Oppo A6 vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra: Which One Should You Buy?

Oppo A6 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Oppo · 2026

Oppo A6

Oppo A6
85/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2022

Xiaomi 12S Ultra

Xiaomi 12S Ultra
84/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Head-to-head

Oppo A6 wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Oppo A6
Oppo A6
3 wins
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
Oppo A6Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedXiaomi 12S Ultra
    79
    90
  • CameraXiaomi 12S Ultra
    80
    91
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryOppo A6
    95
    80
  • DisplayOppo A6
    89
    88
  • ConnectivityTie
    65
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOppo A6
    85
    55
Key differences
  • Oppo A6 has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 4,860 mAh
  • Oppo A6 has the bigger screen6.75" vs 6.73"
  • Oppo A6 is lighter216 g vs 225 g
  • Oppo A6 has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.3
  • Xiaomi 12S Ultra has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Oppo A6
  • ✓9 g lighter (216 g vs 225 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 7,000 mAh battery (+2,140 mAh)
  • ✓6.75" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.73" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationOppo A6Xiaomi 12S Ultra
1. Display & Screen🏆 Oppo A6 Wins Display
Screen typeBlack & White LCD Screen (16.7 M)LTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6.75"6.73"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 3200x1440 (521 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz adaptive
BrightnessN/A1,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi 12S Ultra Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 685 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 730
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256 GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 12S Ultra Wins Camera
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX989
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/4.1, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A48 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP32 MP, f/2.45
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Oppo A6 Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A163.18 x 74.97 x 9.06 mm
Weight216 g225 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Oppo A6 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity7,000 mAh4,860 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging67W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardYes, with wifi-hotspotWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothYes, v5.4, SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD5.3
USB Port & SpeedYes, USB-C v2.0USB-C 2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$1,199
Our verdict

Oppo A6 wins — BeastScore 84.5/100

The Oppo A6 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 4,860 mAh) and bigger screen (6.75" vs 6.73"). The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB).

Buy Oppo A6 if you want

Larger battery: 7,000 mAh vs 4,860 mAh · Lighter: 216 g vs 225 g (9 g less)

Buy Xiaomi 12S Ultra if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB

Common questions

Which is better: Oppo A6 or Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Oppo A6 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 4,860 mAh) and bigger screen (6.75" vs 6.73"). The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). BeastScore: Oppo A6 84.5/100, Xiaomi 12S Ultra 84.3/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Oppo A6 and Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

Oppo A6 has a 6.75-inch display and 7000 mAh battery. Xiaomi 12S Ultra has a 6.73-inch display and 4860 mAh battery.

How do Oppo A6 and Xiaomi 12S Ultra compare for speed?

Oppo A6 scores 79/100 for performance; Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 90/100.

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