OPPO’s new A5 Pro series can survive Banjir, Bomba, and your Butterfingers

If you’re the kind of person who has dropped your phone on your face (more than once), accidentally baptised it in teh tarik, or taken it on unexpected swimming lessons… OPPO might have just dropped (pun intended) your dream phone.

OPPO Malaysia has unveiled the A5 Pro 5G and A5 Pro, and let us tell you, these phones are tougher than your mother’s Rotan and cooler than your cousin with the sports bike. Launched at the Jalan Hang Tuah Fire and Rescue Station – because who better to test durability than the Bomba – these phones promise rugged reliability for outdoor adventures, gaming, and everything in between.

It can survive water, fire, and maybe your cousin’s karaoke sessions

You know a phone is serious about survival when it boasts IP69, IP68, and IP66 water and dust resistance. Translation? It can survive rain, sweat, dust, and even high-pressure water sprays. Accidentally dropped it in a flood during banjir season? No problem. OPPO even added “Splash Touch” technology so you can use the phone with wet fingers – because sometimes life just happens.

As if that wasn’t enough, the A5 Pro series also earned Military-Grade Shock Resistance certification. This means if you drop it (and we know you will), its upgraded double-tempering glass and AM04 high-strength aluminium alloy frame will absorb the impact. It’s like having a mini airbag for your phone.

Bomba-approved: RM1 from every purchase goes to MASKAB

In the spirit of giving back, OPPO is donating RM1 from every purchase of the A5 Pro series to Majlis Sukan, Kebajikan dan Kebudayaan Anggota Bomba (MASKAB) with a goal of raising RM100,000. So every time you flex your new phone, you’re also supporting the brave souls who run into burning buildings while we run away from spicy sambal.

Gaming and Netflix marathons just got a major upgrade

Let’s talk performance. The A5 Pro 5G runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 platform, while the A5 Pro rocks the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen1. Both models offer up to 12GB RAM (expandable with OPPO’s RAM Expansion) and 256GB of storage. Translation? Say goodbye to lag and hello to marathon gaming sessions.

For gamers, OPPO’s AI GameBoost ensures steady frame rates and smooth gameplay. Plus, the Ultra Bright Display hits 1,000 nits, so you can still see your screen under direct sunlight (or when your game buddy refuses to turn off the lights). And thanks to dual stereo speakers with Ultra Volume Mode, your games, movies, and viral TikToks will sound as epic as they look.

Stay connected with Oppo A5 Pro, even when your telco gives up

Ever had your connection die in crowded malls or elevators? The A5 Pro 5G features OPPO’s AI LinkBoost 2.0 technology, ensuring you stay connected no matter where you are. Plus, BeaconLink lets you make voice calls via Bluetooth up to 205m away, even with zero mobile signal. In short: this phone refuses to be ghosted by weak signals.

Lights, camera, underwater action with Oppo A5 Pro series!

For the selfie kings and queens, the A5 Pro series comes with a 50MP Ultra-Clear Main Camera, a 2MP Portrait Camera, and an 8MP Front Camera. Bonus: you can now take underwater photos – perfect for pool parties or when you accidentally drop it in the sink while watching recipe videos. The AI-powered features like Portrait Mode, AI Reflection Remover, and AI Clarity Enhancer ensure you always look like a star, even if you just rolled out of bed.

The prices and where to get it (don’t worry, it’s not a big dent)

Starting from 12 March, the OPPO A5 Pro 5G will be available in Bloom Pink and Mocha Brown, while the OPPO A5 Pro rocks an exclusive Olive Green. Prices start at RM1,099 for the A5 Pro 5G and RM899 for the A5 Pro. Plus, every purchase comes with a free OPPO x UEFA Champions League cross-body bag and an OPPO Care Plus Protection plan worth RM1,108. Top up RM100, and you’ll also score a pair of OPPO Enco Buds3 Pro.

Interested? Head to OPPO Brand Stores, My OPPO Space, OPPO Authorized Dealers, Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, or the OPPO Estore to grab yours.

So, whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a gaming pro, or just someone who drops their phone a lot – the OPPO A5 Pro series is ready to handle it all. Banjir? No problem. Lag? Not here. Spicy sambal explosion? Bring it on.