PhoneLifespan

A5 Pro 5G vs P1 5G

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It depends

Too close to call outright

These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The A5 Pro 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: A5 Pro 5G 71 · P1 5G 67 methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Oppo A5 Pro 5G $250
Buy with care$8.24/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Dec 20262028
Realme P1 5G $165
Buy with care$7.53/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Apr 20262028

Category by category

Display
A5 Pro 5G 70P1 5G 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
A5 Pro 5G 58P1 5G 52

The A5 Pro 5G's MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4nm) is simply the faster chip.

Camera
A5 Pro 5G 55P1 5G 55

Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.

Battery
A5 Pro 5G 100P1 5G 80

6,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — the A5 Pro 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
A5 Pro 5G 36P1 5G 26

The A5 Pro 5G is supported until Dec 2028 — 8 months longer than the P1 5G.

Value
A5 Pro 5G 71P1 5G 67

Overall value goes to the A5 Pro 5G at $8.24 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
SpecA5 Pro 5GP1 5G
Price (street)$250$165
Display6.7-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, 1200 nits HBM, Gorilla Glass Victus 26.67-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, up to 2000 nits peak
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4nm)MediaTek Dimensity 7050 (6nm)
RAM8GB/12GB6GB/8GB
Storage256GB/512GB128GB/256GB
Battery6,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Charging80W wired SuperVOOC45W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP auxiliary50MP main, 2MP depth
Dimensions161.5 × 74.9 × 7.6 mm165.7 × 76 × 7.9 mm
Weight180 g190 g
Water resistanceIP68/IP69IP54
Supported untilDec 2028Apr 2028

Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.