Oppo A59 Gets Refreshed With More Capable Hardware

If you can recall, Oppo A59 made its debut back in 2016. The smartphone, for its time, came with attractive lower mid-range specs. It even had a quite elegant design. Well, Oppo has launched the smartphone again. But the newer model has nothing in common with the smartphone that Oppo launched back in 2016.

The newer Oppo A59 comes with a more capable set of hardware. Of course, it’s not flagship-grade. Instead, the device packs capable lower mid-range specs. It’s currently available in India with a price tag of INR14,999. That converts to around $180.

Main Highlights of the Oppo A59 2023

As a refresh device, the new Oppo A59 is a good option for those who are looking for good-performing entry-level or lower mid-range devices. Here’s a rundown of its main highlights:

Eye-Catching Design

Oppo didn’t back down on the design of the smartphone. The new A59 comes with a stylish design that looks sleek and luxurious at the same time. As for the luxurious part, the smartphone has a silk-satin texture that shimmers and shines in different lighting conditions.

Regarding the color options, the new Oppo A59 comes in two options. One of them is Silk Gold, and the other is Starry Black. Both have a touch of uniqueness to them. Also, the smartphone has a slim body and sports a uniquely designed camera island on the back.

Speaker and Display of the Oppo A59

The new Oppo A59 comes with a display that’s capable of offering immersive visuals. To be precise, its screen can deliver bright, crisp, and detail-rich images. Whether you’re browsing through social media or watching content, you’ll be set to enjoy ultra-vivid visuals.

Besides, the Oppo A59’s screen supports a 90 Hz refresh rate. Thanks to this, it can offer smooth animations and visuals. The story is the same with the speaker setup of the phone. It comes with what Oppo calls 300% Ultra Volume Mode, which ensures loud and crips sound even when you’re in a busy environment.

Geared for Smooth Performance

Under the hood, the Oppo A59 comes with the Dimensity 6020. It’s a 7 nm chipset that can offer smooth performance in most day-to-day tasks. The SoC is even capable of handling most games. Also, the processor prioritizes energy efficiency, which should offer battery performance.

Oppo has paired this SoC with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. This configuration equips the A59 for resource-intensive apps and large-sized files. The smartphone also has a RAM Expansion feature. It lets the phone borrow unused storage when needed.

Furthermore, Oppo ensures 36 months of fluency with this phone. The brand guarantees that the Oppo A59 has passed in-house rigorous tests and will be smooth even after years.

Camera Capabilities and Other Features of Oppo A59

The Oppo A59 has a basic yet good enough for the price camera setup on the back. It comprises a 13 MP primary sensor that’s paired with a 2 MP depth sensor. The phone has different camera modes, such as AI Portrait. They will let you take full advantage of the setup and capture some stunning shots.

On the front, it features an 8 MP selfie shooter. Other highlights of the Oppo A59 include a 5000 mAh battery with 33-watt SuperVOOC support, an IP54 rating, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. As for the software, it runs on Android 13 with ColorOS on top.