A55
A budget Oppo with a 90 Hz LCD and a tidier design than the A16.
The Oppo A55 is a budget Oppo smartphone released Sep 2021, with a launch price of $199. It pairs the MediaTek Helio G35 with a 6.51" LCD 90 Hz display, a 50 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 50/100 — Slightly upgraded basics. Standout strengths: 90 hz screen and 50 mp main at $199. and 5,000 mah, microsd + jack. Main trade-off: hd+ panel, helio g35 is very slow.
Slightly upgraded basics.
A55 took the A16's formula and added the things buyers actually noticed — 90 Hz scrolling, a 50 MP main, faster 18 W charging — for $199. The Helio G35 still set the ceiling; for $40 over the A16 it felt meaningfully better to use.
Read the full review- 90 Hz screen and 50 MP main at $199.
- 5,000 mAh, microSD + jack.
- 16 MP selfie.
- 18 W charging — faster than the A16.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the A55 released?
The A55 was released in Sep 2021.
How much does the A55 cost?
The A55 launched at $199 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the A55 screen size and type?
The A55 has a 6.51" LCD 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the A55 use?
The A55 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the A55 have?
The A55 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the A55 battery capacity?
The A55 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the A55 charge?
The A55 supports 18 W wired charging.
What is the A55 main camera?
The A55 has a 50 MP main camera.
Does the A55 have a headphone jack?
The A55 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the A55 get software updates?
The A55 update policy: minimal.
How much does the A55 weigh?
The A55 weighs 193 g.
What colours does the A55 come in?
The A55 is available in 2 colours: Rainbow Blue, Starry Black.
Is the A55 worth buying?
A55 took the A16's formula and added the things buyers actually noticed — 90 Hz scrolling, a 50 MP main, faster 18 W charging — for $199. The Helio G35 still set the ceiling; for $40 over the A16 it felt meaningfully better to use. SpecEagle gives the A55 an editorial score of 50/100.
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