OPPO has officially launched the A5 Pro 5G in the Philippines, offering a durable and feature-packed mid-range smartphone at competitive pricing. The phone is now available nationwide through online and physical stores.
Why it Matters: The OPPO A5 Pro stands out with its IP69 rating for water and dust resistance, military-grade shock resistance, and a large 5,800mAh battery. It’s designed for users who need a tough yet functional smartphone without compromising on modern features.
Specifications
- Display: 6.72-inch LCD, 120Hz, 1000 nits peak brightness
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300
- RAM: 8GB (with expansion)
- Storage: Up to 256GB
- Rear Cameras: 50MP (main) + 2MP (portrait)
- Selfie Camera: 8MP
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
- Other Features: IP69 rating, Military-grade shock resistance
- OS: ColorOS 15 Lite (Android 15)
- Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 5,800mAh, 45W SUPERVOOC
- Colors: Mocha Brown, Olive Green, Flower Pink
The OPPO A5 Pro features a 6.72-inch LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals and responsive touch performance. The 1000-nit peak brightness ensures good visibility even under direct sunlight, and the Splash Touch feature allows the screen to work even when wet.
Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, the OPPO A5 Pro comes with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. OPPO’s RAM Expansion feature adds an additional 8GB of virtual RAM for better multitasking. ColorOS 15 Lite, based on Android 15, offers a clean and customizable user experience.
The OPPO A5 Pro camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor, a 2MP portrait lens, and an 8MP front camera. AI enhancements improve skin tones and background separation, while features like Dual-View Video and Livephoto add creative options. While the cameras perform well in daylight, low-light shots show some noise and reduced sharpness.
The OPPO A5 Pro is backed by a 5,800mAh battery, supporting up to 16.1 hours of YouTube playback and over 35 hours of screen-off calling. The 45W SUPERVOOC charger powers the device from 0 to 100% in around 83 minutes. OPPO’s battery technology ensures over 80% capacity retention after 1,600 charge cycles.
The phone also includes AI LinkBoost 2.0 for better signal reception and BeaconLink for Bluetooth calls even without a mobile signal. Dual stereo speakers with Ultra Volume Mode boost sound output on the OPPO A5 Pro up to 300%, making it suitable for noisy environments.
Pricing and Availability
The OPPO A5 Pro 5G comes in two variants:
- 8GB + 128GB – PHP 10,999 (available in Mocha Brown and Olive Green)
- 8GB + 256GB – PHP 15,999 (available in Mocha Brown and Bloom Pink)
The device is available for purchase on Shopee starting today, with added perks such as free shipping vouchers and 0% interest through SPayLater until March 28. Mobile Legends fans can also get a free OPPO x MLBB Skin Card with their purchase from March 18 to 28.
The A5 Pro will also be available on Lazada and TikTok Shop starting March 29. Buyers can enjoy flexible payment plans through Home Credit, with options for 6, 9, 12, 15, or 18-month terms at 0% interest. Credit card holders can avail of a 6 or 12-month installment plan at 0% interest through OPPO stores.
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