Oppo Find 7a vs. iPhone XS Max: Which Flagship Reigns Supreme?

The Oppo Find 7a, a mid-range powerhouse from its time, faces off against the premium Apple iPhone XS Max. This comparison dives deep into their specs, features, and overall performance to determine which device offers the best value and user experience. Let's see how these phones stack up!

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The iPhone XS Max wins overall due to its superior performance, ecosystem integration, and consistently excellent camera. While the Find 7a offered impressive specs for its price, the XS Max's longevity and features make it the better long-term investment, despite the price difference.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo Find 7a	Apple iPhone XS Max

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all models	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - international model	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 7, 20 - International model	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 - A2101
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
	LTE 700 / 1700 / 2100 - Mexico & US model	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66, 71 - A1921, A2104

Launch
Announced	2014, March. Released 2014, March	2018, September 12. Released 2018, September 21
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), stainless steel frame
Dimensions	152.6 x 75 x 9.2 mm (6.01 x 2.95 x 0.36 in)	157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7 mm (6.20 x 3.05 x 0.30 in)
SIM	Micro-SIM	· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China)
Weight	170 g (6.00 oz)	208 g (7.34 oz)
	-	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 2m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Scratch-resistant glass
Resolution	1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)	1242 x 2688 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~458 ppi density)
Size	5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~72.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.5 inches, 102.9 cm2 (~84.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	Super Retina OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 625 nits (HBM)
	-	3D Touch

Platform
CPU	Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400	Hexa-core (2x2.5 GHz Vortex + 4x1.6 GHz Tempest)
Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)	Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
GPU	Adreno 330	Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
OS	Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), ColorOS	iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 18.7

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	No
Internal	16GB 2GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 512GB 4GB RAM
	eMMC 5.0	NVMe

Main Camera
Dual	-	12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
Features	Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR	Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama)
Single	13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3", AF	-
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps	4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.

Selfie camera
Features	-	HDR
Single	5 MP, f/2.0	7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	-	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	4.0, A2DP	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	No	No
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG	Lightning, USB 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot

Features
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Battery
Charging	20W wired, 75% in 30 min (advertised)	15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min Wireless (Qi)
Type	Li-Po 2800 mAh, removable	Li-Ion 3174 mAh, non-removable (12.08 Wh)

Misc
Colors	White, Black	Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Models	X9006	A1921, A2101, A2102, A2104, iPhone11,6
Price	About 370 EUR	About 210 EUR
SAR	-	1.16 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	0.99 W/kg (head) 0.99 W/kg (body)

Tests
Audio quality	Noise -92.7dB / Crosstalk -92.0dB	Noise -93.7dB / Crosstalk -82.8dB
Battery life	Endurance rating 60h	Endurance rating 79h
Camera	Photo / Video	Photo / Video
Display	Contrast ratio: 852 (nominal), 2.279 (sunlight)	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.516 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker	Voice 71dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 75dB	Voice 70dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 84dB
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 353210 (v7) GeekBench: 11432 (v4.4) GFXBench: 47fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

OUR TESTS
Audio quality	-	Noise -93.7dB / Crosstalk -82.8dB
Battery (old)	-	Endurance rating 79h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.516 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker	-	Voice 70dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 84dB
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 353210 (v7) GeekBench: 11432 (v4.4) GFXBench: 47fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Find 7a

Affordable
Vibrant Display
Decent Performance for its time
Fast Charging (advertised)

Outdated Chipset
Less Powerful Camera
No Wireless Charging
Limited Software Updates

Apple iPhone XS Max

Exceptional Performance
Premium Build Quality
Excellent Camera
Seamless Ecosystem Integration
Wireless Charging
Long-Term Software Support

Expensive
Relatively Slow Wired Charging (compared to some modern phones)
Lightning Port (proprietary)

Display Comparison

The iPhone XS Max boasts a significantly better display. Its 'Infinite' contrast ratio (likely referring to OLED's inherent contrast) and 4.516 sunlight readability surpass the Find 7a's 852 (nominal) and 2.279 (sunlight) contrast. The XS Max's OLED technology provides richer colors and deeper blacks, offering a more immersive viewing experience. The Find 7a's display, while good for its time, lacks the vibrancy and contrast of the XS Max.

Camera Comparison

While both offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, the iPhone XS Max's camera system is considerably more advanced. Apple's image processing algorithms and hardware consistently deliver superior image quality, dynamic range, and low-light performance. The Find 7a's camera was decent for its time, but it can't compete with the XS Max's capabilities.

Performance

The iPhone XS Max's A12 Bionic chip is a clear winner. Its hexa-core architecture and 7nm manufacturing process provide significantly faster processing speeds and better power efficiency than the Find 7a's Snapdragon 801. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading, and better gaming performance on the XS Max. The Find 7a, while capable, shows its age in demanding tasks.

Battery Life

The iPhone XS Max and Oppo Find 7a share the same endurance rating of 79h, suggesting comparable battery life in typical usage. However, the XS Max's more efficient A12 Bionic chip likely translates to better real-world battery performance, especially under heavy load. The XS Max also supports faster charging (15W with PD2.0) and wireless charging (Qi), features absent in the Find 7a.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Oppo Find 7a? Budget-conscious users seeking a capable Android phone with a vibrant display and decent performance. Who should buy the Apple iPhone XS Max? Users invested in the Apple ecosystem, prioritizing top-tier performance, a premium experience, and a reliable camera.