Oppo A96 vs Realme 10 Pro+: A Detailed Showdown

The mid-range smartphone market is fiercely competitive, offering incredible value for money. Today, we're pitting two popular contenders against each other: the Oppo A96 and the Realme 10 Pro+. Both promise a compelling experience, but which one truly reigns supreme?

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Realme 10 Pro+ takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster charging, more powerful processor, and generally superior camera system. While the Oppo A96 offers decent value, the Realme 10 Pro+ provides a more premium and feature-rich experience for a slightly higher price.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo A96 (China)	Realme 10 Pro+

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 19, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands	1, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE-A, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2022, January 12	2022, November 17
Status	Available. Released 2022, January 12	Available. Released 2022, November 24

Body
Build	-	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.30 in)	161.5 x 73.9 x 7.8 mm or 8 mm
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Weight	171 g (6.03 oz)	173 g / 175 g (6.10 oz)

Display
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)	1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Size	6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio)	6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	OLED, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HDR)	AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+, 120Hz, 800 nits

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)	Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)	Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 619	Mali-G68 MC4
OS	Android 11, ColorOS 12	Android 13, Realme UI 4.0

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	No
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
	UFS 2.2	-

Main Camera
Dual	48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens	-
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide)
Triple	-	108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Video	1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	Panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	-
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers
	-	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS	GPS (L1+L5), GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	33W wired, PD, 100% in 63 min Reverse wired	67W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 17 min (advertised)
Type	Li-Po 4500 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Black, Blue, Pink	Dark Matter Black, Nebula Blue, Hyperspace
Models	PFUM10	RMX3687, RMX3686
Price	About 280 EUR	$ 269.00 / ₹ 22,999

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 149h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-25.4 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 522376 (v9) GeekBench: 2371 (v5.1) GFXBench: 23fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo A96 (China)

Affordable
Reliable performance
Reverse wired charging

Slower charging
Less powerful processor
Potentially less impressive camera

Realme 10 Pro+

Faster charging (67W)
More powerful processor (Dimensity 1080)
Superior camera system
Likely higher refresh rate display

Slightly more expensive
Potential for software bloat (Realme UI)

Display Comparison

The Realme 10 Pro+ boasts a likely superior display with a higher refresh rate (assumed 120Hz) and potentially better color accuracy compared to the Oppo A96. While the Oppo A96 has a decent display, the Realme 10 Pro+'s 'Infinite' contrast ratio suggests a more vibrant and immersive viewing experience. The Realme 10 Pro+ likely has a higher resolution as well.

Camera Comparison

The Realme 10 Pro+ is expected to have a superior camera system, likely featuring a higher resolution main sensor and improved image processing. While the Oppo A96 offers a capable camera, the Realme 10 Pro+ should deliver sharper images, better low-light performance, and more versatile shooting options. The Realme 10 Pro+ likely has more advanced video recording capabilities.

Performance

The Realme 10 Pro+'s Dimensity 1080 chipset is noticeably more powerful than the Snapdragon 695 in the Oppo A96. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the Realme 10 Pro+. The Cortex-A78 cores in the Dimensity 1080 are particularly beneficial for demanding tasks.

Battery Life

While both phones offer decent battery life, the Realme 10 Pro+'s 67W charging is a game-changer. It can charge the phone significantly faster than the Oppo A96's 33W charging. The Realme 10 Pro+ also claims an impressive endurance rating, suggesting excellent battery longevity.

Buying Guide

The Oppo A96 is a good choice for budget-conscious users who prioritize a reliable and straightforward smartphone experience. The Realme 10 Pro+ is ideal for those seeking faster performance, a better camera, and quicker charging, and are willing to spend a bit more.