The Blackview A96 is a mid-range smartphone that was released in September 2023. It is the successor to the Blackview A95 and features a 6.5-inch IPS display with 120 Hz dynamic refresh, as well as a 48 MP main camera with 16MP front-facing camera. The Blackview A96 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor, with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage and 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support.
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Blackview A96 Key Specs and Features
- 6.5 inches IPS LCD Display, 1080 x 2400 pixels (~405 ppi density), ~85.0% screen-to-body ratio
- Android 13, Doke OS 3.1
- Mediatek MT8781 Helio G99 (6nm) Octa Core Processor
- 8GB, 12GB RAM
- 48 MP (wide) + 8 MP (ultrawide) Dual Rear Camera
- 16 MP Front Camera
- Fingerprint Sensor (side mounted)
- 256GB Built-in Storage
- 4G LTE
- 18W Fast Charging Capacity
- 4380 mAh Non-removable Li-Po Battery
Design and Display
Similar to the design trend of the Blackview A series, A96 has an elegant build with a flat-edges along and aluminum alloy frames. It has a glass front and back with glossy silky-smooth metallic frames. This android phone has a matte-finish which adds a touch of elegance to the look and tactile comfort to the touch.
Meanwhile, the A96 measures a dimension of 161.8 x 74.2 x 8.6 mm and weighs 193.9 grams, which makes it your perfect companion to any occasion.
On the front of the device, there is a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a waterdrop notch at the top for the front-facing camera. It also has thin bezel surrounding the display. The screen has a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and 405 PPI density. Furthermore, the Blackview A96 display has a standard refresh rate of 120Hz which ensures smoother and more responsive on-screen animations and interactions.
Additionally, A96 features a screen that is certified with TÜV SÜD Low Blue Light Certification. This certification helps in reducing eye fatigue and strain, contributing to a more comfortable and eye-friendly viewing experience.
On the back, there is a triple-ring camera module located in the top left corner, along with a LED flash. This camera bump slightly protrude by a millimeter above the body. Meanwhile, the Blackview A96 comes with two understated color options, including Obsidian Black and Provence Purple.
Camera
The A96 has a dual camera setup on the rear including a 48-megapixel wide camera, and 8-megapixel ultrawide camera. At the front there is a single camera. Meanwhile, the 48MP sensor is capable of capturing high-resolution images with excellent detail and color accuracy, even in low-light conditions. The camera also features AI-powered software that can automatically adjust settings such as exposure and focus to produce the best possible results.
Additionally, the 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera offers 117-degree field of view that makes it ideal for capturing landscapes, group shots. The rear camera also LED flash, HDR, and panorama mode. For video recording, these camera can record videos up to 1440p and 1080p resolution at 30 frames per second (fps).
On the front, the Blackview A96 has a 16 MP wide camera that is capable of capturing high-quality selfies and supporting video calls. Like the rear camera, this camera also capture 1080p resolution video at 30 frames per second.
Hardware and Software
The Blackview A96 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 processor with two core Cortex A76 clocked up to 2.2GHz and 6 power-efficient Cortex A55 chip clocked up to 2.0GHz. This 6nm architecture provides a balance between power efficiency and performance, ensuring smooth operation and efficient multitasking on the device.
Additionally, the A96 is equipped with Mali-G57 MC2 for graphics processing, ensuring smooth visuals and efficient performance for gaming and multimedia experiences. It also comes with an option of either 8GB or 12GB of RAM, allowing for decent multitasking capabilities, and offers 256GB of internal storage on both model. This smartphone lack support for an external storage card, hence the internal storage is non-expandable.
This Blackview device is equipped with a large 4380 mAh battery, ensuring long-lasting usage and reducing the need for frequent recharging. This phone also supports 18W fast charging capacity. It allows users to enjoy a full day of use without worrying about running out of battery power.
Meanwhile, the Blackview A96 also includes a variety of connectivity options, including support for 4G networks, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC and GPS. It also includes a USB Type-C 2.0, port for charging and data transfer, as well as a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio.
Blackview A96Price and Availbility
Blackview A96 price starts at $ 173.99, €168 and ₹14,999 in India. The Blackview A96 price in Nigeria is expected about ₦250,500.
Blackview A96 Specs
Here are a few specs of the Blackview A96:
General Features
- Platform: Android 13, Doke OS 3.1
- Processor: Mediatek MT8781 Helio G99 (6nm) Octa Core Processor (2.2 GHz dual-core Cortex-A76 and 2.0 GHz hexa-core Cortex-A55)
- GPU: Mali-G57 MC2
- Memory: 8GB, 12GB RAM
- Colours: Provence Purple, Obsidian Black
- Dimension: 161.8 x 74.2 x 8.6 mm
- Weight: 193.9 g
- SIM Type: Nano SIM
- SIM Count: Dual SIM
Display
- Display: 6.5 inches IPS LCD Display, 1080 x 2400 pixels (~405 ppi density), ~85.0% screen-to-body ratio, 120Hz
- Screen Protection: Yes
- Foldable Display: No
Camera
- Rear Camera: 48 MP (wide), PDAF + 8 MP (ultrawide), 117˚ FoV Dual Camera
- Rear Camera Features: LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps
- Front Camera: 16 MP (wide) Camera, 1080p@30fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 256GB
- Memory Card Support: No
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
- 2G CDMA 1X: CDMA 800 / 1900
- 3G WCDMA: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
- 3G CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: 4G Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66
- 5G: No
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: No
- WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
- NFC: Yes
- Infrared Blaster: –
- USB Port: Yes, USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes
- Video Player: Yes
- FM Radio: Yes
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: –
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: –
- SpO2: –
- Pedometer: –
- Heart Rate Monitor: –
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes, (side mounted)
- Iris Scanner: –
- Face Unlock: –
- Stylus Pen: –
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: –
- Wireless Charging: –
- Built-in Mobile Payment: –
- Water Resistant: –
- Dust Resistant: –
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: –
- Document Editor: –
Battery
- Battery: 4380 mAh Non-removable Li-ion Battery
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: 18W Fast Charging Capacity