{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/oppo-a7-pro-vs-xiaomi-poco-c81-pro/",
    "generated": "2026-10-16T11:02:52+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Oppo A7 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 68 against 55 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and value for money. The Oppo A7 Pro still wins on battery & charging and display, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is the cheaper of the two at PKR 43,999 against PKR 79,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Oppo A7 Pro",
            "slug": "oppo-a7-pro",
            "brand": "Oppo",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/oppo/oppo-a7-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-13-2026-10_32_07-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 79999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-09-13T05:50:18+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 13,
                "camera": 56.9,
                "battery": 81.3,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 50,
                "value": 47.8,
                "overall": 55
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "159.08 × 75.81 × 8.80 mm",
                    "Weight": "205 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP69K"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.57 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 × 2372 pixels, FHD+",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED / OLED 120Hz 10-bit / 1.07 billion colors 1,400 nits",
                    "Protection": "Panda Glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core, up to 2.4 GHz",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16, ColorOS 16,"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6GB / 8GB LPDDR4X",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB UFS 2.2",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP + Auxiliary Camera, f/1.9, PDAF, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.1, 25mm (wide)",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30/60fps, 720p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "8000 mAh, Non-removable Li-Po Battery",
                    "Wired charging": "45W SUPERVOOC Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Electronic Compass, Under-display Optical Fingerprint Sensor, Infrared Remote Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro",
            "brand": "Poco",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/poco/xiaomi-poco-c81-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-18-2026-10_26_00-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 43999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-02-18T05:28:32+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 51,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 73.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 25,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 67.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Around mid-2026",
                    "Water resistance": "No official IP certification"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.9 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels (~254 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen 120 Hz"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T7250 (4G)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-Core",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MP1",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 OS"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64 GB / 128 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Dual camera setup: • Primary: 50 MP • Auxiliary lens LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "13 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p @30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Po 6000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "15W"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "v5.4 with A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor Accelerometer Compass (Magnetometer) Proximity Sensor (virtual)",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro",
        "margin": 12.9,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 13,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 51
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 56.9,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 79
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 81.3,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 73.8
                },
                "leader": "oppo-a7-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 100,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 87
                },
                "leader": "oppo-a7-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 50,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 25
                },
                "leader": "oppo-a7-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-a7-pro": 47.8,
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro costs PKR 36,000 less.",
        "Oppo A7 Pro packs a 2,000 mAh larger battery.",
        "Oppo A7 Pro charges 30W faster.",
        "Oppo A7 Pro offers 4 GB more RAM.",
        "Oppo A7 Pro ships with 128 GB more storage.",
        "Oppo A7 Pro uses an OLED panel while the other sticks with LCD."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Oppo A7 Pro or Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 12.9 points. It wins on performance, camera and value for money. Oppo A7 Pro can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Oppo A7 Pro and Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Oppo A7 Pro is listed at PKR 79,999 and Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro at PKR 43,999. That makes Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro cheaper by PKR 36,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Oppo A7 Pro or Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Oppo A7 Pro or Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro?",
            "answer": "Oppo A7 Pro leads on battery. Oppo A7 Pro carries a 8000 mAh cell and Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro a 6000 mAh cell, with 45W and 15W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Oppo A7 Pro or Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is the stronger gaming phone here. Oppo A7 Pro runs the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max while Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro runs the Unisoc T7250 (4G)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}