Oppo A78 vs Poco M3 Pro 5G

The Oppo A78 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M3 Pro 5G leads — 43/100 vs 37/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.

The Poco M3 Pro 5G edges out the Oppo A78 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A78
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 18
Battery 46
Portability 67
Value for money
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Performance 41
Display 54
Camera 29
Battery 51
Portability 69
Value for money 48
What makes Oppo A78 better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 190g

  • Overall rating 37/100
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?

  • Better camera (29/100 vs 18/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (54/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better portability (69/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo A78 vs the Poco M3 Pro 5G, the Poco M3 Pro 5G scores 6 points higher (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G leads (29/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100. In the "display" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (29/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Oppo A78 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).

Oppo A78: The Oppo A78 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco M3 Pro 5G: The Poco M3 Pro 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo A78 Poco M3 Pro 5G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 700 MediaTek Dimensity 700
AnTuTu 515647 515647
Geekbench Single 688 688
Geekbench Multi 1794 1794
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 2400x1080
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 18W
DXOMark (camera) 69
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, ColorOS 13 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.8×75.1×8.0 mm
Weight 188 g 190 g
Launch price $200
Camera comparison
Oppo A78
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
18
camera
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Oppo A78
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Battery and charging
Oppo A78
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless charging: no data
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Oppo A78 and Poco M3 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Oppo A78 MediaTek Dimensity 700
37/100
515647 AnTuTu
Poco M3 Pro 5G MediaTek Dimensity 700
43/100
515647 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A78
Price unknown
Poco M3 Pro 5G
$200
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (29/100 vs 18/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Oppo A78 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A78 or the Poco M3 Pro 5G?

The Poco M3 Pro 5G edges out the Oppo A78 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Oppo A78 and the Poco M3 Pro 5G?

The Oppo A78 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Poco M3 Pro 5G — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo A78 or the Poco M3 Pro 5G?

The Poco M3 Pro 5G leads on camera score (29/100 vs 18/100).

Should you choose the Oppo A78 over the Poco M3 Pro 5G?

The Oppo A78 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco M3 Pro 5G is a better fit for everyday use.