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A78 vs Honor 90 Smart: Which One Should You Buy?

A78 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Oppo · 2023

A78

A78
80/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Honor · 2024

Honor 90 Smart

Honor 90 Smart
80/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

A78 wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

A78
A78
3 wins
Honor 90 Smart
Honor 90 Smart
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
A78Honor 90 Smart
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedA78
    80
    70
  • CameraA78
    84
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    86
    86
  • DisplayHonor 90 Smart
    74
    89
  • ConnectivityA78
    65
    55
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueHonor 90 Smart
    68
    85
Key differences
  • Honor 90 Smart has the bigger battery5,330 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Honor 90 Smart has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Honor 90 Smart has the bigger screen6.8" vs 6.56"
  • A78 is lighter188 g vs 199 g
  • A78 has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.1
  • A78 has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy A78
  • ✓11 g lighter (188 g vs 199 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50.1 MP main camera
  • ✓6.56" display at 90 Hz
Reasons to buy Honor 90 Smart
  • ✓Bigger 5,330 mAh battery (+330 mAh)
  • ✓6.8" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationA78Honor 90 Smart
1. Display & Screen🏆 Honor 90 Smart Wins Display
Screen typeIPS TFT LCDIPS LCD, 90Hz, 850 nits (peak)
Screen Size6.56"6.8"
Resolution & Density720x1612 (269 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate90 Hz120 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 A78 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 700 (7nm)Dimensity 6020
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsMali-G57 MC2Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 A78 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50.1 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 Lens8 MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 A78 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.8 x 75.04 x 7.99 mmN/A
Weight188 g199 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,330 mAh
Wired Fast Charging33W wired fast chargingFast 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
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.1, A2DP, LE
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

A78 wins — BeastScore 79.8/100

The A78 is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (188 g vs 199 g) and newer Bluetooth (5.3 vs 5.1). The Honor 90 Smart is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,330 mAh vs 5,000 mAh).

Buy A78 if you want

More RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB · Lighter: 188 g vs 199 g (11 g less)

Buy Honor 90 Smart if you want

Larger battery: 5,330 mAh vs 5,000 mAh · Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 90 Hz

Common questions

Which is better: A78 or Honor 90 Smart?

The A78 is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (188 g vs 199 g) and newer Bluetooth (5.3 vs 5.1). The Honor 90 Smart is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,330 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). BeastScore: A78 79.8/100, Honor 90 Smart 80.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between A78 and Honor 90 Smart?

A78 has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Honor 90 Smart has a 6.8-inch display and 5330 mAh battery.

How do A78 and Honor 90 Smart compare for speed?

A78 scores 80/100 for performance; Honor 90 Smart scores 70/100.

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