Oppo A38 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold

The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 26/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 346,495); the Oppo A38 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Oppo A38 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A38
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 100
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 42
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Oppo A38 better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 299g

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1364
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 18 points higher (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Oppo A38 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Oppo A38 (53/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Oppo A38 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).

Oppo A38: The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo A38 Tecno Phantom V Fold
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 346495 1453683
Geekbench Single 420 1967
Geekbench Multi 1364 5401
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 2000x2296
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold
Brightness (peak) 720 nits 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 190 g 299 g
Price $129
Camera comparison
Oppo A38
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Oppo A38
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Oppo A38
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Oppo A38 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Oppo A38 MediaTek Helio G85
26/100
346495 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
44/100 +76.2%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Oppo A38 by 76.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo A38
$129
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Oppo A38 (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Oppo A38 (53/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Oppo A38 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (62/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Oppo A38 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Oppo A38 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.