OPPO is preparing to launch a new budget-friendly 5G smartphone in China, set to feature a massive 7,000 mAh battery, as it clears final regulatory hurdles.
The smartphone, identified by its model number PLT120, has received safety certification for wireless connectivity from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). This approval, marked by certificate number 2025-21820, signals its imminent market debut.
The PLT120 is positioned as a mid-range, cost-effective device with a focus on extended battery life. While its actual capacity is 6,830 mAh, OPPO is expected to market it as 7,000 mAh, a common industry practice.
Prior to MIIT approval, the device underwent testing by China’s Telecommunication Equipment Certification Center (TENAA). TENAA’s filings provided initial details on the phone’s specifications.
It will feature a 6.75-inch LCD screen with HD+ resolution of 1570×720 pixels. The phone measures 166.6 x 78.5 x 8.61 mm and weighs 216 grams.
Processing power comes from an undisclosed mid-range octa-core chipset, clocked at up to 2.40 GHz. Users will have options for 8 GB or 12 GB of RAM, paired with 128 GB to 512 GB of internal storage.
The PLT120 will run ColorOS 15, based on the Android 15 operating system. It supports 5G connectivity for both non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA) networks, alongside 4G LTE, WCDMA, GSM, and Bluetooth capabilities.
For photography, the device includes a 50-megapixel primary rear camera, complemented by a 2-megapixel secondary lens. A front-facing 8-megapixel camera handles selfies. Essential features like a fingerprint scanner are also integrated.
Industry observers, including the website Diztel, reported on the device’s certifications and anticipated launch. The new model is widely speculated to join OPPO’s popular A-series of smartphones.