Sony Xperia 5 VvsOppo K12 Plus

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Sony
Sony Xperia 5 V
Xperia 5 V
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Sony Xperia 5 Mark V boasts impressive battery life, lasting over 24 hours with moderate usage easily.
The Sony Xperia 5 Mark V's display is an exemplary representation of modern smartphone technology with crisp visuals always.
The Sony Xperia 5 Mark V boasts exceptional camera capabilities with impressive results across various lighting conditions seamlessly.
The Sony Xperia 5 V delivers seamless multitasking and smooth performance with its powerful chipset consistently outperforming other flagships.
Oppo
Oppo K12 Plus
K12 Plus
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Oppo K12 Plus's battery life fell short of expectations due to moderate-to-poor endurance and heavy usage impact.
The Oppo K12 Plus boasts an impressive AMOLED display with fast refresh rate and high resolution features.
The Oppo K12 Plus's camera system excels in low-light conditions with excellent image quality and minimal noise.
The Oppo K12 Plus's performance under heavy loads, like gaming, leaves room for improvement significantly.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Sony Xperia 5 V
3.20 GHz
Oppo K12 Plus
2.63 GHz

RAM

Tie
Sony Xperia 5 V
8GB
Oppo K12 Plus
8GB

Storage

Winner
Sony Xperia 5 V
128GB
Oppo K12 Plus
256GB

Weight

Winner
Sony Xperia 5 V
183g
Oppo K12 Plus
186g
Rank
Sony Xperia 5 V
Winner
#142
Oppo K12 Plus
#394
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Sony Xperia 5 V
#22
Winner
Oppo K12 Plus
#545
Design
Sony Xperia 5 V
#87
Winner
Oppo K12 Plus
#733
Display
Sony Xperia 5 V
#296
Oppo K12 Plus
#228
Winner
Performance
Sony Xperia 5 V
#141
Winner
Oppo K12 Plus
#289
Battery
Sony Xperia 5 V
#89
Winner
Oppo K12 Plus
#181
Camera
Sony Xperia 5 V
#621
Winner
Oppo K12 Plus
#654
item_phones_categoryId
Sony Xperia 5 V
#1
Tie
Oppo K12 Plus
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Sony Sony Xperia 5 V
Oppo Oppo K12 Plus
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
CPU
1x3.2GHz Cortex, X3 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A715 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 3x2.02 GHz Cortex, A510
1x2.63 GHz Cortex, A715 +3x2.4 GHz Cortex, A715 + 4x1.8 GHz Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.20
2.63
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 740
Qualcomm Adreno 720
RAM
8
8
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
256
Type
N/A
UFS Storage 3.1
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Barometer sensor
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
N/A
Yes
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
1370000
866863
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 93% of devices
Overall performance better than 85% of devices
Cooling system
No
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Sony Xperia 5 V

Strengths

Waterproof Build
Excellent Display
Powerful Cameras
Long-Lasting Battery Life
Feature-Rich Package

Weaknesses

Expensive Price Tag
Limited Zoom Capabilities
Some Camera Modes Can Be Hit-or-Miss
Not Suitable for Everyone
Trimmed Zoom Camera

Oppo K12 Plus

Strengths

The phone has a good display with a fast refresh rate AMOLED screen.
It comes with stereo speakers providing a nice multimedia experience.
The camera quality is above average, with a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera.
The phone has a lightweight design making it easy to hold for a long time.
It runs on Color OS 14 which is highly optimized for performance.
The phone's AMOLED screen also features diamond frame design for better protection.

Weaknesses

The phone may not be suitable for heavy gaming due to its average gaming performance.
The frame of the phone is made of plastic and has no antenna lines, which might affect the phone's durability.
The fingerprint sensor is placed quite low on the phone, making it slightly inconvenient to access.
The chin of the phone is slightly larger, affecting its overall aesthetic appeal.
The phone's average frame rate dropped to 37.6 FPS after playing a heavy game for 30 minutes at high quality settings with 60 FPS.
The phone's back temperature reached 41.7°C during heavy gaming, which might be a concern.
Read Full Reviews

Sony Xperia 5 V

The Sony Xperia 5 V is a compact flagship that offers a great package overall. The phone's waterproof build, high-quality display, and excellent speakers are notable features. The battery life is also impressive, with a powerful chipset providing smooth performance. One of the standout aspects of the phone is its camera system. The new 48-megapixel main camera, paired with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera, delivers exceptional results. Photos taken in daylight have accurate colors, plenty of contrast, and praiseworthy dynamic range. The bokeh mode has also been improved, producing sharp and well-exposed portraits. The ultra-wide camera takes excellent photos, with natural rendition, spot-on sharpness, and low noise. Even at night, the ultra-wide camera produces very good photos with realistic colors and well-controlled highlights. The phone's 4K video quality is also impressive, with good exposure, detail, and color accuracy. The wide dynamic range mode offers excellent detail, sharpness, and contrast, making it a recommended setting for both photos and videos. Selfies from the 12-megapixel front-facing camera are very good, with detailed and sharp images that have good contrast and accurate colors. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a great option for those looking for a compact flagship with excellent cameras. While not cheap, this phone offers a lot of value, especially considering its waterproof build, great display, and speakers. Overall, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a solid choice for fans of the brand or those seeking a powerful and feature-rich compact smartphone.

Oppo K12 Plus

The Oppo K12 Plus is a mid-range 5G phone that boasts a fast refresh rate AMOLED display and a powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor. With a 50MP dual camera and lightweight design, this phone promises a seamless multimedia experience. The device also features a 6.7-inch screen, 120Hz refresh rate, and dual stereo speakers. We'll dive deeper into the phone's performance, camera quality, and gaming capabilities in our review, so stay tuned!

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