It has a 720p screen, and I usually expect to see a 1080p display at the price. However, the effect is less pronounced than I expected, and is offset by the size of the display. I'd rather watch a 15-minute YouTube video on the Oppo A9 2020 than a phone with a more advanced 5.5-inch screen.

Killer battery life; Large screen; Dual field of view camera

Low screen resolution; Glass-look back is plastic; Two of the four rear cameras don't do much

The Oppo A9 2020 is not the most impressive phone around on paper. It has a 720p screen and costs more than the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, which has a 1080p display. Only two of its four rear cameras are useful too, but two solid cameras at £220 isn’t bad. However, the screen is surprisingly decent-looking and there’s a good chance you’ll fall in love with the Oppo A9 2020’s battery life – I did.

Killer battery life; Large screen; Dual field of view camera;

Low screen resolution; Glass-look back is plastic; Two of the four rear cameras don't do much;

The OPPO A9 2020 does offer some very nice features especially for a mid-range device but there are also quite a few compromises that a majority of users might not be willing to overlook.

Large display; Great battery life; Good main camera; Decent overall performance; Triple card tray; Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos; Reverse charging

No fast charging; 720p display; Average low-light photos; Weak haptics motor; Spam notifications; Pre-installed bloatware

The Oppo A9 2020 is proof that you don't need to pay a fortune for flagship features. With a killer battery, a classy design and a camera that's not to be sniffed at - we'd highly recommend this sub-£250 phone.

A big screen, an almost everlasting battery and solid specs make the Oppo A9 2020 one of the best affordable phones for those who stream a lot of video, and a still great option for almost everyone else on a limited budget.

Superb battery life; Better than average night photos; Good-quality stereo speakers

Plastic back; Two of the four rear cameras seem to do very little; No NFC = no Google Pay

To kick off the new year, we have the Oppo A9 2020 , a handset costing just £220 (inc. VAT) that gives you an impressive amount of capability for the cash.