A74 5G SMARTPHONE

OPPO might not yet be a household name here, but in China and beyond it’s fast becoming one of the most popular smart device brands.

The A74 5G is a good option, especially for those wanting a smartphone at an acceptable price that boasts next-gen connectivity. In the box is a set of wired earphones, a protective case, and a USB cable. At 6.5”, it’s a comfortable and usable size. It runs ColorOS – OPPO’s mobile operating system – which is essentially an Android skin. It’s fast, light and easy to navigate, and excludes unnecessary bloatware.

There’s 128 GB of expandable storage, more than enough for all the photos and videos you’ll be taking with the AI quad camera, which includes a 48 MP main camera and an 8 MP selfie lens. Thanks to the high refresh rate and vivid HD+ display, the device is wellsuited to gaming too.

The facial-recognition and fingerprint-sensor features work seamlessly, while the 5 000 mAh battery delivers impressive results – expect up to 13 hours of video view time before you need to recharge. And after that, around five per cent battery life will still remain, enough to continue using WhatsApp for a few hours.

Our biggest qualm is the plastic body, which is a bit of a fingerprint magnet. But pop it in its case and the problem is solved. The overall design is simple yet beautiful, available in Fantastic Purple and Fluid Black. If you’re ready for 5G and want a decently priced smartphone delivering standout battery life, the OPPO A74 5G might be it.

RRP R7 199 mytfgworld.com