A74
A 33 W-charging AMOLED budget Oppo — sub-$300 essentials done well.
The Oppo A74 is a budget Oppo smartphone released Apr 2021, with a launch price of $249. It pairs the Snapdragon 662 with a 6.43" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 48 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 58/100 — AMOLED on a strict budget, 2021 edition. Standout strengths: real amoled at $249 — rare in 2021. and 33 w charging is genuinely useful. Main trade-off: 60 hz amoled.
AMOLED on a strict budget, 2021 edition.
A74 brought a real AMOLED — rare at $249 in 2021 — and 33 W charging to budget buyers. The 60 Hz cap and dated chip were the price; for buyers who valued the inky panel over a smoother refresh rate it served well in its window.
Read the full review- Real AMOLED at $249 — rare in 2021.
- 33 W charging is genuinely useful.
- 175 g, slim 7.95 mm.
- jack + microSD.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the A74 compares
| A74 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | A92 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 58 | 89 | 58 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 662 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 665 |
| Display | 6.43" AMOLED 60 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 48 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $249 | $1,299 | $290 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the A74 released?
The A74 was released in Apr 2021.
How much does the A74 cost?
The A74 launched at $249 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the A74 screen size and type?
The A74 has a 6.43" AMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the A74 use?
The A74 is powered by the Snapdragon 662 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the A74 have?
The A74 ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the A74 battery capacity?
The A74 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the A74 charge?
The A74 supports 33 W wired charging.
What is the A74 main camera?
The A74 has a 48 MP main camera.
Does the A74 have a headphone jack?
The A74 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the A74 get software updates?
The A74 update policy: support ended.
How much does the A74 weigh?
The A74 weighs 175 g.
What colours does the A74 come in?
The A74 is available in 2 colours: Prism Black, Midnight Blue.
Is the A74 worth buying?
A74 brought a real AMOLED — rare at $249 in 2021 — and 33 W charging to budget buyers. The 60 Hz cap and dated chip were the price; for buyers who valued the inky panel over a smoother refresh rate it served well in its window. SpecEagle gives the A74 an editorial score of 58/100.
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