Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
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Galaxy A5 (2017)
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£72.10£309.00 new
Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
Starting at
£105.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A5 (2017) and Oppo Reno4 Z 5G?
Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy A5 (2017) starts at £72.10, £32.90 less than the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G is the newer model, released in 2020.
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- Chipset: Exynos 7880 on the Galaxy A5 (2017), Mediatek Dimensity 800 on the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
- The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has more RAM: 8 GB vs 3 GB.
- The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a bigger battery: 4000 mAh vs 3000 mAh.
Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G specs
The Galaxy A5 (2017) and Oppo Reno4 Z 5G differ mainly in screen size, performance, battery, and camera capabilities. The Galaxy A5 (2017) offers a compact 5.2 inch Super AMOLED display, ideal if you prefer a smaller phone that fits comfortably in one hand. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G features a larger 6.57 inch IPS LCD screen suited for watching videos and gaming. Performance-wise, the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has 8 GB of RAM and a Mediatek Dimensity 800 chipset, supporting more multitasking and heavier apps, while the Galaxy A5 (2017) with 3 GB RAM is suitable for everyday use. The Oppo's larger 4000 mAh battery benefits longer use between charges. Photography differs with the Oppo's 48 megapixel main camera capturing more detail, while both share a 16 megapixel front camera. The Galaxy A5 (2017) supports microSDXC cards for extra storage, unlike the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G price
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Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery capacity, software updates, and basic device design. These aspects affect how long you can use the phone before charging and the software experience over time.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy A5 (2017) has a 3000 mAh battery, suitable for typical daily use. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G features a larger 4000 mAh battery, which helps if you need your phone to last longer through busy days or extended use without charging.
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Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G performance
Performance looks at processing power, memory, and storage options. These determine how well the phone handles apps, multitasking, and storing your data and media.
Memory and Multitasking
The Galaxy A5 (2017) comes with 3 GB of RAM, which supports everyday apps and basic multitasking. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G offers 8 GB of RAM, which keeps more apps open and running smoothly if you use demanding apps or switch between many tasks frequently.
Chipset
The Galaxy A5 (2017) uses the Exynos 7880 chipset, while the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 800. Both chipsets deliver reliable performance for their time.
Storage Capacity
You can find the Galaxy A5 (2017) in 32GB and 64GB storage options. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes with 128GB of storage, which suits users who keep large amounts of photos, videos, and apps without relying on external storage.
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Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G screen
Screen quality affects how you see content, including size, resolution, and display type. These influence comfort for reading, watching videos, and gaming.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Galaxy A5 (2017) features a 5.2 inch screen with 1080 x 1920 resolution, fitting compactly in the hand while providing clear Full HD visuals. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a larger 6.57 inch screen with 1080 x 2400 resolution, offering more space and slightly taller viewing for immersive video and multitasking.
Screen Type
The Galaxy A5 (2017) uses a Super AMOLED display, known for vibrant colours and deep blacks, which benefits viewing in low light. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has an IPS LCD screen, which provides consistent colour accuracy and good visibility in bright conditions.
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Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G camera
Audiovisual features include camera capabilities. These define how well you can capture photos and selfies with each device.
Main Camera Detail
The Galaxy A5 (2017) has a 16 megapixel main camera, suitable for everyday photos and sharing on social media. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G offers a 48 megapixel main camera, capturing more detail which helps if you often take photos where clarity and fine detail matter.
Front Camera Similarity
Both phones have a 16 megapixel front camera, giving you good quality selfies and video calls with similar resolution on either device.
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Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G size and design
Miscellaneous specs cover network technology, physical size and weight, SIM and storage support. These impact connectivity, comfort, and expandability.
Mobile Network
The Galaxy A5 (2017) supports 4G mobile networks, which provide fast internet suitable for most uses. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G supports 5G, offering access to newer network speeds where available.
Storage Expansion
The Galaxy A5 (2017) includes a microSDXC slot, allowing you to add extra storage with a memory card. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G does not include an SD card slot, so storage is fixed to what is built in.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
The Galaxy A5 (2017) is smaller and lighter, measuring 146.1 mm tall and 71.4 mm wide, weighing 157 g. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G is larger and heavier at 163.8 mm tall, 75.5 mm wide, and 184 g. Choose the Galaxy if you prefer a compact, lighter phone. The Oppo suits those who want a bigger screen and do not mind a larger device.
SIM Card Support
Both devices support dual physical SIM cards, which is convenient if you use two phone numbers or carriers.
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Galaxy A5 (2017) or Oppo Reno4 Z 5G: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A5 (2017) if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £72.10, £32.90 less than the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a lighter build (157 g vs 184 g)
Buy the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G if
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 3 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000 mAh)
- you want a bigger screen (6.57 inch vs 5.2 inch)
Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G FAQs
Galaxy A5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Exynos 7880 on the Galaxy A5 (2017), Mediatek Dimensity 800 on the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has more RAM: 8 GB vs 3 GB.
The Galaxy A5 (2017) is cheaper refurbished, from £72.10 compared with £105 for the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a bigger battery: 4000 mAh vs 3000 mAh.
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a higher-resolution main camera: 48 megapixels vs 16 megapixels.
Updates for the Galaxy A5 (2017) ended in Apr 2019. We don't have published update dates for the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A5 (2017) comes in 32GB and 64GB, and the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G in 128GB.
