Xiaomi Redmi A5 vs OPPO A38

Compare Xiaomi Redmi A5 and OPPO A38 side by side, including display, battery, camera, chipset, and other key specifications.

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Xiaomi Redmi A5

Android 15 (Go Edition)

Starting priceRs. 22,999

Memory4GB / 64GB & 128GB

Battery5200mAh (typical)

OPPO A38

Android 13, ColorOS 13.1

Starting priceRs. 44,999

Memory6GB / 128GB

Battery5000 mAh

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The important differences at a glance

Xiaomi Redmi A5 and OPPO A38 lead in different areas, so the better choice depends on what matters to you.

Based on listed specifications

Lower starting priceXiaomi Redmi A5Rs. 22,000 less

Smoother displayXiaomi Redmi A5120 Hz refresh rate

Battery capacityXiaomi Redmi A55,200 mAh listed capacity

Faster chargingOPPO A3833W listed charging

Main camera resolutionOPPO A3850 MP main camera

Lighter bodyOPPO A383 g lighter

This summary uses catalog data and current starting prices. Camera quality, software experience, and real-world battery life can differ from raw specifications.

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Specification	Xiaomi Redmi A5	OPPO A38
Variants & Pricing
All Variants	PK: 4GB / 64GB & 128GB, Rs. 22,999, PTA: Yes, Card slot: Yes, Availability: Yes, Colors: Midnight Black, Sandy Gold, Lake Green, Ocean Blue	PK: 6GB / 128GB, Rs. 44,999, PTA: Yes, Card slot: Yes, Availability: Yes, Colors: Glowing Black, Glowing Gold
Price	Rs. 22,999	Rs. 44,999
PTA Approved	Yes	Yes
RAM	4GB	6GB
Storage	64GB & 128GB	128GB
Card Slot	Yes	Yes
Colors	Midnight Black, Sandy Gold, Lake Green, Ocean Blue	Glowing Black, Glowing Gold
Availability	Yes	Yes
Currency	PKR	PKR
Basic
Launch Date	2025-05-25	2023-09-01
Security Updates Until	N/A	N/A
Upcoming Device	No	No
Status	Available	Available
Manufacturer	Xiaomi	OPPO
Warranty	1 Year Limited Warranty	1 Year Limited Warranty
Official Website	N/A	https://www.oppo.com
OS	Android 15 (Go Edition)	Android 13, ColorOS 13.1
Android Version	Android 15	Android 13
Performance
Chipset	UNISOC T7250, 12nm, Octa-core	MediaTek Helio G85
CPU	Octa-core (2×1.8 GHz + 6×1.6 GHz)	Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Mali-G57 MP1	Mali-G52 MC2
Benchmark	AnTuTu	N/A
Benchmark Score	210000	N/A
Benchmark Remarks	Basic performance for daily use	N/A
Display
Size	6.88 Inches	6.56 inches
Type	Large screen display (Wet Touch supported)	LCD, 90Hz, 720 nits
Resolution	1640 x 720, 260ppi	720 x 1612 pixels
PPI Density	260	269
Refresh Rate	Up to 120Hz	90Hz
Body
Dimensions	171.7mm x 77.8mm x 8.26mm	163.74 x 75.03 x 8.16 mm
Weight	193g	190 g
SIM	Dual SIM + microSD	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
IP Rating	N/A	N/A
Battery
Battery	5200mAh (typical)	5000 mAh
Charging	15W fast charging \| USB Type-C	33W SUPERVOOC
Camera
Back Camera	32MP \| filmCamera \| HDR \| Ultra HD \| Night mode	50 MP, f/1.8 (wide) + 2 MP (mono)
Front Camera	8MP \| HDR mode \| Fill-light \| Portrait mode \| Time-lapse \| Night mode	5 MP, f/2.2
Back Camera Count	1	2
Front Camera Count	1	1
Back Video	Yes	1080p@30fps
Front Video	Yes	1080p@30fps
Back Flash	Yes	Yes
Front Flash	Yes	No
Camera Features	HDR, Night mode, Portrait, Ultra HD	LED flash, HDR, Panorama, Google Lens, Night Mode
Zoom	Digital zoom	Digital zoom
Connectivity
Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
SIM Type	Dual SIM	Dual SIM
Wi-Fi	Yes	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth	Yes	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LDAC
GPS	GPS, Glonass, Galileo, BDS (only B1C)	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
NFC	No	Yes
Infrared	No	No
Radio	Yes	No
USB	USB Type-C	USB Type-C
Sensors
Fingerprint	Fingerprint and Face Unlock	Fingerprint (side-mounted)
Others	Virtual proximity sensor, Virtual ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Electronic compass	Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass