Oppo A38 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 36/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 346,495); the Oppo A38 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Oppo A38
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Oppo A38 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 720 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Oppo A38
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Oppo A38
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo A38
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Oppo A38 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Oppo A38 by 86.8% in our overall performance rating.
Oppo A38
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (90/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A38 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Oppo A38 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.