OPPO·Budget · Released Nov 2023
OPPO A79 5G
A big-screen 5G phone with 33 W charging and stereo sound.
62/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$250
Color · Mystery Black
Display
6.72" LCD 90 Hz
Chipset
Dimensity 6020
Memory
8 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.8
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
193 g
AI Snapshot
A mainstream budget 5G.
OPPO A79 5G offers a large 90 Hz screen, 33 W charging, stereo speakers and microSD expansion for around $250 — a comfortable everyday 5G phone, if not a performance standout.
Subscores · 0–100
Display66
Camera60
Performance58
Battery76
Build66
Value64
- Large 1080p 90 Hz screen.
- 33 W charging + stereo speakers.
- microSD + big storage.
- Slim, light build.
Full specifications
Type
IPS LCD, 90 Hz
Size
6.72 inches
Resolution
2,400 × 1,080 px
Main
50 MP, f/1.8
Depth
2 MP
Selfie
8 MP
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -75.9%
This
390,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -74.8%
This
730
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -75.6%
This
1,980
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -87.9%
This
7.5 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the OPPO A79 5G released?
The OPPO A79 5G was released in Nov 2023.
What is the OPPO A79 5G screen size and type?
The OPPO A79 5G has a 6.72" LCD 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the OPPO A79 5G use?
The OPPO A79 5G is powered by the Dimensity 6020 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the OPPO A79 5G have?
The OPPO A79 5G ships with 8 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the OPPO A79 5G battery capacity?
The OPPO A79 5G has a 5,000 mAh battery.
What is the OPPO A79 5G main camera?
The OPPO A79 5G has a 50 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the OPPO A79 5G have 5G?
The OPPO A79 5G supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the OPPO A79 5G waterproof?
The OPPO A79 5G is rated IP54 for dust and water resistance.