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A5 Pro vs Oppo A96 (China): Which One Should You Buy?

A5 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.1/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Oppo · 2024

A5 Pro

A5 Pro
83/ 100
Launch price$599
Oppo · 2022

Oppo A96 (China)

Oppo A96 (China)
83/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

A5 Pro wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

A5 Pro
A5 Pro
3 wins
Oppo A96 (China)
Oppo A96 (China)
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
A5 ProOppo A96 (China)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedA5 Pro
    90
    86
  • CameraA5 Pro
    84
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryA5 Pro
    96
    80
  • DisplayOppo A96 (China)
    62
    84
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOppo A96 (China)
    80
    85
Key differences
  • A5 Pro has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
  • A5 Pro has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.43"
  • A5 Pro is lighter180 g vs 191 g
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy A5 Pro
  • ✓11 g lighter (180 g vs 191 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 6,000 mAh battery (+1,500 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Oppo A96 (China)
  • ✓6.43" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationA5 ProOppo A96 (China)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Oppo A96 (China) Wins Display
Screen typeNot listedIPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)
Screen Size6.7"6.43"
Resolution & DensityN/A FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh RateNot listed120 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 A5 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4nm)Snapdragon 695 5G
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsMali-G615 MC2Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid Android 11
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 A5 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MPundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 A5 Pro Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight180 g191 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 A5 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BluetoothNot listed5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$599Price on request
Our verdict

A5 Pro wins — BeastScore 83.1/100

The A5 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.43").

Buy A5 Pro if you want

Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh · Lighter: 180 g vs 191 g (11 g less)

Buy Oppo A96 (China) if you want

Reliable all-round performance.

Common questions

Which is better: A5 Pro or Oppo A96 (China)?

The A5 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.43"). BeastScore: A5 Pro 83.1/100, Oppo A96 (China) 82.9/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between A5 Pro and Oppo A96 (China)?

A5 Pro has a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. Oppo A96 (China) has a 6.43-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.

How do A5 Pro and Oppo A96 (China) compare for speed?

A5 Pro scores 90/100 for performance; Oppo A96 (China) scores 86/100.

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