After comparing the Realme X3 SuperZoom to Realme X2 Pro and X50 Pro Player, we are here for another flagship killers comparison. This time, we choose three devices from three different brands owned by BBK Electronics. All of them carry very interesting price tags while still offering flagship-class specifications. We are talking about the Oppo Ace2, the vanilla OnePlus 8, and the Vivo X50 Pro+. Which flagship should you buy and which offers the highest value for money? We will try to answer these questions through an in-depth specs comparison.
Oppo Ace2 vs OnePlus 8 vs Vivo X50 Pro+
| Oppo Ace2 | OnePlus 8 | Vivo X50 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 160 x 75.4 x 8.6 mm, 186 g | 160.2 x 72.9 x 8 mm, 180 g | 158.5 x 72.8 x 8 mm, 182 g |
| DISPLAY | 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED | 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Fluid AMOLED | 6.56 inches, 1080 x 2376p (Full HD+), AMOLED |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, octa-core 2.84 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, octa-core 2.84 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, octa-core 2.84 GHz |
| MEMORY | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB |
| SOFTWARE | Android 10, ColorOS | Android 10, Oxygen OS | Android 10, Funtouch OS |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS |
| CAMERA | Quad 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/2.2 16 MP f/2.4 front camera |
Triple 48 + 16 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.0 front camera |
Quad 50 + 8 + 13 + 8 MP, f/1.9 + f/3.0 + f/2.5 + f/2.2 32 MP f/2.5 front camera |
| BATTERY | 4000 mAh, fast charging 65W, Fast wireless charging 40W | 4300 mAh, fast charging 30W | 4315 mAh, fast charging 44W |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Dual SIM slot, reverse wireless charging 10W, 5G | Dual SIM slot, 5G, IP68 waterproof | Dual SIM slot, 5G |
Design
At first glance, since it features a less invasive camera module, OnePlus 8 looks more elegant than its rivals. But the Vivo X50 Pro+ comes in a stunning color variant including a leather body which, in my honest opinion, would win almost every design comparison. I also like the Vivo X50 Pro+ for its curved screen and its incredibly high screen-to-body ratio. Sure, its camera module is huge and it is not the most elegant solution, but it remains one of the most stylish phones out there.
Display
With OnePlus 8, Oppo Ace2 and Vivo X50 Pro+ you do not get so many differences when it comes to display specifications. We give the first place to the Vivo X50 Pro+ because it has a higher refresh rate: 120 Hz instead of the 90 Hz found on the OnePlus 8 and the Oppo Ace2. With 120 Hz, you get a smoother viewing experience. In each case, you get an AMOLED panel with rich colors and the HDR10+ certification, as well as the same display diagonal.
Hardware/Software
The strongest point of OnePlus 8, Oppo Ace 2 and Vivo X50 Pro+ is undoubtedly the hardware side. They all feature the Snapdragon 865 mobile platform which is actually the best Qualcomm SoC released in 2020 for mobile devices. You even get up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.0 native storage. These devices are able to provide blazing speeds, high stability, and very high performances in every scenario, including the most demanding games and multi-tasking. The most interesting software side is the one found on the OnePlus 8 as it runs the Oxygen OS which is close to stock Android and well-optimized, but ColorOS is getting very close with a lot of improvements in the last period.
Camera
Vivo X50 Pro+ is definitely the best camera phone of this trio with a 50 MP main camera, dual OIS, 5x optical zoom and gimbal-like stabilization technology which is actually a lot better than normal OIS systems. Right after (but it does not stand a chance against the Vivo X50 Pro+), we got the OnePlus 8 with a 48 MP triple camera. Oppo Ace2 is definitely not a high-end camera phone.
Battery
Oppo Ace2 has the fastest charging technology and even the fastest wireless charging technology ever brought to the market. It needs just 30 minutes for a full charge and 56 minutes with wireless charging. But the OnePlus 8 can provide the longest battery life thanks to a bigger battery.
Price
OnePlus 8 sells in China with a starting price of €502/$565, Oppo Ace2 is priced $565 too, and Vivo X50 Pro+ sells for $709/€630. If we consider all the specifications, Vivo X50 Pro+ is the most convincing one as it offers a higher refresh rate and much better cameras. If you do not care about cameras, you can save some money with the Oppo Ace2 without facing important compromises. OnePlus 8 carries the same starting price as the Oppo Ace2 but it offers better cameras and slower charging speeds, as well as a great software department with the Oxygen OS.
Oppo Ace2 vs OnePlus 8 vs Vivo X50 Pro+: PRO and CONS
Oppo Ace2
PROS
- Fastest charging
- Fastest wireless charging
- Reverse charging
- Good price
- Stereo speakers
CONS
- Inferior cameras
Vivo X50 Pro+
PROS
- Best cameras
- Better display
- Amazing design
- Gimbal-like stabilization
CONS
- Nothing particular
OnePlus 8
PROS
- Very good software
- Worldwide availability
- Stereo speakers
- Great battery life
CONS
- Nothing particular
