Oppo A38 Full-feature Breakdown with Renders, Pricing, and Expected Launch Timeline

Oppo is on the brink of introducing its latest entry-level offering, the Oppo A38, to the global market. Having already secured certifications from TDRA, SIRIM, NBTC, and GCF, the device is poised for imminent release next month. Appuals, a reliable source, has divulged essential insights into the smartphone's specifications, appearance, and pricing.

The Oppo A38 boasts a substantial 6.56-inch display, offering a resolution of 1612×720 pixels. The device sets itself apart with a fluid 90Hz refresh rate, rendering HD+ visuals with a palette of 16.7 million colors. Fueling the A38 is the formidable MediaTek Helio G80 processor with 4GB of RAM and a spacious 128GB of internal storage. 

Operating on Android 13, overlaid with Oppo's distinct ColorOS 13 skin, the handset ensures a smooth and customized user experience. Shutterbugs will appreciate its 50MP primary rear camera, featuring an f/1.8 aperture, and the secondary 2MP rear camera with an f/2.4 aperture. For selfies and video calls, the A38 offers a 5MP front-facing camera.

An enduring 5000mAh battery keeps the latest Oppo budget mobile operational and conveniently charged via a USB-C adapter. Designed with a durable plastic chassis, the A38 touts an IP54 rating against dust and water particles. Security is streamlined with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, complementing its dual Nano-SIM card slots and microSD card slot.

Traditionalists will be pleased to find the retained 3.5mm headphone jack. Connectivity on the A38 includes Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and Wi-Fi 5, while its location services include QZSS, AGPS, GLONASS, GPS, Beidou, and Galileo. Anticipated to debut at EUR 159 (~PKR 52,000) in Europe, the Oppo A38 will come in two elegant color variants: Black and Gold.