The Oppo A series has regularly produced affordable smartphones with top-notch features. Oppo has introduced the A56s, a gadget similar to its predecessor, the Oppo A57, continuing this trend. The A56s is a capable competitor for low-cost smartphones since it has a premium appearance, an eye-catching display, strong performance, and long battery life. 

OPPO A56s   Key Specs and Price in Kenya

Price in Kenya	KSh21,499
Display size	6.56  inches IPS LCD, 90Hz
Chipset	Mediatek MT6833P Dimensity 810 (6 nm)
SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Connectivity Options	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
Operating System	Android 12, ColorOS 12.1
RAM	8 GB
Storage	128 GB
MicroSD Card Slot	microSDXC
Back Camera	13 MP+2 MP
Front Camera	8 MP
3.5mm headphone jack	Yes
USB Port	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Fingerprint scanner	side-mounted
Battery capacity	Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging speed	10W wired
Available Colors	Black, Blue

Display and Design

The A56s has a contemporary, boxy style like its more current contemporaries. The smartphone has a high-end matte finish in black and blue variants. The volume rocker and power button, which also doubles as a fingerprint scanner, are on its side panel. The 3.5mm audio socket and speakers are located on the phone’s bottom edge. The A56s weighs 186 grams and has a plastic body and frame, making it easy to hold.

With a 6.56-inch IPS LCD panel and a 720p resolution on the front display, rich colors, and contrast are guaranteed. The screen is appropriate for outdoor use because of its maximum brightness of 600 nits. The A56s also boasts a 90Hz refresh rate for a smooth touch response.

 Performance

The A56s offers a full performance experience, whether you’re gaming or streaming entertainment, thanks to its 6nm MediaTek MT6833P Dimensity 810 chipset. The highly customizable ColorOS 12.1 interface controls the device, which is based on Android 12. Despite lacking a dedicated cooling system, the A56s handles multitasking and gaming with ease because of its 8GB of RAM.

 Camera

The A56s has 13MP primary and 2MP depth lenses on its back panel. The depth lens adds to the overall image quality, while the primary camera provides vivid colors and contrast. The built-in camera app has several settings and modes, including Pro mode, for adjusting color, contrast, saturation, and hue. The resolution of recorded video can reach 1080p. For selfies, the 8MP front-facing lens produces decent images.

Battery

The A56s has an amazing battery life because of its 5000mAh Li-Po battery. On average, expect to use a screen for more than six hours a day, and gaming sessions can last up to five hours. The battery may be recharged using a Type-C charging connector and a 10W cable charger in an hour and a half.

Software

The ColorOS 12.1 custom skin, based on Android 12 and gives customers various customization options, powers the A56s. You can customize the interface’s overall design to suit your preferences, creating a more tailored user experience.

Conclusion

A great low-cost smartphone, the Oppo A56s features a svelte design, a colorful display, powerful performance, and long battery life. Thanks to its camera capabilities, dual speakers, and expandable storage, it is a well-rounded choice for people looking for a feature-rich tablet without breaking the bank. Although it might be flawed in some ways, the A56s offers great value for the money, making it a top pick for consumers on a tight budget.