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Updated: Oct 2026
Oppo A38
$89
Status: available
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Should you buy the Oppo A38?
Reasons to Buy
- 5,000 mAh battery capacity
- 6.56" IPS LCD, 90Hz, 720 nits (peak) display for media and everyday use
- Mediatek MT6769 Helio G85 (12 nm) platform for daily performance
Reasons to Avoid
- Durability and protection details should be confirmed before purchase.
Full Specifications
Launch
| Announced | 2023-09-04 |
|---|---|
| Released | 2023-09 |
| Device type | Smartphone |
| Model number | CPH2579 |
Body
| Dimensions | 163.7 x 75 x 8.2 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 190 g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 720 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.56 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz |
| Brightness | 720 nits peak |
Platform
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, ColorOS 15 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6769 Helio G85 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Memory
| RAM | 4 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage | 125 GB |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
Camera
| Rear camera | Dual: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF; Auxiliary lens |
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| Main camera | 50 MP |
| Rear features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Selfie camera | Single: 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
| Selfie camera MP | 5 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh |
|---|---|
| Type | Li-Po |
| Wired charging | 33W wired, PD, 50% in 30 min |
Connectivity
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| GPS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Radio | No |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint | side-mounted |
| Audio | Loudspeaker: Yes, 3.5mm jack: Yes |
| Colors | Glowing Black, Glowing Gold |
Specifications last checked Jul 4, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Oppo A38 has Mediatek MT6769 Helio G85 (12 nm) with 4 GB RAM / 125 GB storage. That is useful buying context, but this page should be treated as specs-led analysis unless hands-on gaming tests are stated.
The verified wired charging specification is 33W wired, PD, 50% in 30 min for its 5,000 mAh battery.
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