Oppo A18 128GB deals

The Oppo A18 is in our catalog but no UK retailer currently stocks it.

Spec scores Under £200 Phones · 106 phones

Performance 1.3 /5 Basic

Display 2 /5 Basic

Rear Camera 1.2 /5 Basic

Front Camera 1.5 /5 Basic

Battery 2.4 /5 Average

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Budget buyers, seniors, and students who want a smooth, reliable phone for calls, messaging, and social media at the lowest possible price, and do not rely heavily on the camera.

90Hz display for smoother scrolling than the A17's 60Hz panel
MediaTek Helio G85 chipset for improved everyday responsiveness
5,000mAh battery for reliable all-day endurance

Oppo A18 128GB

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Price History

Tracking the best prices since 27 Apr 2026.

SIM-Free (Refurb) Lowest price in 30 days (£149.99)

Oppo A18 vs Oppo A17 — Key Differences

Feature	Oppo A18	Oppo A17
Display	6.56″ IPS LCD, 90Hz, 720p	6.56″ IPS LCD, 60Hz, 720p
Chipset	MediaTek Helio G85	MediaTek Helio G35
Camera system	8MP main + 2MP depth	50MP main + 2MP depth
Battery	5,000mAh, no fast charging	5,000mAh, no fast charging
Build / Design	Standard plastic build	Standard plastic build
Storage options	4GB / 128GB + microSD	Up to 6GB / 128GB + microSD
SIM-free price	Not available	From £105.00

Frequently asked questions

Is the Oppo A18 worth buying?

For very budget-conscious buyers, the A18 offers decent value. Its 90Hz display and Helio G85 chipset provide smoother everyday performance than many phones at its price. However, the 8MP camera is quite basic. If you can stretch your budget slightly further, newer A-series models offer significantly better cameras and features.

How good is the Oppo A18 camera?

The 8MP main camera is basic, producing acceptable results in well-lit conditions but struggling with detail and low-light scenes. The 2MP depth sensor adds simple portrait mode effects. It is adequate for casual snapshots but not recommended if photography is a priority.

How long does the Oppo A18 battery last?

The 5,000mAh battery reliably lasts a full day of typical use, including messaging, social media, and calls. The efficient Helio G85 chipset helps maximise endurance. Like the A17, it lacks fast charging, so plan for longer charge times overnight.

Does the Oppo A18 have a 90Hz display?

Yes, the A18 features a 6.56-inch IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate, which is a notable upgrade from the A17's 60Hz panel. This makes scrolling through social media and menus noticeably smoother and more responsive.

Can the Oppo A18 handle games?

The Helio G85 handles casual games and lighter titles adequately. Mid-tier and demanding games will require reduced settings and may still stutter. It is best suited for casual gaming rather than intensive mobile gaming sessions.

How does the Oppo A18 compare to the Oppo A17?

The A18 upgrades to the faster Helio G85 chipset and a smoother 90Hz display, making everyday use more responsive. The A17 counters with a significantly better 50MP main camera versus the A18's 8MP and more RAM options. If camera quality matters, the A17 is surprisingly the better pick. For smoother performance and a more modern feel, the A18 is the better everyday phone. Compare Oppo A17 deals.

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Oppo A18 Specifications

Spec Scores

Under £200 Phones · 106 phones

Helio G85
Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)

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This phone

25%

Avg

23%

Best

40%

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This phone

25%

Avg

45%

Best

100%

Based on calibrated CPU benchmark rankings (60%) and GFXBench GPU scores (40%). Apple chipsets included via editorial calibration since AnTuTu under-represents Apple's architecture.

6.56 inches
720 x 1612 pixels
IPS, 90Hz, 720 nits peak

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This phone

39%

Avg

40%

Best

83%

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This phone

39%

Avg

60%

Best

100%

Based on panel type (LTPO is the modern flagship gold standard), resolution, refresh rate, peak brightness, screen size, and HDR10+ / Dolby Vision support. Marketing peak-brightness claims are capped at 3500 nits to prevent inflation.

Single camera setup
8 MP main camera
1080p video recording

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This phone

24%

Avg

26%

Best

49%

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This phone

24%

Avg

39%

Best

90%

Based on main-sensor size (1-inch / 1/1.3" beats 1/2.0"), telephoto reach (periscope > 5x > 3x optical), image processing tier (Apple Pro, Pixel Pro, Galaxy Ultra, Honor Magic Pro, Xiaomi Ultra), pro video features (ProRes, Apple Log, Dolby Vision), camera-partnership branding (Leica, Hasselblad, Zeiss) and OIS. Older flagships are de-rated since image processing pipelines have advanced significantly each generation. Megapixel count is deliberately downweighted — it correlates poorly with real-world camera quality.

5 MP front camera
1080p selfie video

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29%

Avg

38%

Best

80%

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This phone

29%

Avg

55%

Best

92%

Based on selfie megapixels and max selfie-video resolution.

5,000 mAh

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This phone

47%

Avg

49%

Best

79%

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47%

Avg

52%

Best

100%

Based on battery capacity (mAh) adjusted for platform efficiency calibrated against NotebookCheck, Tom's Guide, GSMArena and CNET reviewer tests. Apple A-series gets +45% (iOS process freezing + LTPO 1Hz + tuned panels make iPhone Pro Max outlast many 6500+ mAh Android phones in measured tests). Top Snapdragon / Dimensity flagships get +15%, budget chipsets are penalised −15% to −25% to reflect less efficient displays and looser background limits. Charging speed is excluded — see the separate Fast charging tag for that.

General

Dimensions

163.7 x 75 x 8.2

Weight

188 g

SIM

Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Operating System

Android 13, up to Android 15, ColorOS 15

Colours

Glowing Black, Glowing Blue

Radio

Body

Glowing Black, Glowing Blue

Camera

Primary Camera Megapixels

Primary Camera Video

1080@30fs

Second Camera

8 , f/2.0, (wide), AF Auxiliary lens

Selfie Camera Features

Panorama

Primary Selfie Camera

5 , f/2.2, (wide)

Video Resolution

1080

Selfie Video Resolution

1080@30fs

Display

Type

IPS LCD, 90Hz, 720 nits (peak)

Display Size

6.56

Display Resolution

720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)

CPU & Memory

Chipset

Helio G85

GPU

Mali-G52 MC2

CPU

Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)

Memory Card Slot

microSDXC

Internal Storage

64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM

Sound

Loudspeaker

Yes

3.5mm Jack

Yes

Connectivity & Data

2G

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100

4G

1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41

Network Speed

HSPA, LTE

Network Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band

Bluetooth

5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD

USB

USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

NFC

GPS

GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS

Battery

5000

Other

Sensors

Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass