Our verdict
The OPPO A6x is a £119 phone (128GB version, checked 1 August 2026) built to be cheap rather than impressive. It has a 6.7-inch screen, which is large enough for reading and video, but Fnac Lab measured a resolution of 720 x 1570 pixels, or 257 pixels per inch. That is lower than many phones at this size, so text and photos look softer. It has 4GB of memory (RAM), which is fine for calls, messaging and maps but limits how many apps run smoothly together. A microSD slot lets you add storage. Fnac Lab measured 16 hours 45 minutes of battery life in its test, but also found the screen too dim for comfortable use outdoors.
Buy it if
- You want a large-screen phone for calls, messages, maps and video at a very low price
- You want to add photos and downloads with a microSD card instead of paying for more built-in storage
- Battery life matters more to you than screen sharpness or camera quality
Skip it if
- You use your phone for contactless payments, which needs NFC
- You often use your phone outdoors in bright light
- You want sharp photos in dim rooms or a phone that stays quick with many apps open
How it would fit your home
A first or spare phone
Calls, WhatsApp, maps and video on a big screen, at a price where losing or breaking it hurts less.
Storing lots of photos and downloads
128GB of built-in storage plus a microSD slot gives more room than many phones at this price.
Paying by phone
Not a good fit. Fnac Lab lists no NFC, so tap-to-pay with the phone is not available.
The details, in plain English
Screen
The screen measures 6.7 inches with a resolution of 720 x 1570 pixels, which works out at 257 pixels per inch. That means fewer tiny dots than on a mid-range phone, so small text and fine detail look less sharp. Fnac Lab called the resolution rather poor and found the brightness too low for comfortable use outdoors. Indoors it is fine for reading, maps and video, and the large size helps. If you often use your phone in sunshine, look at a brighter model.
Performance and storage
The phone has 4GB of memory (RAM), the working space apps use, and 128GB of storage. Four gigabytes is enough for calls, messaging and browsing, but switching between several apps can cause pauses. The microSD slot is a real advantage at this price: you can add a card for photos and downloads later. Our sources did not confirm the processor, so we cannot say how it compares with rivals.
Battery and charging
Fnac Lab measured 16 hours 45 minutes of battery life in its lab test, and 2 hours 6 minutes to charge fully. In everyday terms, that suggests a day of normal use, though real results depend on signal, screen brightness and what you do. That charging time is slow by current standards, so plan to plug it in overnight. The charging speed in watts was not confirmed by our sources, so check what comes in the box.
Cameras and extras
Rear and front cameras handle daylight snaps and video calls. Low-light photography and zoom are where budget hardware shows, so do not expect flattering night shots. The phone runs Android 15, has Bluetooth 5.0, takes two Nano SIMs and weighs 211g, so it feels chunky in the pocket. Fnac Lab lists no NFC. Sources disagree on whether it has 5G, so check the exact model before buying if you need it.
Strengths and drawbacks
What it does well
- Large 6.7-inch screen: easy to read for messages, maps and video
- 128GB of storage plus a microSD slot, so photos and downloads have room
- Fnac Lab measured 16 hours 45 minutes of battery life in its own test
- Runs Android 15, and rear and front cameras cover everyday snaps
What to watch out for
- Low-resolution screen: 720 x 1570 pixels (257 pixels per inch) looks soft, and Fnac Lab called it rather poor
- Fnac Lab found the screen too dim in bright sunshine
- No NFC, so no contactless payments with the phone
- Only 4GB of memory: expect slowdowns with several apps open
- Low-light photos and zoom are likely to show the budget hardware
At £119, the A6x competes with other budget phones from Samsung, Motorola and Xiaomi. Check rivals with the same 128GB of storage, and look at screen resolution, NFC, the update period and the charger before choosing. Some slightly dearer phones give a sharper, brighter screen and faster performance. The A6x mainly stands out for price, screen size and the microSD slot.
Alternatives we have reviewed
| Product | Our verdict | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
 OPPO A6x (this one) | A sensible choice for someone who wants a cheap, simple phone with a big screen and lots of storage, provided they accept a low-resolution screen and modest speed. | £119128GB storage, Price recorded 1 Aug 2026 | Check price |
 Samsung Galaxy A17 | A sensible budget Samsung for everyday essentials on a roomy screen, as long as you check you are buying the 4G SM-A175 version you want. | £169RRP · 128GB storage, RRP recorded 12 Oct 2026 | Check price |
 Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | A sensible basic Samsung for calls, streaming and long ownership, provided you accept slower speed when several apps are open. | £199RRP · 128GB, RRP recorded 12 Oct 2026 | Check price |
 Motorola Moto G86 5G | A strong-value everyday phone for a bright screen and long battery life, provided you do not plan to keep it for many years. | £279.99RRP · 256GB, RRP recorded 12 Oct 2026 | Check price |
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Where our findings come from
Research-based review. Specifications and measurements come from the sources listed below, mainly Fnac Lab's laboratory test, and the battery, charging and screen figures quoted are theirs. We did not test this phone ourselves.