Oppo A38 vs Realme Narzo 50 Pro
The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Realme Narzo 50 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo A38 leads — 26/100 vs 25/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Oppo A38 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro doesn't.
Oppo A38
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 181g vs 190g
- Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the Realme Narzo 50 Pro, the Oppo A38 scores 1 points higher (26/100 vs 25/100). 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 Realme Narzo 50 Pro is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100. In the "design" category, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Oppo A38 | Realme Narzo 50 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 720 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm | 160.2×73.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 181 g | |
| Price | $129 | — |
Oppo A38
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Oppo A38
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Oppo A38
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
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 Realme Narzo 50 Pro is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the Realme Narzo 50 Pro?
The Oppo A38 edges out the Realme Narzo 50 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the Realme Narzo 50 Pro?
The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the Realme Narzo 50 Pro?
The Realme Narzo 50 Pro leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the Realme Narzo 50 Pro?
The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme Narzo 50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.