Oppo A5 2020

OhoPrice editorial review

Our Take: The Oppo A5 2020 at Rs 27,999 is a phone whose age shows in some areas but retains relevance through its quad-camera system and Snapdragon 665 processor. The Snapdragon 665, built on an 11 nm process, handles social media, streaming, and light gaming reliably, and the Adreno 610 GPU manages casual gaming at medium settings. What sets this phone apart from newer competitors is the quad-camera setup: a 12 MP main sensor paired with an 8 MP ultrawide lens, a 2 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor. The ultrawide lens is the practical differentiator — it lets you capture wider scenes without stepping back, useful for group photos and landscapes that single-camera phones cannot replicate. With 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, the configuration is standard for this price. The 5000 mAh battery provides predictable all-day endurance. The 6.5-inch display at 269 PPI is adequate for daily tasks. At 9.1 mm thick, the phone is not slim, but the extra thickness houses the larger battery. This phone suits buyers who want camera versatility, particularly the ultrawide lens, from a known brand at a reasonable cost. The Sego Note 70 Limited Edition at Rs 24,149 is Rs 3,850 cheaper and matches the Oppo on battery and storage, but its camera system is limited to a single 13 MP rear sensor versus the A5 2020's four-lens array. The ultrawide lens on the Oppo captures genuinely wider scenes — a feature no amount of software processing on a single-camera phone can replicate. The Sego's unspecified processor makes it impossible to compare processing power directly against the Snapdragon 665, though the 665's performance characteristics are well-documented. The Oppo also benefits from Qualcomm's mature software drivers, which tend to produce smoother app experiences than Unisoc or MediaTek alternatives at this price. The Sego's lower price is its strongest argument — Rs 3,850 is a meaningful saving for budget-conscious buyers. For users who value camera versatility and a proven chipset, the Oppo A5 2020 retains relevance despite its age; those who want maximum savings and do not need an ultrawide lens will find the Sego adequate. PTA Note: Older Oppo models may already be PTA-approved, but verify the IMEI on the PTA website before committing to buy.