Oppo A54s vs Oppo A54 5G: A Head-to-Head Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Oppo A54 5G takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster Snapdragon 480 5G chipset and 5G connectivity. While the A54s offers a slightly larger battery, the A54 5G's improved performance and future-proofed network capabilities make it the better overall value.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Oppo A54s | Oppo A54 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, October 27 | 2021, April 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, November 18 | Available. Released 2021, April 14 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 163.8 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm (6.45 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) | 162.9 x 74.7 x 8.4 mm (6.41 x 2.94 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) | 190 g (6.70 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.52 inches, 102.6 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~83.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 480 nits (typ) | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM4350 Snapdragon 480 5G (8 nm) |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 11, ColorOS 11.1 | Android 11, ColorOS 11.1 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | Unspecified | microSDXC |
| Internal | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
| eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.1 (single lane) | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama |
| Quad | - | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | - |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | Panorama |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | Unspecified | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | - | 10W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Pearl Blue, Space Silver, Crystal Black | Fluid Black, Fantastic Purple, Space Silver |
| Models | CPH2273 | CPH2195, OPG02 |
| Price | About 170 EUR | About 120 EUR |
Oppo A54s
- Larger Battery (5000mAh)
- Slightly more affordable (potentially)
- Decent display for the price
- Slower Processor (Helio G35)
- No 5G Connectivity
- Lower Performance
Oppo A54 5G
- Faster Processor (Snapdragon 480 5G)
- 5G Connectivity
- Better Performance
- More Efficient Chipset
- Slightly smaller battery (4860mAh)
- Potentially slightly more expensive
Display Comparison
Both phones feature a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a 720 x 1600 resolution. While the color accuracy and brightness are adequate for the price point, neither display stands out. The A54 5G's slightly more efficient chipset *might* lead to marginally better power consumption during display usage.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature a triple-camera setup, typically including a 13MP main sensor, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. Image quality is comparable in good lighting conditions, but both struggle in low light. The A54 5G's more powerful processor *could* allow for slightly better image processing, but the difference is minimal.
Performance
This is where the biggest difference lies. The Oppo A54 5G's Snapdragon 480 5G chipset, built on an 8nm process, offers a substantial performance boost over the A54s's Helio G35 (12nm). Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the A54 5G. The A54s will feel noticeably slower, especially with demanding apps.
Battery Life
The Oppo A54s boasts a slightly larger 5000mAh battery compared to the A54 5G's 4860mAh. However, the A54 5G's more efficient chipset partially offsets this difference. Real-world battery life is likely to be similar, offering a full day of moderate usage for both devices.
Buying Guide
The Oppo A54s is a good choice for users prioritizing a slightly longer battery life and who don't need 5G connectivity. The Oppo A54 5G is ideal for those wanting a smoother experience, faster speeds, and the ability to connect to 5G networks.