Oppo A38 vs ZTE Blade V80 Pro

The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Oppo A38 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro doesn't.

The ZTE Blade V80 Pro edges out the Oppo A38 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A38
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 55
What makes Oppo A38 better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 5W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 195g

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V80 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the ZTE Blade V80 Pro, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads (38/100 vs 24/100). 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, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo A38 and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). 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 ZTE Blade V80 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Oppo A38: The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V80 Pro: The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo A38 ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Unisoc T7280
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 900x1940
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 5W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 720 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP64
Dimensions 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm 166.0×79.0×7.7 mm
Weight 190 g 195 g
Price $129
Camera comparison
Oppo A38
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
38
camera
Display comparison
Oppo A38
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Oppo A38
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo A38
$129
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Oppo A38 and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).

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 ZTE Blade V80 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

The ZTE Blade V80 Pro edges out the Oppo A38 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

The ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads on camera score (38/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.