Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Oppo A38
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Oppo A38 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo A38 leads — 26/100 vs 18/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Oppo A38 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't.
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Oppo A38
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 39/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 195g
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Oppo A38, the Oppo A38 scores 8 points higher (26/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo A38 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo A38 is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Oppo A38 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 720 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g | |
| Price | — | $129 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Oppo A38
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Oppo A38
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Oppo A38
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Oppo A38 is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Oppo A38?
The Oppo A38 edges out the Infinix Hot 12 Play by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Oppo A38?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Oppo A38 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Oppo A38?
The Oppo A38 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Oppo A38?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.