Oppo A57 5G
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- Release April 2022
- OS Android 12
- Display 6.56" IPS LCD
- Camera 13MP
- RAM 6GB / 128GB
- Battery 5000mAh
PROS
- 1 5G connectivity (SA/NSA, 7 bands)
- 2 5000mAh Li-Po battery
- 3 6.56-inch IPS LCD display, 90Hz refresh rate, 600 nits (HBM)
- 4 Dimensity 810 5G (6 nm)
- 5 Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- 6 Stereo speakers
- 7 microSDXC slot
- 8 USB Type-C and a 3.5mm headphone jack
- 9 Dual SIM
CONS
- 1 720p display at 269 ppi
- 2 13MP + 2MP rear camera is basic
- 3 Charging wattage not stated on MD (10W per GSMArena / mymobile)
- 4 No NFC
- 5 No FM radio
- 6 Four years old — software support is over
- 7 Never officially launched in Pakistan — new units are scarce, and the mymobile listing mixes in the A57 4G's memory
Specification
Network
| Technology The mobile network technology the phone uses, such as GSM, HSPA or LTE. It determines which types of networks the phone can connect to. | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands The second-generation mobile network bands the phone can use for calls and basic data. Support for more bands means better compatibility with different networks. | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2; CDMA 800 |
| 3G bands The third-generation mobile network bands the phone supports for calls and mobile data. More supported bands mean better compatibility with different networks. | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100; CDMA2000 1x |
| 4G bands The fourth-generation (LTE) mobile network bands the phone supports. More supported bands mean better compatibility and coverage on different networks. | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands The fifth-generation mobile network bands the phone supports for faster mobile data. More supported bands mean better compatibility with different networks. | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed The data speed the phone can support on mobile networks. Higher speeds mean faster downloads and uploads when the network supports them. | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE, 5G |
Body
| Dimensions The height, width and thickness of the phone, usually measured in millimetres. Smaller dimensions generally make a phone easier to hold. | 163.8 x 75.1 x 8 mm (6.45 x 2.96 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight How heavy the phone is, measured in grams. A lower weight generally makes a phone more comfortable to hold for long periods. | 186 g (6.56 oz) |
| Build The materials and construction used for the phone body, such as the front glass, back and frame. | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM The SIM card type and number the phone accepts, such as Nano-SIM or dual SIM. It determines how many mobile connections can be used. | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Display
| Type The kind of display panel used in the phone. Different panel types affect colour, contrast and power use. | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size The diagonal size of the display, measured in inches from corner to corner. | 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution The number of pixels in the display, shown as width by height. Higher resolution generally means a sharper image. | 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | 90Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) |
Platform
| OS The operating system software that runs the phone and its apps. Its version affects features, security and app compatibility. | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 |
| Chipset The main processor platform that powers the device. It controls performance, power efficiency and supported features. | MediaTek MT6833P Dimensity 810 5G (6 nm) |
| CPU The central processing unit that runs apps and tasks. More cores and higher clock speeds generally mean faster performance. | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU The graphics processing unit that handles images, video and games. A more capable GPU generally gives smoother graphics and gaming. | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Memory
| Card slot A special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory (or in the past these slots have been used to add some missing features such as Wi-Fi connectivity). Memory cards have different capacities and are used to store and transfer files between compatible devices. There are several types of memory cards. The most popular and frequently used by mobile phone manufacturers is microSD; however, up until recently Sony Ericsson exclusively used the Memory Stick Micro (M2) card type developed by Sony. | microSDXC |
| Internal Storage The built-in storage space for apps, photos and files, measured in gigabytes. More storage lets you keep more content on the phone. | 128 GB |
| RAM The memory the phone uses to run apps and keep them open in the background, measured in gigabytes. More RAM generally helps multitasking run smoothly. | 6/8 GB |
| Variant A phone variant is a specific model or version of a phone that differs slightly from other versions of the same phone from the same manufacturer. These differences can include variations in colors, sizes, features, specifications, or other attributes that distinguish one variant from another. For example, smartphones can have different storage capacities and colors, and different iPhone variants can have different cellular bands. | 6GB 128GB / 8GB 128GB |
Camera
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video The meaning of VIDEO CAMERA is a camera that records video and usually audio | 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)Video: 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera The front-facing camera used for self-portraits and video calls. Higher megapixels can give more detail, along with features such as autofocus or flash. | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide)Video: 1080p@30fps |
More
| Alert types The ways the phone signals incoming calls and notifications, such as vibration, ringing tones or MP3 ringtones. | Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones |
| Loudspeaker The built-in speaker used for calls on speakerphone, music and videos. It states whether the phone has one and its type, such as stereo speakers. | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack A round headphone port for wired headphones and audio accessories. If present, wired audio can be used without an adapter. | Yes |
| WLAN The Wi-Fi standards the phone supports for wireless internet. Newer standards generally offer faster speeds and better connections. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth A short-range wireless technology for connecting accessories such as headphones and speakers. A newer version generally offers better range, speed and power efficiency. | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| GPS Satellite positioning used to find the phone location for maps and navigation. Support for more satellite systems can improve accuracy. | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless feature for contactless payments and quick pairing. It works only over very short distances. | No |
| FM radio Mobile phones that support FM radio have a dedicated FM radio receiver chip. This chip is responsible for receiving FM radio signals and converting them into audio signals that can be played through the phone's speakers or headphones. | No |
| USB The USB port used for charging and data transfer. Newer USB versions generally offer faster transfer speeds and a reversible connector. | USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
| Infrared port An infrared (IR) port is a port on an electronic device that sends and receives data using infrared light. IR ports were commonly used in wireless devices to allow for fast communication with other devices, such as base stations. IR ports work by allowing two devices to face each other and share data using infrared rays within a range of 10 meters. | |
| Sensors Built-in sensors that detect motion, light, position and other conditions. They enable features such as auto-rotation, face unlock and navigation. | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery Type The kind of battery used in the phone and whether it can be removed. It describes the battery technology and form. | Non-removable Li-Po |
| Battery Capacity The size of the battery, measured in milliamp-hours (mAh). A higher capacity usually means longer use between charges. | 5000 mAh |
| Charging How the battery is charged, including wired and wireless charging speeds in watts. Higher wattage usually means faster charging. | Charging 10W wired |
| Made by The company that makes the device. It names the manufacturer responsible for the phone. | China |
| Color The color options in which the phone is available. Color choice does not affect performance or features. | Black, Blue, Lilac |
| Models The specific model numbers or variants of the phone sold in different regions. Different models may vary in bands or storage. | PFTM20 |
Disclaimer
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Design and Display
The Oppo A57 5G is a straightforward 2022 design, and it shows. The 6.56-inch IPS LCD measures 720 x 1612 pixels at around 269 ppi, with an 84.0% screen-to-body ratio and a small waterdrop notch at the top centre of the display — not a punch-hole, as the images confirm. It is a 720p panel, and there is no point pretending otherwise. What keeps it from feeling as old as it is are the 90Hz refresh rate and the brightness: 480 nits typical, rising to 600 nits in high-brightness mode. At 163.8 x 75.1 x 8 mm and 186 g, with a glass front, plastic frame and plastic back, it is a light, comfortable phone to hold, and the fingerprint sensor sits on the side where your thumb naturally rests. It comes in Black, Blue and Lilac.
Performance
Inside is the MediaTek Dimensity 810 (MT6833P, 6 nm), an octa-core chip with two 2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 performance cores and six 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 efficiency cores, paired with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. There is 6GB or 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and a microSDXC card slot for more. The Dimensity 810 is a competent 2022 mid-range 5G chip: calls, messaging, social apps and light games are all fine. The honest number is the 4 out of 10 Performance bar, and 6GB of RAM on the base variant is tight by 2026 standards. No virtual-RAM claim is made for this phone.
Camera
- Main: 13MP, f/2.2, 26mm wide, 1/3.06-inch sensor, 1.12µm pixels, autofocus
- Depth: 2MP, f/2.4
- Selfie: 8MP, f/2.0, 26mm wide
Video records at 1080p at 30fps on both the rear and front cameras, and the rear camera has an LED flash, HDR and panorama. This is a basic dual camera: a genuine 13MP main sensor with a 2MP depth helper, and nothing else — no ultra-wide, no night mode, no stabilisation. Daylight snapshots are fine; anything more ambitious is a stretch, and the 8MP selfie camera is basic too.
Battery and Charging
The battery is a 5000mAh Li-Po unit, non-removable, and on a 720p display it lasts a full day of basic use without worry. Charging is 10W wired over USB Type-C — that figure comes from GSMArena and mymobile, since MobileDokan’s spec table gives no charging watts at all (its prose claim of 33W is wrong). Say it plainly: 10W charging is slow even for 2022, and this phone charges like it is from another era.
Software
The phone runs Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1. It is four years old and its software support is over — Android 12 is the end of the line — so buyers should not expect security updates in 2026.
Price in Pakistan
The Oppo A57 5G is priced at Rs. 50,999 (Expected) in Pakistan. That figure is based on mymobile’s live listing, which shows a “From” price of Rs. 50,399, rounded up to Rs. 50,999 in the field. Be aware of the gap in the sources: MobileDokan’s own Expected row converts to Rs. 44,999, but that is an April 2022 Bangladesh launch price on a page untouched since February 2024, and it is not used here. And the Rs. 49,999 figure seen on whatmobile belongs to the Oppo A57 4G — a different phone with a Helio G35 chip and 3GB of RAM — not this one. On the PTA question: the A57 5G was never officially launched in Pakistan. It is a China-market model (PFTM20), so confirm the PTA and DIRBS status for the exact IMEI before paying.
| Model | Oppo A57 5G |
| Price | PKR. 50,999 (Expected) |
| Display | 6.56″ IPS LCD 720×1612 pixels |
| RAM | 6/8 GB |
| ROM | 128 GB |
| Released | April 2022 |
Buying in Pakistan
- Check the exact variant — 6GB + 128GB or 8GB + 128GB — because the price differs between them.
- Confirm the warranty. There is no new-phone Oppo Pakistan warranty for a 2022 China-market model, so it will be a seller or shop warranty — confirm what it actually covers.
- Confirm the PTA and DIRBS status for the exact IMEI before paying.
- Check the phone is the A57 5G — Dimensity 810, dual 13MP + 2MP camera, 5000mAh battery, model PFTM20 — and not the Oppo A57 (2016) with its Snapdragon 435, 5.2-inch display and 2900mAh battery, the Oppo A57 4G with its Helio G35 chip and 3/4GB of RAM, or the Samsung Galaxy A57, which is a different phone entirely.
- Test the side-mounted fingerprint sensor and the touchscreen before paying.
- Check the battery health — a 2022 phone’s battery may already be degraded.
Final Verdict: 5G and a 5000mAh battery in a simple 2022 Oppo — if you can find one at the right price
The A57 5G is for someone who wants a simple, light phone with 5G, a 5000mAh battery and a side fingerprint sensor, for calls, messaging and light apps, and does not care that the screen is 720p, the camera is a basic 13MP + 2MP pair, the charger is 10W and the software support is over. Anyone wanting a sharper display, a better camera or current software should spend more. The 3.55 out of 5 rating is honest: a decent 2022 budget 5G phone, priced like one.
