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OPPO A5 vs Apple iPhone Air

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026
OPPO

A5

6.67″ · LCD · 90 Hz · Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1

128 GB · 4 GB RAM · Mist White · UK CPH2727Full product profile
OPPO A5 in Mist White, official product viewMist White
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE

Display resolution
A5: 1604 × 720 vs iPhone Air: 2736 × 1260
Height
A5: 165.71 mm vs iPhone Air: 156.2 mm
Thickness
A5: 7.99 mm vs iPhone Air: 5.64 mm
Weight
A5: 193 g vs iPhone Air: 165 g
A5 first, iPhone Air second. Different is not better: see every verified difference below.
See the 11 verified differences
Apple

iPhone Air

6.5″

UK MG2X4QN/A · Cloud White · 1TB · A3517Full product profile
iPhone Air, back exterior, cloud white colour, Advanced 2-in-1 camera system, front exterior, all screen design, Dynamic Island, thin black display border, side exterior, Action button, volume buttons, Side button, Camera Control buttonCloud White
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Listed configurations: A5 128 GB, iPhone Air 1000 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.

THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Native zoom. Missing evidence is not a difference.

SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

iPhone AirA19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
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A5

0.17″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

A5
6.67″
iPhone Air
6.5″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

A5
Not verified
iPhone Air
Not verified

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

A5
Not verified
iPhone Air
Up to 27h

Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

11 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 2 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.

Software update policy

A5Not published
iPhone AirNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
A5

OPPO's UK pages state no software-update period or Android upgrade count for this model; it launches with ColorOS 15.0.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.

Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Show 5 more verified differences

Camera system

A5Main: 50 MP (f/1.8); Monochrome: 2 MP; Front: 5 MP; Video: up to 1080p 30 fps
iPhone Air48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Sources
A5

Module details: Main (wide): 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF; Monochrome: 2 MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens; Front: 5 MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Display specification

A56.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720; up to 90 Hz; 1000 nits (HBM)
iPhone AirSuper Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
A5

Details: 6.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720 pixels; 264 ppi; up to 90 Hz refresh (60/90 Hz); touch sampling up to 180 Hz (default 120 Hz); 16.7 million colours (8-bit); Vivid mode 83% DCI-P3, Natural mode 71% sRGB; 850 nits typical, 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode (HBM); 89.9% screen ratio

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery and charging

A56000 mAh; 45 W wired
iPhone AirVideo playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
Sources
A5

Details: 6000 mAh / 23.52 Wh typical (5860 mAh / 22.98 Wh rated); wired charging: 45 W SUPERVOOC, 15 W VOOC, 33 W PPS, 13.5 W PD

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.

Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Front camera

A55 MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
iPhone Air18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Sources

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)

Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.

Small physical differences (1)
Configuration & compatibility details (3)

RAM and storage configuration

A54 GB RAM (LPDDR4X); 128 GB storage (UFS 2.1)
iPhone Air1000 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Sources
A5

Details: 4 GB physical RAM; 128 GB storage. RAM type: LPDDR4X. Storage type: UFS 2.1.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Regional SIM / network configuration

A5UK model CPH2727; dual SIM (Nano-SIM); 4G
iPhone AirUK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
A5

Bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA bands 1/5/8; LTE FDD bands 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD bands 38/40/41. UK specification; OPPO notes that live-network functions depend on the carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK. No 5G bands are listed.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.

Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (82)

Rear camera optical stabilisation

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

The main camera has autofocus. The manufacturer does not say whether the rear cameras have optical stabilisation.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear camera autofocus

A5Yes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Autofocus is stated for the rear main (wide) camera; the 2MP monochrome module lists no AF.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front camera autofocus

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

The front camera row lists resolution, aperture, FOV and lens elements only; autofocus is neither stated nor excluded.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front camera optical stabilisation

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed video playback

A5Not verified
iPhone Air27 hours
Sources
A5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Air

Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.

Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Typical battery capacity

A56000 mAh
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Typical UK battery capacity; not an independent runtime measurement.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum published wired charging power

A545 W
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Compatible charger and cable required; negotiated power depends on protocol and conditions.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum display refresh rate

A590 Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO lists a maximum of 90 Hz, switching between 60 and 90 Hz; the active rate depends on content and settings.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Storage-card support

A5Yes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

UK model wireless capabilities

A5Not verified
iPhone AirModel A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Air

* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.

Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published support term

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer operating system

A5Not verified
iPhone AiriOS 26
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wi-Fi

A5Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11a/b/g/n; 2.4 GHz (20/40 MHz) and 5 GHz (20/40/80 MHz); 1 × 1 SISO; WLAN Display; WLAN tethering
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connector capabilities

A5Not verified
iPhone AirUSB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

UK box contents

A5Phone, USB data cable, SIM ejector tool, quick guide, safety guide
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

One of each. No charger is listed; OPPO notes contents may vary by market.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Drop and impact durability testing

A5Multi-angle drop and high-intensity impact tests based on MIL-STD 810H methodologies; SGS certification
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Manufacturer-described lab testing under controlled conditions. OPPO states it does not guarantee damage-proof performance; not an independent drop test.

OPPO UK A5 product features, images and claim conditions
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

eSIM only

A5No
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

The UK specification explicitly includes physical Nano-SIM support.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

eSIM support

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO lists a Nano-SIM card only and does not mention eSIM.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

3.5 mm headphone jack

A5Yes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO lists a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer ingress-protection claims

A5IP65
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Conditional manufacturer rating. See the product-page test notes; not a guarantee against water damage.

OPPO UK A5 product features, images and claim conditions
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Native telephoto reach

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Launch software listed by manufacturer

A5ColorOS 15.0
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Optical-quality zoom

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Comparable HDR peak brightness

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO publishes no HDR peak-brightness figure. Its specification gives 850 nits typical and 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode, which are not HDR peak measurements.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Pixel density

A5264 ppi
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear camera modules

A52
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Counts every rear camera module OPPO lists, including any monochrome or depth module.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer-listed sensors

A5Not verified
iPhone AirFace ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery — Battery

A55860mAh/22.98Wh (Rated); 6000mAh/23.52Wh (Typical)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery — Fast Charge

A545W SUPERVOOC, 15W VOOC, 33W PPS, 13.5W PD
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Camera — Rear

A5Wide angle: 50MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF supported; Monochrome: 2MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Camera — Shooting Mode

A5Rear: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Panorama, SLO-MO, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, HI-RES, Hypertext, Google Lens; Front: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, Retouch, Screen Fill Light, HI-RES
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cellular Network — Frequency Band

A5GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz; WCDMA: Band 1/5/8; LTE FDD: Band 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD: Band 38/40/41
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Chips — SoC

A5Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1 Mobile Platform
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connectivity — Bluetooth® Audio Codec

A5SBC, AAC, aptX
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connectivity — Bluetooth® Version

A5Bluetooth 5.0, Low Energy
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connectivity — WLAN

A5Wi-Fi 2.4G, Wi-Fi 5G, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; WLAN 2.4G, WLAN 5G, WLAN Display, WLAN tethering; Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 40M; Wi-Fi 5GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 40M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 80M; 1 x 1 SISO
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Display — Brightness

A5Normal brightness: 850 nits (Typical); HBM: 1000 nits (Typical)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Display — Colour Depth

A516.7 million colours (8-bit)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Display — Colour Gamut

A5Vivid mode: 83% DCI-P3; Natural mode: 71% sRGB
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Display — Touch Sampling Rate

A5Maximum: 180Hz; Default: 120Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

In the Box — In the Box

A5Phone x 1; USB Data Cable x 1; SIM Ejector Tool x 1; Safety Guide x 1; Quick Guide x 1
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Location Technology — GNSS

A5Single band: Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Location Technology — Others

A5Supports A-GPS assisted positioning, wireless LAN positioning, cellular network positioning; Supports A-GNSS assisted positioning, WLAN positioning, cellular network positioning
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Operating System — Operating System

A5ColorOS 15.0
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors — Sensors

A5Proximity sensor; Accelerometer; Side fingerprint sensor; Geomagnetic induction
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Video — Front

A5Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support Dual-view video shooting
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Video — Rear

A5Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support video zoom shooting; SLO-MO: 720P 120fps; Time-Lapse: 1080P 30fps
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Promised update duration

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Air

Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.

Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8K video recording

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

Rear video is listed up to 1080p 30 fps; 8K recording is not mentioned.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO's specification lists wired charging only and does not mention wireless charging, so support is unknown rather than assumed absent.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum published wireless charging power

A5Not verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
A5

OPPO states no wireless charging power for this model.

OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

1 shared field has the same recorded value.

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Full specifications

All specs101 specificationsA5iPhone Air
193g
Approximate ('about') manufacturer value for the model, including battery. OPPO notes that size and weight may vary by configuration, manufacturing process and measurement; no colour-specific weight is published.
165g
Manufacturer device mass
7.99mm
5.64mm
Manufacturer thickness
165.71 × 76.24 × 7.99 mm (height × width × thickness), Mist White
Width: 74.7 mm; Height: 156.2 mm; Depth: 5.64 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Mist White
Cloud White
Size and Weight — Height
Sources
about 165.71mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Width
Sources
about 76.24mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Thickness
Sources
about 7.99mm
Not verified
Size and Weight — Weight
Sources
about 193g
Not verified
6.67″
Screen diagonal · Measured as a rectangle; rounded corners reduce the usable screen area.
6.5″
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Pixel density
Sources
264 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
90HzMaximum display refresh rate · OPPO lists a maximum of 90 Hz, switching between 60 and 90 Hz; the active rate depends on content and settings.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
6.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720; up to 90 Hz; 1000 nits (HBM)Details: 6.67-inch LCD; 1604 × 720 pixels; 264 ppi; up to 90 Hz refresh (60/90 Hz); touch sampling up to 180 Hz (default 120 Hz); 16.7 million colours (8-bit); Vivid mode 83% DCI-P3, Natural mode 71% sRGB; 850 nits typical, 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode (HBM); 89.9% screen ratio
Super Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
1604 × 720
2736 × 1260
Manufacturer pixel density
Sources
264 ppi
Not verified
Display — Size
Sources
6.67"
Not verified
Display — Screen Ratio
Sources
89.9%
Not verified
Display — Resolution
Sources
720 x 1604 Pixels
Not verified
Display — Refresh Rate
Sources
Maximum: 90Hz (60/90Hz)
Not verified
Display — Touch Sampling Rate
Sources
Maximum: 180Hz; Default: 120Hz
Not verified
Display — Colour Gamut
Sources
Vivid mode: 83% DCI-P3; Natural mode: 71% sRGB
Not verified
Display — Colour Depth
Sources
16.7 million colours (8-bit)
Not verified
Display — Pixel Density
Sources
264 PPI
Not verified
Display — Brightness
Sources
Normal brightness: 850 nits (Typical); HBM: 1000 nits (Typical)
Not verified
Display — Panel
Sources
LCD
Not verified
Rear camera modules
Sources
2Counts every rear camera module OPPO lists, including any monochrome or depth module.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Main: 50 MP (f/1.8); Monochrome: 2 MP; Front: 5 MP; Video: up to 1080p 30 fpsModule details: Main (wide): 50 MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF; Monochrome: 2 MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens; Front: 5 MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
5 MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Camera — Rear
Sources
Wide angle: 50MP, f/1.8, FOV 76°, 5P lens, AF supported; Monochrome: 2MP, f/2.4, FOV 89°, 3P lens
Not verified
Camera — Front
Sources
5MP, f/2.2, FOV 77°, 3P lens
Not verified
Camera — Shooting Mode
Sources
Rear: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Panorama, SLO-MO, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, HI-RES, Hypertext, Google Lens; Front: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Dual-view video, Time-Lapse, Sticker, Retouch, Screen Fill Light, HI-RES
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesAutofocus is stated for the rear main (wide) camera; the 2MP monochrome module lists no AF.
Not verified
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
27 hoursUp-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
6000 mAh; 45 W wiredDetails: 6000 mAh / 23.52 Wh typical (5860 mAh / 22.98 Wh rated); wired charging: 45 W SUPERVOOC, 15 W VOOC, 33 W PPS, 13.5 W PD
Video playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Typical battery capacity
Sources
6000 mAhTypical UK battery capacity; not an independent runtime measurement.
Not verified
Maximum published wired charging power
Sources
45 WCompatible charger and cable required; negotiated power depends on protocol and conditions.
Not verified
Battery — Battery
Sources
5860mAh/22.98Wh (Rated); 6000mAh/23.52Wh (Typical)
Not verified
Battery — Fast Charge
Sources
45W SUPERVOOC, 15W VOOC, 33W PPS, 13.5W PD
Not verified
Not publishedOPPO's UK pages state no software-update period or Android upgrade count for this model; it launches with ColorOS 15.0.
No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Manufacturer operating system
Sources
Not verified
iOS 26
Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1
A19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
4 GB RAM (LPDDR4X); 128 GB storage (UFS 2.1)Details: 4 GB physical RAM; 128 GB storage. RAM type: LPDDR4X. Storage type: UFS 2.1.
1000 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specificationConfiguration
Sources
UK model CPH2727; dual SIM (Nano-SIM); 4GBands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA bands 1/5/8; LTE FDD bands 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD bands 38/40/41. UK specification; OPPO notes that live-network functions depend on the carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK. No 5G bands are listed.
UK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
128 GB
1000 GB
4 GB
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Display panel
Sources
LCD
Not verified
Ingress protection
Sources
IP65Conditional manufacturer rating. See the product-page test notes; not a guarantee against water damage.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
eSIM only
Sources
NoThe UK specification explicitly includes physical Nano-SIM support.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Sources
ColorOS 15.0
Not verified
Bluetooth
Sources
Bluetooth 5.0, Low Energy
Not verified
Wi-Fi
Sources
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11a/b/g/n; 2.4 GHz (20/40 MHz) and 5 GHz (20/40/80 MHz); 1 × 1 SISO; WLAN Display; WLAN tethering
Not verified
NFC
Sources
Yes
Not verified
UK box contents
Sources
Phone, USB data cable, SIM ejector tool, quick guide, safety guideOne of each. No charger is listed; OPPO notes contents may vary by market.
Not verified
Expandable storage
Sources
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Sources
YesOPPO lists a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Storage — RAM and ROM Capacities
Sources
4GB + 128GB
Not verified
Storage — RAM Type
Sources
LPDDR4X
Not verified
Storage — ROM Specifications
Sources
UFS 2.1
Not verified
Storage — Phone Storage Card
Sources
Supported
Not verified
Storage — USB OTG
Sources
Supported
Not verified
Video — Rear
Sources
Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support video zoom shooting; SLO-MO: 720P 120fps; Time-Lapse: 1080P 30fps
Not verified
Video — Front
Sources
Supported: 1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps; Support Dual-view video shooting
Not verified
Chips — SoC
Sources
Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Not verified
Chips — CPU
Sources
8 cores
Not verified
Chips — GPU
Sources
Adreno 610@1050MHz
Not verified
Biometrics — Fingerprint
Sources
Supported
Not verified
Biometrics — Facial Recognition
Sources
Supported
Not verified
Sensors — Sensors
Sources
Proximity sensor; Accelerometer; Side fingerprint sensor; Geomagnetic induction
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM 2
Sources
Supported
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card Type
Sources
Nano-SIM card
Not verified
Cellular Network — Frequency Band
Sources
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz; WCDMA: Band 1/5/8; LTE FDD: Band 1/3/5/7/8/20/28; LTE TDD: Band 38/40/41
Not verified
Connectivity — WLAN
Sources
Wi-Fi 2.4G, Wi-Fi 5G, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; WLAN 2.4G, WLAN 5G, WLAN Display, WLAN tethering; Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 40M; Wi-Fi 5GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 40M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 80M; 1 x 1 SISO
Not verified
Connectivity — Bluetooth® Version
Sources
Bluetooth 5.0, Low Energy
Not verified
Connectivity — Bluetooth® Audio Codec
Sources
SBC, AAC, aptX
Not verified
Connectivity — USB Interface
Sources
USB Type-C
Not verified
Connectivity — Earphone Jack
Sources
3.5mm jack
Not verified
Connectivity — NFC
Sources
Supported
Not verified
Operating System — Operating System
Sources
ColorOS 15.0
Not verified
Location Technology — GNSS
Sources
Single band: Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS
Not verified
Location Technology — Others
Sources
Supports A-GPS assisted positioning, wireless LAN positioning, cellular network positioning; Supports A-GNSS assisted positioning, WLAN positioning, cellular network positioning
Not verified
In the Box — In the Box
Sources
Phone x 1; USB Data Cable x 1; SIM Ejector Tool x 1; Safety Guide x 1; Quick Guide x 1
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
5011100448
Not verified
Drop and impact durability testing
Sources
Multi-angle drop and high-intensity impact tests based on MIL-STD 810H methodologies; SGS certificationManufacturer-described lab testing under controlled conditions. OPPO states it does not guarantee damage-proof performance; not an independent drop test.
Not verified
UK model wireless capabilities
Sources
Not verified
Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Connector capabilities
Sources
Not verified
USB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Sources
Not verified
Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Show unverified (13)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Not verifiedComparable HDR peak brightness · OPPO publishes no HDR peak-brightness figure. Its specification gives 850 nits typical and 1000 nits typical in high-brightness mode, which are not HDR peak measurements.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Native telephoto reach
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verifiedRear video is listed up to 1080p 30 fps; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Wireless charging
Sources
Not verifiedOPPO's specification lists wired charging only and does not mention wireless charging, so support is unknown rather than assumed absent.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum published wireless charging power
Sources
Not verifiedOPPO states no wireless charging power for this model.
Not verified
eSIM support
Sources
Not verifiedOPPO lists a Nano-SIM card only and does not mention eSIM.
Not verified
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe main camera has autofocus. The manufacturer does not say whether the rear cameras have optical stabilisation.
Not verified
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Not verifiedThe front camera row lists resolution, aperture, FOV and lens elements only; autofocus is neither stated nor excluded.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verified
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Promised update duration
Sources
Not verified
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
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OPPO A5

128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight193 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Approximate ('about') manufacturer value for the model, including battery. OPPO notes that size and weight may vary by configuration, manufacturing process and measurement; no colour-specific weight is published.

OPPO
Width76.24 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Thickness7.99 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Display size6.67 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Measured as a rectangle; rounded corners reduce the usable screen area.

OPPO
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

OPPO
Claimed video playbackNot verified

Not published

Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

OPPO
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

OPPO lists a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

OPPO
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

The UK specification explicitly includes physical Nano-SIM support.

OPPO
IP ratingIP65Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Conditional manufacturer rating. See the product-page test notes; not a guarantee against water damage.

OPPO
RAM4 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Pixel density264 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOPPO
Maximum refresh rate90 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

OPPO lists a maximum of 90 Hz, switching between 60 and 90 Hz; the active rate depends on content and settings.

OPPO
Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Counts every rear camera module OPPO lists, including any monochrome or depth module.

OPPO
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

OPPO
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
  1. OPPO UK A5 complete technical specifications (CPH2727)OPPO · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. OPPO UK A5 product features, images and claim conditionsOPPO · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  3. OPPO UK A5 selected colour, memory and official product galleryOPPO · accessed 10 Sept 2026

Apple iPhone Air

1000 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight165 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width74.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness5.64 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.5 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.

Apple
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

Claimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.

Apple
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNot verified

Not published

IP ratingNot verified

Not published

RAMNot verified

Not published

Apple
Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rateNot verified

Not published

Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modulesNot verified

Not published

8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
  1. Apple UK — literal MG2X4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
  2. Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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