The Oppo F23 is a newly released budget 5G smartphone that packs quite a punch for its affordable price point. Announced in May 2023 and running Android 13 out of the box with an upgrade path to Android 14, the F23 aims to provide a smooth software experience backed by capable hardware.

Display and Design
The F23 sports a large 6.72-inch IPS LCD with a 1080 x 2400 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 550 nits of typical brightness. The screen-to-body ratio is an impressive 86.5%. IOnthe hother and, the phone has a solid but lightweight build weighing 192 grams with an 8.2mm thickness. It will be available in Cool Black and Bold Gold colors.

Performance
Under the hood is the capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset built on a 6nm process. This octa-core CPU with up to 2.2GHz clock speeds is paired with an Adreno 619 GPU to handle graphics duties. The F23 comes in 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB + 256GB configurations with UFS 2.2 storage and a microSD card slot.

Cameras
On the rear, the F23 has a triple camera setup led by a 64MP f/1.8 main shooter with PDAF. There are also 2MP microscopes and depth sensors. For selfies, you get a 32MP f/2.4 front camera. Both cameras can record 1080p 30fps video.

Battery and Charging
According to Oppo’s claims, keeping the lights on is a respectable 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W wired fast charging that can get you to 50% in just 18 minutes.

Connectivity
The F23 supports sub-6GHz 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and a USB-C 2.0 port. It lacks NFC, retains the 3.5mm headphone jack, and has an infrared blaster.

Pricing and Availability
The Oppo F23 went on sale starting May 18, 2023, and has an approximate price of #179,550 Naira for Nigerian markets.

Overall, the Oppo F23 seems like a well-rounded budget 5G option with a modern design, smooth display, capable performance, solid battery life, and a decent camera setup. It could be an appealing choice for buyers on a tight budget looking for an affordable smartphone that checks most of the key boxes.