PhoneLifespan

A5 Pro 5G vs Poco M7 Pro 5G

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Too close to call outright

These two are within 2 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 · Poco M7 Pro 5G 69 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
Xiaomi Poco M7 Pro 5G $175
Buy with care$5.81/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Dec 20262028

Category by category

Display
A5 Pro 5G 70Poco M7 Pro 5G 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
A5 Pro 5G 58Poco M7 Pro 5G 42

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

Camera
A5 Pro 5G 55Poco M7 Pro 5G 55

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

Battery
A5 Pro 5G 100Poco M7 Pro 5G 82

6,000mAh vs 5,110mAh — the A5 Pro 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
A5 Pro 5G 36Poco M7 Pro 5G 36

Both phones' support windows end around the same time.

Value
A5 Pro 5G 71Poco M7 Pro 5G 69

Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.

Full spec table
SpecA5 Pro 5GPoco M7 Pro 5G
Price (street)$250$175
Display6.7-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, 1200 nits HBM, Gorilla Glass Victus 26.67-inch AMOLED, 1080p (395 ppi), 120Hz, 2100 nits peak, HDR10+, Gorilla Glass 5
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4nm)MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
RAM8GB/12GB6GB/8GB
Storage256GB/512GB128GB/256GB
Battery6,000 mAh5,110 mAh
Charging80W wired SuperVOOC45W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP auxiliary50MP main, 2MP depth
Dimensions161.5 × 74.9 × 7.6 mm162.4 × 75.7 × 8 mm
Weight180 g190 g
Water resistanceIP68/IP69IP64
Supported untilDec 2028Dec 2028

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