Oppo A5 4G
TCL 605

Oppo A5 4G TCL 605

Common Features

  • Both phones share the same width of 76.2 mm.
  • Neither phone has a rugged build.
  • Neither phone can be folded.
  • Both phones feature an LCD IPS display type.
  • Both phones have a 90Hz display refresh rate.
  • HDR10 support is not available on either phone.
  • HDR10+ support is not available on either phone.
  • Always-On Display is not available on either phone.
  • Dolby Vision support is not available on either phone.
  • Neither phone has a secondary screen.
  • Both phones have a touch screen.
  • Both phones come with 256GB of internal storage.
  • Both phones have 8GB of RAM.
  • Both phones have integrated LTE.
  • Both phones support 64-bit processing.
  • Both phones use DirectX 12.
  • Both phones have integrated graphics.
  • Both phones use big.LITTLE CPU technology.
  • Both phones have a 5MP front camera.
  • Neither phone has built-in optical image stabilization.
  • Both phones record main camera video at 1080p 30fps.
  • Neither phone has a dual-tone LED flash.
  • Both phones have a single LED flash.
  • Both phones have a CMOS sensor.
  • Both phones support continuous autofocus when recording movies.
  • Both phones run Android 15.
  • Both phones provide clipboard warnings.
  • Both phones offer location privacy options.
  • Both phones offer camera and microphone privacy options.
  • Mail Privacy Protection is not available on either phone.
  • Both phones support theme customization.
  • Both phones can block app tracking.
  • Cross-site tracking is not blocked on either phone.
  • Neither phone supports wireless charging.
  • Both phones support fast charging.
  • Neither phone has a removable battery.
  • Both phones have a battery level indicator.
  • Both phones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Both phones have stereo speakers.
  • LDAC support is not available on either phone.
  • aptX HD support is not available on either phone.
  • aptX Adaptive support is not available on either phone.
  • aptX Lossless support is not available on either phone.
  • Neither phone has a radio.
  • Neither phone supports 5G.
  • Both phones support Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
  • Both phones accommodate 2 SIM cards.
  • Both phones have an external memory slot.
  • Both phones have a USB Type-C port with USB 2.0.
  • Both phones have NFC.
  • Both phones have a fingerprint scanner.
  • Both phones have a video light.
  • Neither phone has a sapphire glass display.
  • Neither phone has a curved display.
  • Neither phone has an e-paper display.

Main Differences

  • Water resistance is present on the Oppo A5 4G but not available on the TCL 605.
  • Weight is 193g on the Oppo A5 4G and 190g on the TCL 605.
  • Thickness is 8mm on the Oppo A5 4G and 8.3mm on the TCL 605.
  • Height is 165.7mm on the Oppo A5 4G and 165.6mm on the TCL 605.
  • Volume is 101.01 cm³ on the Oppo A5 4G and 104.74 cm³ on the TCL 605.
  • IP rating is IP65 on the Oppo A5 4G and IP54 on the TCL 605.
  • Screen size is 6.67″ on the Oppo A5 4G and 6.7″ on the TCL 605.
  • Pixel density is 264 ppi on the Oppo A5 4G and 262 ppi on the TCL 605.
  • Resolution is 720x1604 px on the Oppo A5 4G and 720x1600 px on the TCL 605.
  • Damage-resistant glass is present on the Oppo A5 4G but not available on the TCL 605.
  • The chipset is Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 on the Oppo A5 4G and MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra on the TCL 605.
  • The GPU is Adreno 710 on the Oppo A5 4G and Mali G52 MP2 on the TCL 605.
  • CPU speed is 4x2.2 & 4x1.8 GHz on the Oppo A5 4G and 2x2 & 6x1.8 GHz on the TCL 605.
  • Geekbench 6 multi-core score is 2748 on the Oppo A5 4G and 1391 on the TCL 605.
  • Geekbench 6 single-core score is 943 on the Oppo A5 4G and 420 on the TCL 605.
  • RAM speed is 2750 MHz on the Oppo A5 4G and 1800 MHz on the TCL 605.
  • Semiconductor size is 4nm on the Oppo A5 4G and 12nm on the TCL 605.
  • Maximum memory bandwidth is 22 GB/s on the Oppo A5 4G and 13.41 GB/s on the TCL 605.
  • L2 cache is 2MB on the Oppo A5 4G and 0.3MB on the TCL 605.
  • Maximum supported memory is 12GB on the Oppo A5 4G and 8GB on the TCL 605.
  • TDP is 7W on the Oppo A5 4G and 5W on the TCL 605.
  • DDR memory version is DDR5 on the Oppo A5 4G and DDR4 on the TCL 605.
  • The main camera is dual-lens (50MP & 2MP) on the Oppo A5 4G and single-lens (50MP) on the TCL 605.
  • Main camera wide aperture is f/2.4 & f/1.8 on the Oppo A5 4G and f/1.8 on the TCL 605.
  • Battery capacity is 6000 mAh on the Oppo A5 4G and 5200 mAh on the TCL 605.
  • Charging speed is 45W on the Oppo A5 4G and 18W on the TCL 605.
  • A 3.5mm audio jack is absent on the Oppo A5 4G but present on the TCL 605.
  • aptX support is present on the Oppo A5 4G but not available on the TCL 605.
  • Bluetooth version is 5.0 on the Oppo A5 4G and 5.1 on the TCL 605.
  • Download speed is 2900 Mbit/s on the Oppo A5 4G and 300 Mbit/s on the TCL 605.
  • Upload speed is 900 Mbit/s on the Oppo A5 4G and 100 Mbit/s on the TCL 605.
  • A compass is present on the Oppo A5 4G but not available on the TCL 605.
Specs Comparison
Oppo A5 4G

Oppo A5 4G

TCL 605

TCL 605

Design:
water resistance Water resistant None
weight 193 g 190 g
thickness 8 mm 8.3 mm
width 76.2 mm 76.2 mm
height 165.7 mm 165.6 mm
volume 101.01072 cm³ 104.735376 cm³
Ingress Protection (IP) rating IP65 IP54
has a rugged build
can be folded

In terms of physical form, the Oppo A5 4G and TCL 605 are remarkably similar. Both share an identical width of 76.2 mm and an almost equivalent height (165.7 mm vs 165.6 mm), making them effectively the same size in the hand. The Oppo is marginally slimmer at 8 mm versus the TCL's 8.3 mm, and its slightly smaller overall volume reflects this. Weight is a near-tie at 193 g and 190 g respectively — a 3-gram difference that no user would perceive in daily use. Neither device offers a rugged build or a foldable form factor.

The meaningful differentiator in this group is water and dust resistance. The Oppo A5 4G carries an IP65 rating, which means it is fully dust-tight and protected against sustained, low-pressure water jets from any direction — a genuinely useful level of protection for outdoor use, rain, or accidental splashes. The TCL 605, by contrast, is rated IP54, which provides only partial dust ingress protection and resistance to water splashed from any direction, but not jets. The TCL's product listing also explicitly notes ″None″ under water resistance, underscoring that its protection is more limited in practice.

The Oppo A5 4G holds a clear edge in design durability. While both phones are virtually identical in size and weight, the superior IP65 rating on the Oppo translates to meaningfully better real-world protection — particularly for users who work outdoors, exercise, or simply want peace of mind around liquids. For buyers who prioritize environmental resilience, the Oppo is the stronger choice in this category.

Display:
Display type LCD, IPS LCD, IPS
screen size 6.67" 6.7"
pixel density 264 ppi 262 ppi
resolution 720 x 1604 px 720 x 1600 px
refresh rate 90Hz 90Hz
has branded damage-resistant glass
supports HDR10
supports HDR10+
Always-On Display
supports Dolby Vision
Has a secondary screen
has a touch screen

Both the Oppo A5 4G and TCL 605 use an LCD IPS panel at essentially the same screen size — 6.67″ and 6.7″ respectively — and share an identical 90Hz refresh rate. That refresh rate is a genuine perk at this price tier, delivering noticeably smoother scrolling and animations compared to standard 60Hz screens. Pixel density is also a statistical tie at 264 ppi vs 262 ppi, meaning sharpness will look indistinguishable in everyday use. Neither device supports HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision, so content from streaming platforms will not benefit from expanded dynamic range on either phone.

The one concrete differentiator here is that the Oppo A5 4G includes branded damage-resistant glass, while the TCL 605 does not. In practice, this means the Oppo's display surface is engineered to better withstand scratches and minor impacts — a meaningful consideration for users who don't habitually use a screen protector or carry their phone alongside keys and coins.

Overall, these two displays are nearly identical in visual performance, and neither holds a meaningful edge in terms of image quality or fluidity. However, the Oppo takes a modest but practical win in this category thanks to its damage-resistant glass, which adds a layer of everyday durability that the TCL simply lacks.

Performance:
internal storage 256GB 256GB
RAM 8GB 8GB
Chipset (SoC) name Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
GPU name Adreno 710 Mali G52 MP2
CPU speed 4 x 2.2 & 4 x 1.8 GHz 2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz
Geekbench 6 result (multi) 2748 1391
Geekbench 6 result (single) 943 420
Has integrated LTE
RAM speed 2750 MHz 1800 MHz
semiconductor size 4 nm 12 nm
Supports 64-bit
DirectX version DirectX 12 DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
OpenGL ES version 3.2 3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
CPU threads 8 threads 8 threads
Has TrustZone
maximum memory bandwidth 22 GB/s 13.41 GB/s
OpenCL version 2 2
memory channels 2 2
L2 cache 2 MB 0.3 MB
eMMC version 5.1 5.1
maximum memory amount 12GB 8GB
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 7W 5W
DDR memory version 5 4
shading units 128 32
L3 cache 2 MB 1 MB

The performance gap between these two phones is substantial and chip-driven. The Oppo A5 4G runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, built on a modern 4 nm process, while the TCL 605 relies on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, an older design fabbed at 12 nm. That three-generation leap in manufacturing node translates directly into efficiency and raw power — the Snapdragon can do more work while generating less heat and consuming less energy per task. The Geekbench 6 scores make the difference impossible to ignore: the Oppo scores 943 single-core and 2748 multi-core, versus the TCL's 420 single-core and 1391 multi-core. In real-world terms, this means the Oppo will open apps faster, handle multitasking more fluidly, and feel noticeably more responsive under load.

The GPU story is equally one-sided. The Oppo's Adreno 710 brings 128 shading units and a memory bandwidth of 22 GB/s, compared to the TCL's Mali G52 MP2 with just 32 shading units and 13.41 GB/s bandwidth. For gaming or any graphics-intensive task, the Oppo has a commanding advantage. The Oppo also supports DDR5 RAM running at 2750 MHz, versus the TCL's DDR4 at 1800 MHz — faster memory means data moves to the processor more quickly, further widening the performance lead. Additionally, the Oppo supports up to 12 GB of RAM versus the TCL's ceiling of 8 GB, offering more headroom for demanding applications.

Despite matching on storage capacity, RAM amount, and several architectural similarities, the Oppo A5 4G holds a decisive performance advantage in every meaningful metric. Users who prioritize snappy day-to-day performance, gaming capability, or future-proofing will find the Oppo significantly ahead of the TCL 605 in this category.

Cameras:
megapixels (main camera) 50 & 2 MP 50 MP
wide aperture (main camera) 2.4 & 1.8f 1.8f
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
megapixels (front camera) 5MP 5MP
has built-in optical image stabilization
video recording (main camera) 1080 x 30 fps 1080 x 30 fps
Has a dual-tone LED flash
number of flash LEDs 1 1
has a BSI sensor
has a CMOS sensor
has continuous autofocus when recording movies
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
supports slow-motion video recording
has a built-in HDR mode
has manual exposure
has a flash
optical zoom 0x 0x
has manual ISO
has a serial shot mode
has manual focus
has a front camera
Has laser autofocus
Shoots 360° panorama
has manual white balance
shoots raw
has touch autofocus
has manual shutter speed
can create panoramas in-camera
wide aperture (front camera) 2.2f 2.2f
Has timelapse function
Has a front-facing LED flash
has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera
supports HDR10 recording
supports Dolby Vision recording
has a front-facing camera under the display
Has a RGB LED flash
has 3D photo/video recording capabilities

Camera hardware is largely shared territory here, but one structural difference stands out: the Oppo A5 4G has a dual-lens rear camera (50 MP + 2 MP), while the TCL 605 relies on a single 50 MP sensor. The Oppo's secondary 2 MP lens is typically used for depth sensing, enabling more controlled background blur in portrait shots. It is a modest addition, but it does give the Oppo slightly more computational photography flexibility. On aperture, the TCL's main lens actually has a wider f/1.8 opening compared to the Oppo's secondary lens at f/2.4 — though both share similar primary shooting characteristics at their respective main sensors.

Beyond that structural difference, these two cameras are functionally identical across every other listed specification. Both shoot 1080p video at 30 fps, support phase-detection autofocus, continuous autofocus during recording, slow-motion, HDR mode, and offer the same manual controls including ISO, focus, exposure, and white balance. Neither offers optical image stabilization, optical zoom, or RAW capture. The front camera is also a match: 5 MP with an f/2.2 aperture on both, with no front flash on either.

This category is close to a tie, with the Oppo holding a narrow edge solely due to its dual-lens setup, which enables depth-aware photography that the TCL cannot replicate in hardware. For users who rely on portrait mode or bokeh effects, this distinction matters. For all other shooting scenarios, expect near-identical results from both devices.

Operating system:
Android version Android 15 Android 15
has clipboard warnings
has location privacy options
has camera/microphone privacy options
has Mail Privacy Protection
has theme customization
can block app tracking
blocks cross-site tracking
has on-device machine learning
has notification permissions
has media picker
Can play games while they download
has dark mode
has Wi-Fi password sharing
has battery health check
has an extra dim mode
has focus modes
has dynamic theming
can offload apps
Has customizable notifications
has Live Text
has full-page screenshots
supports split screen
gets direct OS updates
has PiP
Can be used as a PC
Has sharing intents
has a child lock
Supports widgets
Is free and open source
Has offline voice recognition
has voice commands
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
is a multi-user system
has Quick Start

Rarely does a spec group produce such a clean result: the Oppo A5 4G and TCL 605 run Android 15 and are identical across every single listed operating system feature. Both offer the same privacy controls, the same productivity tools, and the same customization options — from dynamic theming and dark mode to split-screen multitasking, Picture-in-Picture, and offline voice recognition.

Notably, neither device receives direct OS updates from Google, meaning both rely on their respective manufacturers to push Android updates — a factor worth keeping in mind for long-term software support. On the privacy front, both handle location, camera, and microphone permissions equally, and both can block app tracking, which is increasingly relevant as users grow more conscious of data collection practices.

This category is an exact tie. There is no differentiator — not a single feature advantage on either side. A buyer's operating system experience will be determined entirely by each manufacturer's custom Android skin and update cadence, neither of which is captured in the provided specs.

Battery:
battery power 6000 mAh 5200 mAh
has wireless charging
Supports fast charging
charging speed 45W 18W
has a removable battery
has a battery level indicator
has a rechargeable battery

Battery is another category where the Oppo A5 4G pulls ahead clearly. Its 6000 mAh cell is notably larger than the TCL 605's 5200 mAh pack — an 800 mAh difference that, on a phone already efficient thanks to its 4 nm chip, translates to meaningfully longer time between charges. For heavy users, that gap could represent an extra hour or two of screen-on time, while light users may find the Oppo capable of stretching comfortably beyond two full days.

Charging speed compounds the Oppo's advantage. At 45W, the Oppo charges more than twice as fast as the TCL's 18W ceiling. In practical terms, a 45W charger can bring a large battery from near-empty to a usable level in well under an hour, whereas 18W on a 5200 mAh battery demands considerably more patience. For users who charge on the go or work with limited time at a power outlet, this is a tangible daily quality-of-life difference.

Neither phone supports wireless charging or has a removable battery, so those are non-factors. The Oppo A5 4G wins this category decisively — it carries more energy and replenishes it significantly faster, making it the stronger choice for anyone who prioritizes battery endurance and charging convenience.

Audio:
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
has stereo speakers
has aptX
has LDAC
has aptX HD
has aptX Adaptive
has aptX Lossless
Has a radio

Audio comes down to a direct trade-off between two meaningful but mutually exclusive features. The TCL 605 includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the Oppo A5 4G drops it entirely. For users who own wired headphones or earphones — or who simply prefer the reliability and zero-latency of a wired connection — the TCL has a clear practical advantage. Adapters exist, but they add friction and are easy to lose.

Flip side: the Oppo supports aptX, a Qualcomm Bluetooth codec that delivers higher-quality audio over wireless connections compared to standard SBC. For users who have already moved to Bluetooth headphones or earbuds, aptX can result in noticeably cleaner, more detailed sound — provided their headphones also support the codec. The TCL offers no equivalent; its wireless audio is limited to standard Bluetooth codecs. Both phones feature stereo speakers, so speaker output is evenly matched for media consumption without headphones.

This category is a user-dependent trade-off with no universal winner. Wired headphone users will prefer the TCL 605 for its headphone jack, while wireless listeners who value audio quality over Bluetooth will benefit from the Oppo's aptX support. Neither advantage is trivial — the right choice depends entirely on how the user listens to audio.

Connectivity & Features:
release date May 2025 March 2025
has 5G support
Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
SIM cards 2 SIM 2 SIM
Bluetooth version 5 5.1
has an external memory slot
Has USB Type-C
USB version 2 2
has NFC
download speed 2900 MBits/s 300 MBits/s
upload speed 900 MBits/s 100 MBits/s
Has a fingerprint scanner
has emergency SOS via satellite
has crash detection
is DLNA-certified
has a gyroscope
supports ANT+
Has a heart rate monitor
has GPS
has a compass
supports Wi-Fi
Has an infrared sensor
has an accelerometer
has a cellular module
Has a barometer
has an HDMI output
Uses 3D facial recognition
Has an iris scanner
Stylus included
supports Galileo
Has motion tracking
Has optical tracking
Has a built-in projector

Much of this category is shared ground — both phones support dual SIM, Wi-Fi 5, USB Type-C, NFC, GPS, expandable storage, a fingerprint scanner, and Galileo satellite navigation. For everyday connectivity needs, users of either device will find themselves equally equipped. That said, two differences are worth examining closely. The TCL 605 edges ahead with Bluetooth 5.1 versus the Oppo's Bluetooth 5.0, which brings marginally improved connection direction-finding and stability — a minor but real refinement for wireless peripheral users.

The more striking gap is in cellular throughput. The Oppo A5 4G lists a download speed of 2900 Mbits/s and upload of 900 Mbits/s, versus the TCL's 300 Mbits/s down and 100 Mbits/s up. While real-world LTE speeds are always capped by network conditions, a higher modem ceiling means the Oppo is better positioned to take advantage of strong network signals — particularly relevant for data-heavy tasks like streaming, large file transfers, or tethering other devices.

The Oppo also includes a digital compass, which the TCL lacks. A compass enables accurate map orientation without movement — useful for navigation apps that need to know which direction the phone is facing, not just where it is. Taken together, the Oppo A5 4G holds the advantage in this category, with its significantly higher cellular speeds and compass sensor outweighing the TCL's marginal Bluetooth version bump.

Miscellaneous:
has a video light
Has sapphire glass display
Has a curved display
Has an e-paper display

The Miscellaneous spec group offers nothing to separate the Oppo A5 4G and TCL 605. Every listed attribute is identical: both have a video light, and neither features sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper panel. This is a complete tie with no differentiating factor on either side.

Comparison Summary & Verdict

This is a specification comparison between the Oppo A5 4G and TCL 605. Both products feature a 256GB internal storage, 8GB of RAM, and Android 15 as the operating system. However, the Oppo A5 4G offers a water-resistant design with an IP65 rating, while the TCL 605 lacks water resistance with an IP54 rating. The Oppo A5 4G is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, while the TCL 605 uses a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset. The Oppo A5 4G also has a dual-lens main camera, while the TCL 605 has a single-lens camera. Additionally, the Oppo A5 4G supports 45W fast charging, compared to the TCL 605's 18W charging speed.