The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.0 | 5.8 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.4 | 5.6 |
| Camera | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Connectivity | 7.2 | 6.5 |
| Battery & charging | 6.0 | 6.4 |
Which one is for you?
Oppo A80, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- against Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.3
- against Bluetooth 5.1
- Weight
- 186 g
- against 199 g
vivo Y38, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,000 mAh
- against 5,100 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 456,552
- against 409,464
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP54
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 4 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Qualcomm Adreno 613 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz Best value | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 409,464 | 456,552 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 782 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,012 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 and 6x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB Best value | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Purple | Blue, Green, Black, White |
| Body Thickness | 7.7 mm Best value | 8 mm |
| Body Width | 76.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Body Height | 165.8 mm | 165.7 mm |
| Weight | 186 g Best value | 199 g |
| Usable Surface | 85 % | 85.1 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP64 Best value |
Battery
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,100 mAh | 6,000 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Lithium |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W Best value | 44 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,000 nits | 1,000 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.67″ | 6.68″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,604 px | 1,612 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 264 ppi | 264 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | — | 1,400 :1 |
| Display Features | Panda Glass, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 120Hz | Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, SGS Certified, Multi-Touch |
Sensors
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor |
Software
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 14 |
| OS Update Support | 1 year | 1 year |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B6, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B19, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 Best value | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, NFC, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, Computer Sync, Infrared, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, VoWiFi, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 3,300 Mbps Best value | 2,500 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 900 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Hi-Res Audio | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, EDR, HID |
Technical
| Specification | A80 | Y38 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | CPH2639 | — |