Oppo has launched a new budget smartphone in China dubbed Oppo A97 5G. Some of the details of this phone were already out last week via teasers and leaks. Let’s check what all it offers along with its pricing and availability.

Oppo A97 5G Specifications

The Oppo A97 5G sports a flat-frame design. Its rear panel has a rectangular island housing two circles for cameras. The device measures 163.8 × 75.1 × 7.99mm in dimensions and weighs 188g.

The phone flaunts a 6.56-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a dewdrop notch. The display is paired with dual stereo speakers with support for Dirac.

The handset is powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 810 chipset coupled with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. It boots ColorOS 12 based on Android 12.

It features a 48MP + 2MP dual-camera system on the rear. Whereas, on the front, there’s an 8MP shooter.

Connectivity options on the smartphone include a dual-SIM card slot, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth, and GNSS. In addition to a USB Type-C port, there’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Finally, the device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

Oppo A97 5G Price and Availability

The Oppo A97 5G arrives in a single 12GB + 256GB memory configuration in China priced at ￥1,999 ($298). It can be availed in either black or blue color options.

The handset is available for pre-order starting today (July 11) and will go on sale from 10 AM CST on July 15.

At the moment, it’s not known whether this smartphone will be made available in international markets.

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Earlier this week, we got our first glimpse at the upcoming Oppo A97 5G smartphone via a China Telecom listing. Now, new renders have appeared online showcasing the device from multiple angles and also hinting at the color options.

The images are shared by reliable tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks) and reveal that the smartphone will be available in three color options – Blue, Black, and Pink. The device will have a flat back, flat edges, and a large camera module.

OPPO A97 5G renders

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The right side of the device has a power button with the fingerprint sensor built-in and the left side features the volume rocker. There’s a headphone jack at the bottom next to the USB-C port and speaker.

Oppo A97 5G specs & features

According to the China Telecom listing, the A97 5g will feature a 6.56-inch notched display that has  Full HD+ resolution.

For optics, the smartphone will feature a dual-camera setup on the back consisting of a 48-megapixel primary sensor paired with a 2-megapixel secondary camera. Up front, the device will bring an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

It will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery and will be offered in 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB variants. The chipset of the device is still under wraps. Lastly, the device is expected to be priced at 2,299 Yuan ($343 approx) for the 12GB RAM model.

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Oppo is planning on launching a new A series budget smartphone in the Chinese market soon. The new device in question is the A97 5G model, which had its design revealed through a listing spotted on China Telecom.

As the name suggests, the Oppo A97 5G is the successor to the A96 model that was released in China earlier this year. Looking at the China Telecom listing, the A97 5G will feature a dual camera setup on the rear. The image reveals that the rear panel has a matte layer, while the region around the camera module has a glossy finish. The primary sensor on this handset is a 48 megapixel sensor, while the secondary sensor is a 2 megapixel shooter.

Meanwhile, the front is set to house an 8 megapixel selfie camera. The leaked image also shows that the device has a flat frame. This model also sports a USB Type C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack. On the front, the handset has a 6.56 inch display that has a FHD+ resolution. Under the hood, a large 5,000mAh battery pack powers the device, which weighs around 190 grams.

From what we know so far, the Oppo A97 5G will launch in two storage configurations, including a 8GB + 128GB and a 12GB + 256GB variant. The device will also be available in multiple color options, namely quiet night black, deep sea blue and cherry blossom variants. The listing also revealed that the 12GB RAM model will be priced at 2,299 Yuan (roughly 343 US Dollars).

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