Unexpectedly, the Samsung is the cheaper one here. And it's faster. But the OPPO has its own trump cards - the battery and protection.
Short answer
Galaxy A36 5G - Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 with 5G, Super AMOLED FHD+, 8/256 GB, three cameras, lighter and cheaper. OPPO A6 - 7000 mAh and IP66/68/69 protection.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G | OPPO A6 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 |
| Display | 6.7", Super AMOLED, 1080×2340, 120 Hz | 6.75", LCD, 720×1570, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/256 GB | 6/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP + 5 MP | 50 MP + 2 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 8 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W | 45 W |
| Protection | IP67 | IP66 / IP68 / IP69 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.4 mm / 195 g | 8.61 mm / 215 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Performance
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 is on a completely different level.
Screen
AMOLED FHD+ vs LCD HD+, both 120 Hz.
Battery and protection
7000 mAh and IP69 on the OPPO vs 5000 mAh on the Samsung.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Almost everything - Galaxy A36 5G.
- Battery life and water protection - OPPO A6.
FAQ
Is the charging the same?
Yes, 45 W.
Does the OPPO A6 have 5G?
No.
Which is cheaper?
The Galaxy A36 5G.