Oppo A5 Energy vs Xiaomi 12: Which One Should You Buy?
Oppo A5 Energy edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.1/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Oppo A5 Energy
Xiaomi 12
Oppo A5 Energy wins 4 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedXiaomi 128690
- CameraXiaomi 128091
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryOppo A5 Energy9180
- DisplayXiaomi 128486
- ConnectivityOppo A5 Energy6555
- SecurityOppo A5 Energy10034
- ValueOppo A5 Energy8568
- Oppo A5 Energy has the bigger battery5,800 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
- Xiaomi 12 charges faster67W vs 45W
- Oppo A5 Energy has the bigger screen6.67" vs 6.28"
- Xiaomi 12 is lighter179 g vs 194 g
- Oppo A5 Energy has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.2
- Xiaomi 12 has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Dimensity 6300
- Oppo A5 Energy is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP53
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Oppo A5 Energy wins — BeastScore 85.1/100
The Oppo A5 Energy is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,800 mAh vs 4,500 mAh) and bigger screen (6.67" vs 6.28"). The Xiaomi 12 is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (67W vs 45W).
Larger battery: 5,800 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
Faster wired charging: 67W vs 45W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Common questions
Which is better: Oppo A5 Energy or Xiaomi 12?
The Oppo A5 Energy is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,800 mAh vs 4,500 mAh) and bigger screen (6.67" vs 6.28"). The Xiaomi 12 is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (67W vs 45W). BeastScore: Oppo A5 Energy 85.1/100, Xiaomi 12 85.2/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Oppo A5 Energy and Xiaomi 12?
Oppo A5 Energy has a 6.67-inch display and 5800 mAh battery. Xiaomi 12 has a 6.28-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.
How do Oppo A5 Energy and Xiaomi 12 compare for speed?
Oppo A5 Energy scores 86/100 for performance; Xiaomi 12 scores 90/100.
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