, the Realme 7 5G has a faster charging technology with 30W power. The OPPO has a smaller 4040 mAh battery and it can not compete with its opponents.

Price

Realme 7 5G is priced €279/$343 globally, OPPO A73 5G has a €300/$369 listing price, Note 9 5G is still not available in the global market and it carries a €192/$236 price tag in China. The winner of this comparison is the Realme 7 5G due to its 120 Hz refresh rate and great cameras.

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Realme 7 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G vs OPPO A73 5G: PRO and CONS

Realme 7 5G

PROS

• 120 Hz display
• 30W fast charging
• More cameras
• Worldwide availability

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G

PROS

• Stereo speakers
• Up to 256 GB storage
• Water-repellent
• IR blaster

CONS

• Limited availability

OPPO A73 5G

PROS

• Worldwide availability
• 90 Hz display
• Lightweight design
• Thin

CONS

• Inferior cameras

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Do you need a phone supporting 5G connectivity sold at the most affordable price? Then you should have a look at Realme 7 5G, OPPO A73 5G, and Motorola Moto G 5G. THanks to their midrange chipsets, they are actually available at very good street prices and you can get them for less than €300 or €250 in the global market. But which one is the best affordable 5G phone in the lowest price range between these three devices? This comparison will help you find out by highlighting the main difference between their specifications.

Realme 7 5G vs OPPO A73 5G vs Motorola Moto G 5G

Design

When it comes to affordable phones, the look is never a priority. These devices are all built with plastic materials, their designs are good but not amazing. What really makes the difference to me is dimensions. The OPPO A73 5G has a more compact body, a thinner design and it is even lighter than its rivals. That is why I would pick the OPPO A73 5G if you would ask me to pick the handset with the best aesthetics. I do not like the Moto G 5G with its rear-mounted fingerprint reader; the Realme 7 5G is the most elegant if we only consider the look.

Display

I appreciate a lot the display of the Realme 7 5G because it provides a very high 120 Hz refresh rate. It is very rare to find a 120 Hz display among very affordable phones. On the other hand, the Motorola Moto G 5G offers a very good image quality with its LTPS panel supporting the HDR10 certification. Even finding an HDR display on affordable phones is very rare. If you want a smoother viewing experience, then go for the Realme 7 5G, otherwise you should choose the Motorola Moto G 5G.

Hardware/Software

The Snapdragon 750G found on the Moto G 5G is a slightly better processor than the MediaTek Dimensity 800U found on the Realme 7 5G. However, in order to get similar performance to the Realme 7 5G, you should go for the most expensive variant of the Motorola Moto G 5G featuring 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, because the base variant is just 4/64 GB. With the Realme 7 5G you get min 6/128 GB and up to 8 GB of RAM. The OPPO A73 5G is inferior to both with its Dimensity 720.

Camera

The most complete camera department belongs to the Realme 7 5G featuring a 48 MP quad camera including an ultrawide sensor and a pair of 2 MP sensors for macro and depth calculation. But despite it has just three sensors, in various scenarios the Moto G 5G may shoot better photos thanks to its brighter focal aperture. Unfortunately, the OPPO A73 5G is not a great device as a camera phone. You get a below-average 16 MP triple camera.

Battery

Both Realme 7 5G and Moto G 5G offer a big 5000 mAh battery, but the Moto G 5G should last more in most of the scenarios because it lacks a high refresh rate. On the other hand, the Realme 7 5G charges faster thanks to its 30W fast charging technology which is able to charge the handset from 0 to 50 percent in just 26 minutes (100 percent in 65 minutes). The OPPO A73 5G is thinner and more compact, but it has a smaller 4040 mAh battery which can not compete with Realme 7 5G and Motorola Moto G 5G.

Price

If you want a unit of the OPPO A73 5G or the Moto G 5G, you need €300/$355 (listing price). The Realme 7 5G starts from €279 but it is available for €229/$270 for a few days thanks to the launch promo. If you find it for €229, go for the Realme 7 5G without thinking twice. Otherwise, Moto G 5G may be a slightly better handset for your needs.

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Realme 7 5G vs OPPO A73 5G vs Motorola Moto G 5G: PRO and CONS

Realme 7 5G

PROS

• 120 Hz display
• 30W fast charging
• Best cameras
• Very affordable

CONS

• Nothing particular

OPPO A73 5G

PROS

• Thinner
• Lightweight
• Compact

CONS

• Smaller battery

Motorola Moto G 5G

PROS

• Great chipset
• HDR display
• Great battery life
• FM radio

CONS

• Standard refresh rate

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Earlier this week, OPPO silently launched the A73 which happens to be a rebadged OPPO F17. The F17 was equally launched in India last month. A 5G variant of the OPPO A73 has been spotted online, an indication that the company may soon release the 5G variant.

The specs, price and images of the device have appeared online, thanks to Twitter tipster @Sudanshu1414. It is noteworthy that the A73 5G features a different design from the non-5G variant. Also, the internal components have a few differences.

First, the OPPO A73 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset while this 5G variant is listed as packing a MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset. The display size is also different as this rumoured 5G variant features a 6.5-inch FullHD+ LCD screen with a waterdrop notch at the top. Surprisingly, the non-5G version packs 6.44-inch FullHD+ AMOLED screen. However, the A73 5G’s display has a 90Hz refresh rate and a hole punch situated at the upper-left corner which houses an 8MP selfie shooter as against 16MP on the A73.

OPPO A73 5G press renders and specs for Europe
-Neon and Black colors
-Will cost €299 pic.twitter.com/dPJEB7hC1m

— Sudhanshu (@Sudhanshu1414) October 8, 2020

At the rear aspect, the phone sports a triple camera setup as opposed to four sensors on the 4G version. As a sensor is removed, the LED flash is moved inside the camera module. Under the hood, the A73 5G packs a 4,040 mAh with support for 18W fast charge. It really doesn’t make sense to reduce the charging speed on the 5G version from 30W to 18W.

Other leaked specs of the A73 5G include ColorOS 7.2 based on Android 10, 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. There is also a side-mounted fingerprint reader, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB-C port, and NFC.

As for the expected price, the OPPO A73 5G is expected to retail for €299 ($350) in Europe. Buyers will have the opportunity to choose from two colour options – Neon and Black.

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