Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs OPPO A98 5G
Quick Comparison
Both Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) and OPPO A98 5G comes with same RAM. In terms of display resolution, OPPO A98 5G has better resolution of 2400 x 1080 than Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) which has resolution of 2392 x 1080. Both have the same amount of internal memory.
| Name | Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | OPPO A98 5G |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.77 in | 6.72 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 2 MP Dual | 64 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple |
| Price | Rs. 24595 | Rs. 24990 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is January 08, 2026. The cost of Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 24595. The launch Date of the second phone is May 09, 2023. The cost of OPPO A98 5G is Rs. 24990.
Display comparison
OPPO A98 5G has screen size of 6.72 inches which falls short to Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 6.77 inch screen. Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has IPS LCD Screen type where as OPPO A98 5G has LCD Screen type. Poco's phone has display density of 393 PPI & OPPO's phone has only 392 PPI display density.
Memory comparison
Both phones come with 8 GB RAM and both have same Internal Memory of 256 GB.
Camera comparison
OPPO A98 5G's 64 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera outshines Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 50 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. OPPO A98 5G will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 32 MP Front Camera in comparison to Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 20 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 15 and the second one on 13 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | OPPO A98 5G |
| General | ||
| Model | M8 | A98 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| OS Updates | 4 years | |
| Security Updates | 6 years | |
| Release Date | January 08, 2026 | May 09, 2023 |
| In The Box | 1 x Handset, 1 x Adapter, 1 x Type-C USB Cable, 1 x Sim Eject Tool, 1 x Protective Case, 1 x Quick Start Guide, 1 x Warranty Card | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 75.42 x 164 x 7.35 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 192 g |
| Bezel less | No | No |
| Colors | Dreamy Blue, Cool Black | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (68B) | Color LCD Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.72 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 | |
| PPI | ~ 393 PPI | ~ 392 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 89.06% | |
| Features | 2100nits | |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB | Yes, upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, NSA: n1/n3/n40/n78/n8 | |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.2 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | |
| Performance | ||
| AnTuTu Score | 826,000 (Total) (v10) | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU | Yes with A-GPS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, E-Compass, Accelerometer, Gyroscope | |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP65/IP66 | IPX4 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 2 MP (Depth Sensor) | 64 MP 2 MP (Depth Sensor) 2 MP (Macro) |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Photo Mode, Video, Portrait Mode, Google Lens | Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | Yes |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 20 MP (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 32 MP (Main) Punch Hole, Autofocus |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v15 | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | ColorOS | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
| CPU | Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver | |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | Yes |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos | |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5520 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 45W Fast Charging | Yes, 67W Fast Charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 18W | |