Oppo A38 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 36/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 348,562); the Oppo A38 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A38
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Oppo A38 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A38 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A38
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo A38
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A38
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A38 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Oppo A38 by 91.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A38
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (98/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (81/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 by 52 points (88/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A38 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.