Oppo A38 vs Poco X8 Power
Compare Oppo A38 vs Poco X8 Power side by side: MediaTek Helio G85 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 5000mAh vs 10000mAh battery, $699 vs $349. Full…
Oppo
Oppo A38
$699
3categories won
Poco
X8 Power
$349
7categories won
10 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco X8 Power takes the overall win
The Poco X8 Power proves superior overall against the Oppo A38, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the X8 Power leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the X8 Power. Choose the X8 Power if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Oppo A38 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
X8 Power takes battery honors offering 10,000 mAh alongside 100W charging.
X8 Power provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and 12GB RAM.
X8 Power takes photography with 50MP optics.
X8 Power wins on budget and value at $349 compared to $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Oppo A38 vs X8 Power: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Oppo A38 | X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.56" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 | 1080 x 2400Winner |
| Pixel density | 269 ppi | 395 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 720 nitsWinner | 450 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Oppo A38 | X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 260,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 1390 | — |
| Maximum RAM | — | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Oppo A38 | X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 2 |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 5 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Oppo A38 | X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 10,000 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 33 W | 100 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Oppo A38 | X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 190 gWinner | 229 g |
| Thickness | 8.2 mmWinner | 8.6 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP68/IP69K |
| Build | — | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Oppo A38 | X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, ColorOS 14) | Android 13 |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Oppo A38 | X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | — |
| Storage expansion | microSD | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $349Winner |
Oppo A38
Oppo A38 brings 33W flash charging rarely seen in the ultra-budget class, coupled with a 50MP AI camera, 90Hz sunlight screen, and IP54 dust and splash resistance.
- Display
- 6.56"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G85
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, ColorOS 14)
Poco X8 Power
The Poco X8 Power is a highly specialized endurance phone built around a massive 10,000 mAh battery and IP69K ruggedness. While it offers strong Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance and 100W charging, its dim LCD screen and outdated Android 13 software severely limit its mainstream appeal.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 10,000mAh