Oppo A6 series: Everything you need to know about its latest budget phones

If you've been looking at upgrading your old phone, but finding it hard to justify the price tag, it's time you considered a budget phone.

Most of us usually just use our phones to browse, scroll and take photos, which a lot of cheaper phones do really well these days.

That's why OPPO is back, tackling this challenge of affordability and premium longevity with its latest A6 series launch – comprised of the A6 5G, A6x 5G and the A6x 4G.

Here's everything you need to know about the latest OPPO A-series, and which one's for you.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at the time of publishing.

The OPPO A6 Series at a glance...

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Which phone is right for you?

Before diving into the similarities between each of the phones, it's important to understand the slight differences between each model in the lineup, starting with the cheapest, moving upwards.

OPPO A6x 4G, now $229

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This is OPPO's most accessible entry point in the new A series, and it's ideal for people who value the basics. It's powered by the Snapdragon 685 processor and is 4G enabled. It's the perfect choice for parents to buy for their kids, or for someone whose daily needs are for simple browsing and communication. It comes with 128GB storage, 4GB RAM, 15W charging and a 6,100mAh battery.

OPPO A6x 5G, now $299

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This is the perfect middle ground of the budget-friendly A series, and it future-proofs your phone with 5G capabilities to stay connected to faster speeds. It uses a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor to ensure your daily multitasking needs stay fluid. Perfect if you want access to those 5G speeds for videos and music, and an upgraded camera for photos. It comes with 128GB storage, 4GB RAM, 15W charging and a 6,100mAh battery.

OPPO A6 5G, was $399, now $369

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If you're looking for the best out of OPPO's budget range, this is the premium tier offering a generous 256GB and 6GB RAM. It's the only model coming with their SuperCool VC cooling system, upgraded battery and 45W fast charging. So, if you're a mobile gamer or a power user who needs even more battery capacity and speed, this is your match.

Modern design language and performance

OPPO has refined its aesthetic across the whole range with a streamlined camera module and unibody frame.

The whole range has 120hz bright displays, which ensures smooth scrolling and a screen you can see in your daily use. Each phone even comes with a protective case, and the screen works well in moisture or sweat thanks to its Splash Touch technology.

The entire series also runs on ColorOS 15, which helps keep the animations smooth. Oppo is also providing three Android OS updates over the next few years and up to six years of security updates.

So who is the OPPO A-series for?

If you're a student, a parent buying a first phone for a child, or someone who needs another phone, one of the OPPO A6 phones is a smart choice.

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