Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
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Galaxy J5 (2017)
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£60.00
Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
Starting at
£105.00What's the difference between the Galaxy J5 (2017) and Oppo Reno4 Z 5G?
Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes down to the RAM, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy J5 (2017) starts at £60, £45 less than the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G is the newer model, released in 2020.
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- 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.
- The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a bigger screen: 6.57 inch vs 5.2 inch.
Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G specs
The Galaxy J5 (2017) and Oppo Reno4 Z 5G offer different strengths depending on what you value most in a phone. The Galaxy J5 (2017) is more compact and lighter, with a Super AMOLED screen that delivers vivid colours on a smaller 5.2 inch display. It supports microSDXC cards for extra storage and has a single physical SIM slot. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G features a much larger 6.57 inch IPS LCD screen with higher resolution, more RAM, and a higher capacity internal storage of 128GB. It offers 5G connectivity and dual physical SIM slots but does not support microSD cards. For everyday use and portability, the Galaxy J5 suits those who prefer a smaller phone with expandable storage. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G suits users who want a bigger screen, more memory, and faster network support.
Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G price
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Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G battery life and software updates
Durability here focuses on the physical design aspects and release years of the phones. Neither device is foldable, but they differ in size and weight which can affect how they feel in hand and pocket.
Release Year
The Galaxy J5 (2017) was released in 2017 while the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G came out in 2020. This simply places each device in its own generation without implying advantages.
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Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G performance
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Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G screen
Screen quality includes resolution, size, and display type. These factors influence how you see content, from sharpness to colour reproduction and how much fits on the screen.
Screen Size
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a much larger 6.57 inch screen compared to the 5.2 inch display on the Galaxy J5 (2017). This makes the Oppo better suited for watching videos and browsing with more screen real estate.
Resolution
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G offers a higher resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels. This means sharper images and more detail on screen, which is helpful for reading text and viewing photos. The Galaxy J5 (2017) has a 720 by 1280 pixel resolution, which is suitable for everyday use but less sharp.
Screen Type
The Galaxy J5 (2017) uses a Super AMOLED screen, known for deep blacks and vibrant colours, making it attractive for media consumption in varied lighting. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has an IPS LCD screen, which provides consistent colours and wide viewing angles, good for group viewing.
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Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G camera
Audiovisual features focus on the cameras, which affect how well you can take selfies and photos with each phone.
Front Camera
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G has a 16 megapixel front camera, providing higher resolution selfies compared to the 13 megapixels on the Galaxy J5 (2017). This can be important if you take many self-portraits or video calls.
Main Camera
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G also has a 48 megapixel main camera. This higher megapixel count allows for more detailed photos compared to the 13 megapixel camera on the Galaxy J5 (2017).
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Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G size and design
Miscellaneous covers other practical features such as network compatibility, SIM options, storage, and physical dimensions, all of which affect daily use.
Mobile Network
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G supports 5G networks, allowing faster data speeds where 5G is available. The Galaxy J5 (2017) supports 4G networks, suitable for widespread coverage and standard speeds.
SIM Card Options
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G supports dual physical SIM cards, useful if you want to manage two phone numbers on one device. The Galaxy J5 (2017) has a single physical SIM slot.
Storage and Expansion
The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes with 128GB of internal storage, giving you ample space for apps and media. The Galaxy J5 (2017) offers 16GB of storage but includes a microSDXC card slot, letting you expand storage with an SD card.
Size and Weight
The Galaxy J5 (2017) measures 146.2 mm in height and 71.3 mm in width, weighing 160 g, making it smaller and lighter. The Oppo Reno4 Z 5G is taller and wider at 163.8 mm by 75.5 mm and weighs 184 g, which may feel larger in hand and pocket.
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Both phones have similar thickness, with the Galaxy J5 (2017) at 8 mm and the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G at 8.1 mm, so neither stands out for slimness.
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Galaxy J5 (2017) or Oppo Reno4 Z 5G: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy J5 (2017) if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £60, £45 less than the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a lighter build (160 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 J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G FAQs
Galaxy J5 (2017) vs Oppo Reno4 Z 5G comes down to the RAM, battery and screen size. 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.
The Galaxy J5 (2017) is cheaper refurbished, from £60 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 13 megapixels.
Updates for the Galaxy J5 (2017) ended in Mar 2019. We don't have published update dates for the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G.
Refurbished, the Galaxy J5 (2017) comes in 16GB, and the Oppo Reno4 Z 5G in 128GB.
