Oppo A5 (China) vs Xiaomi 17
The Oppo A5 (China) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 52/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 737,054).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A5 (China)
Xiaomi 17
What makes Oppo A5 (China) better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 191g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A5 (China) vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 35 points higher (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 (China) (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 (China) (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Oppo A5 (China) (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A5 (China) is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A5 (China) | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×74.5×7.7 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A5 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo A5 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A5 (China)
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A5 (China) and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Oppo A5 (China) by 78.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A5 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 (China) (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 (China) (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Oppo A5 (China) (87/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A5 (China) is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A5 (China) or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 (China) by 35 points (87/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A5 (China) and the Xiaomi 17?
The Oppo A5 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A5 (China) or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A5 (China) or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A5 (China) over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.