The launch of the new Oppo A98 5G and the Oppo Reno 8 Pro has got everyone talking. While both devices have impressive specifications, some key differences set them apart. In this blog post, we will make a side-by-side comparison of the Oppo A98 5G vs. Oppo Reno 8 Pro. We will look at their design, display, camera, performance, and battery life to see which one comes out on top.
Oppo A98 5G Vs. Oppo Reno 8 Pro specifications
Oppo A98 5G:
- 6.67-inch AMOLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset
- 8GB of RAM
- 128GB of storage
- 108MP+2MP main camera
- 16MP front camera
- 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging
- Dual Sim, both nano size
- Side fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, compass, accelerometer, light sensor, and Proximity sensor
- Connectivity: 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, VoLTE
Oppo Reno 8 Pro:
- 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- Media Tek dimensity 8100 with an octa-core processor
- 8GB/12GB of RAM
- 128/256GB of storage
- 50MP+8MP+2MP main camera
- 32MP front camera
- 4500mAh li-polymer battery with 80W fast charging
- Connectivity: 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, VoLTE
- On-screen optical fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, compass, accelerometer, light sensor, and Proximity sensor
Design and display
When it comes to design, the Oppo A98 5G and Reno 8 Pro are both sleek and stylish smartphones. The Oppo A98 5G has a glossy plastic back panel with a metal frame, while the Reno Pro features a glass back panel with a metal frame. Both devices have thin bezels around the display and a small chin at the bottom.
In terms of display, the Oppo A98 5G has a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 1080*2400 pixel resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate with a waterdrop notch for the front-facing camera. The Reno 8 Pro also has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 1080*2412 pixel resolution and 120Hz refresh rate with an in-display fingerprint sensor. Both devices have good displays, but the Reno 8 Pro’s AMOLED display is slightly better in contrast ratio, brightness, and color reproduction.
When it comes to design and display, the Oppo A98 G and Reno 8 Pro are both great smartphones. However, the Reno 8 Pro’s AMOLED display is slightly better than the A98 5G’s AMOLED display.
Camera
When it comes to cameras, both phones are equipped with dual rear cameras. The Oppo A98 5G has a 108 MP + 2 MP setup, while the Reno 8 Pro has a 50MP + 8 MP+2MP configuration. The A98 5 has a 16 MP shooter for selfies, while the Reno 8 Pro has a 32 MP snapper.
In terms of video recording, the Oppo A98 5G can record videos up to 4K UHD resolution at 30fps, while the Reno 8 Pro can also go up to 4K resolution at 30fps.
The camera performance of both phones is quite good. The Reno 8 Pro takes detailed and vibrant photos with its 50 MP camera, while the A98 5G captures even more detailed and sharper images with its 108 MP main sensor. Both phones have good low-light performance as well. The Oppo A98 5G’s Night Mode helps it take brighter and clearer photos in low-light conditions, while the Reno 8 Pro’s Ultra Night Mode gives it an edge in terms of taking even better low-light photos.
In terms of video recording, both phones perform well too. Oppo A98 5G and Reno 8 Pro can record smooth and clear 4K videos, resulting in even sharper and more detailed videos.
Battery life and charging
When it comes to battery life, the Oppo A98 5G easily has the upper hand over the Oppo Reno 8 Pro. With a massive 5000mAh li battery, the A98 5G can easily last for more than a day of mixed usage. Even with heavy usage, you can expect the A98 5G to last for at least 12 hours.
On the other hand, the Oppo Reno 8 Pro only has a 4500mAh battery. While this is decent, it’s not as good as the A98 5G. With moderate usage, you can expect the Reno to last around 10 hours before needing a charge.
In terms of charging, both phones support fast charging. However, the Reno 8 Pro comes with an 80W charger, while the A98 5G has a 33W charger. This means the Reno 8 Pro will charge faster than the A98 5G.
Performance and software
The Oppo A98 5G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset and offers up to 12 GB of RAM. It has a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, the Oppo Reno 8 Pro is powered by a Media Tek dimensity 8100 chipset and offers up to 12 GB of RAM. It has a 6.7-inch display with a 1080 x 2412 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Both phones run on Android 12 with Oppo’s custom UI skin on top.
Verdict
In terms of performance, the Oppo A98 5G is the better phone as a more powerful chipset powers it. However, both phones offer similar levels of performance in everyday use. Both phones are also equally good when it comes to software. They both run on Android 12 with Oppo’s custom UI skin. This skin is based on Google’s Material Design principles and offers a clean and colorful user interface. Regarding battery life, the Oppo A98 5G easily has the upper hand over the Oppo Reno 8 Pro. In terms of charging, both phones support fast charging. This was our comparison of the Oppo A98 5G vs. Oppo Reno 8 Pro phones. TubeFame hopes this helps you decide on a phone.
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