Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display Benchmark Scores: A Matte-Screen Tablet Built for Reading, Not Raw Power

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display, also known as the Oppo Pad Air5 in some markets, enters the tablet conversation with a very specific promise: a more comfortable screen for reading, writing, studying and office work. Its biggest selling point is not a flagship processor or gaming-focused graphics performance. Instead, Oppo has focused attention on the display — a 12.1-inch matte IPS LCD panel designed to reduce reflections and make long sessions easier on the eyes.

That design choice shapes almost everything about the device. The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display has a sharp 2,800 x 1,980-pixel resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate and support for 12-bit colors. It is also TÜV Rheinland certified for a 97% cut to reflections and a 70% reduction in harmful blue light. On paper, that makes it a strong candidate for users who want a tablet for reading documents, marking up PDFs, taking notes, browsing, watching videos and handling everyday productivity tasks.

But benchmark scores tell a more complicated story. The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display is not a weak tablet, but it is not the most powerful option in its price bracket either. Its performance figures show a device that prioritizes screen comfort and practical usability over gaming, heavy editing or high-performance workloads.

A Tablet Defined by Its Screen

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display’s most important feature is right in its name. Unlike standard glossy tablets, this model uses a matte anti-glare panel. That helps reduce distracting reflections, especially when used near windows, under bright lights or outdoors.

The display is a 12.1-inch IPS LCD with a 2,800 x 1,980 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. That resolution is high for this category and helps make text, handwriting, diagrams and interface elements look sharp. For students, office workers and readers, this matters more than peak benchmark numbers.

However, the matte finish comes with a trade-off. Anti-glare screens can appear slightly duller than glossy displays because they scatter reflections rather than producing the same high-contrast shine. For reading and writing, that is often a benefit. For users who prioritize punchy colors, deep contrast and entertainment-first visuals, it may feel less vibrant.

This is the central identity of the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display: it is a productivity and reading-first tablet, not a performance-first tablet.

The Hardware Behind the Benchmarks

The tested Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display configuration uses 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. That places it in the middle of the available lineup. The base model has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, while the top model offers 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

At the center of the device is the Dimensity 7300 Ultra, a 4nm chip built on TSMC’s N4 process. Its CPU setup includes four Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.8GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores. This is a capable mid-range configuration, but it is not designed to compete with stronger Snapdragon 7-series chips that use newer CPU cores or more aggressive performance layouts.

That becomes clear when the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display is compared with tablets such as the Xiaomi Pad 7, Poco Pad M1, OnePlus Pad Go 2, Infinix XPad GT and Redmi Pad 2.

GeekBench 6: Middle-of-the-Pack CPU Performance

In GeekBench 6 single-core testing, the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display scored 1,014. That puts it above the OnePlus Pad Go 2, which scored 907, and the Redmi Pad 2, which scored 737. However, it falls behind several key competitors.

The Xiaomi Pad 7, powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, scored 1,873 in single-core testing. The Infinix XPad GT, using the older but still powerful Snapdragon 888, reached 1,557. The Poco Pad M1, with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, scored 1,244.

GeekBench 6 Single-Core Scores

Tablet	Chipset	RAM/Storage	Score
Xiaomi Pad 7	Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3	12GB/256GB	1,873
Infinix XPad GT	Snapdragon 888	8GB/256GB	1,557
Poco Pad M1	Snapdragon 7s Gen 4	8GB/256GB	1,244
Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display	Dimensity 7300	8GB/256GB	1,014
OnePlus Pad Go 2	Dimensity 7300 Ultra	8GB/128GB	907
Redmi Pad 2	Helio G100 Ultra	8GB/256GB	737

The results show that the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display can handle everyday tasks comfortably, but it does not deliver class-leading CPU performance. The Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 in the Xiaomi Pad 7 has a major advantage because of its Cortex-X4 prime core, while the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 in the Poco Pad M1 benefits from newer-generation CPU cores.

For normal use — browsing, reading, streaming, document work and note-taking — the Oppo’s CPU should be adequate. For users who frequently edit media, multitask heavily or run demanding apps, the performance gap becomes more meaningful.

AnTuTu: Solid Overall Performance, But Not Best-in-Class

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display scored 780,553 in AnTuTu testing. This places it ahead of the OnePlus Pad Go 2, which scored 719,742, and far ahead of the Redmi Pad 2, which scored 414,128.

However, the Xiaomi Pad 7 leads the group with a much higher score of 1,446,677, while the Infinix XPad GT scored 985,890 and the Poco Pad M1 reached 817,549.

AnTuTu Scores

Tablet	Chipset	Display Resolution	Score
Xiaomi Pad 7	Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3	2,136 x 3,200	1,446,677
Infinix XPad GT	Snapdragon 888	1,840 x 2,880	985,890
Poco Pad M1	Snapdragon 7s Gen 4	1,600 x 2,560	817,549
Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display	Dimensity 7300	1,980 x 2,800	780,553
OnePlus Pad Go 2	Dimensity 7300 Ultra	1,980 x 2,800	719,742
Redmi Pad 2	Helio G100 Ultra	1,600 x 2,500	414,128

The Oppo result is respectable, but the comparison highlights a key pricing challenge. In Malaysia, the 8GB/256GB Wi-Fi version costs MYR 2,100, while in Singapore the same model costs SGD 570. At those prices, it is competing with tablets that may offer stronger performance for less money or similar money.

For example, the Xiaomi Pad 7 costs around MYR 1,500 or SGD 500 and includes a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, an 11.2-inch IPS LCD, a 144Hz refresh rate and a 3,200 x 2,136 resolution. The Poco Pad M1 is priced at around MYR 1,000 or SGD 350 for an 8GB/256GB model and combines a 12.1-inch 120Hz IPS LCD with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4.

That makes the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display’s value proposition very specific. Buyers are paying more for the matte display experience, not for the fastest benchmark numbers.

Graphics Performance: Not a Gaming Tablet

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display uses the Mali-G615 MC2 GPU. It is a fairly modern graphics unit, but the low core count limits its performance. In 3DMark Wild Life Extreme testing, the tablet scored 865.

That places it slightly below the OnePlus Pad Go 2, which scored 877 with the same Mali-G615 MC2 GPU, but above the Redmi Pad 2, which scored 347 with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU.

The stronger competitors are clearly ahead. The Xiaomi Pad 7 scored 3,031 with its Adreno 732 GPU. The Infinix XPad GT scored 1,533 with the Adreno 660, while the Poco Pad M1 scored 1,103 with the Adreno 810.

3DMark Wild Life Extreme Scores

Tablet	GPU	Score
Xiaomi Pad 7	Adreno 732	3,031
Infinix XPad GT	Adreno 660	1,533
Poco Pad M1	Adreno 810	1,103
OnePlus Pad Go 2	Mali-G615 MC2	877
Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display	Mali-G615 MC2	865
Redmi Pad 2	Mali-G57 MC2	347

This is where the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display’s positioning becomes very clear. It can manage casual games and standard visual workloads, but it is not the best choice for gaming, video editing or graphics-heavy apps. The high-resolution screen also adds extra load, because the tablet has more pixels to drive than lower-resolution alternatives.

For users who want a tablet mainly for gaming, the Xiaomi Pad 7 is in a different performance class. For users who want reading comfort and note-taking, the Oppo remains relevant.

Battery Life Adds Strength to the Productivity Pitch

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display pairs its 12.1-inch 120Hz IPS LCD with a 10,050mAh battery. In battery testing, it delivered a 13-hour Active Use Score, which is good for a large tablet.

The breakdown includes close to 49 hours of calling, 13 hours of browsing, close to 14 and a half hours of video playback, and exactly 7 hours of gaming. Tablet calling was tested using WhatsApp.

These numbers support the tablet’s productivity-first identity. A 13-hour Active Use Score is enough for long study days, office use, web research, video playback and document review. However, the OnePlus Pad Go 2, which has the same 10,050mAh battery, performed better. It scored around an hour and a half more in Active Use Score, about 13 hours more in the call test, one hour more in browsing, nearly one and a half hours more in video playback, and one hour more in gaming.

That difference matters because the two devices share similar core specifications. It suggests that Oppo’s matte display tuning, software behavior, thermal management or other system-level factors may affect endurance.

Charging Is Functional, Not Impressive

Charging is one of the weaker parts of the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display package. The tablet supports 33W SuperVOOC charging, which is modest for a 10,050mAh battery.

In charging tests, it reached 16% in 15 minutes, 33% in 30 minutes, and took close to 2 hours to reach 100%.

That is acceptable for overnight charging or desk-based use, but it is not especially fast. Users who regularly forget to charge their devices may find the large battery slow to refill. Still, the tablet’s charging speed was broadly in line with similarly configured devices such as the OnePlus Pad Go 2, which also uses 33W SuperVOOC.

The Price-Performance Question

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display’s biggest challenge is not that it performs badly. It does not. The problem is that it sits in a competitive price range where some rivals offer more raw power.

The Xiaomi Pad 7 is a strong example. It offers a significantly faster Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip and stronger GPU performance. It also has a high-resolution 144Hz display. In some regions, Xiaomi also sells a nano-textured version, also known as a soft light version, which reduces screen reflectivity by 65% and removes 99% of interfering light. That version costs extra, but it directly challenges Oppo’s matte-display advantage.

The Poco Pad M1 also complicates the picture. It is cheaper in the markets listed and still beats the Oppo in AnTuTu and 3DMark. It does not match the Oppo’s matte-screen identity, but for buyers focused on value and performance, it may be more attractive.

The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is another interesting comparison. It uses the same Dimensity 7300 Ultra and has a similar 12.1-inch 120Hz 2,800 x 1,980 IPS LCD display. Its pricing at SGD 370 for an 8GB/128GB version makes it cheaper, though it has less storage than the tested Oppo model.

This means the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display is best understood as a specialist device. It is not trying to win the benchmark race. It is trying to win users who value eye comfort, reading, handwriting and reduced glare.

Who Should Consider the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display?

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display makes the most sense for students, researchers, office users and professionals who spend long hours with text-heavy content. If the tablet will mostly be used for PDF reading, note-taking, document review, web browsing, video calls and light multitasking, the benchmark scores are good enough.

The matte display may also appeal to users who dislike the mirror-like reflections of glossy tablets. In bright rooms, classrooms, offices and outdoor environments, a glare-reduced display can make a noticeable difference.

However, users who want a tablet for gaming, demanding creative work or performance-heavy multitasking should compare alternatives carefully. The 3DMark score of 865 and the AnTuTu score of 780,553 show that the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display is not built for maximum performance. It can do everyday work well, but it is not the strongest performer in its category.

The Bigger Trend: Comfort-Focused Tablets Are Becoming More Important

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display reflects a wider shift in the tablet market. Manufacturers are no longer competing only on processor speed, display resolution and battery size. More brands are now focusing on use-case-specific designs, especially for reading, writing and productivity.

Matte and paper-like screens are part of that trend. Tablets are increasingly being used as digital notebooks, e-readers, study tools and office companions. For those roles, a screen that reduces glare and eye strain can be more valuable than a faster GPU.

That does not mean performance no longer matters. The benchmark comparisons show that buyers still need to evaluate the balance between price, chipset, storage, display quality and battery life. Oppo’s challenge is to convince buyers that its matte display justifies the premium over faster or cheaper rivals.

Conclusion: A Good Tablet With a Very Specific Audience

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display is a well-defined product. Its benchmark scores show mid-range performance, not flagship power. Its GeekBench 6 single-core score of 1,014, AnTuTu score of 780,553 and 3DMark Wild Life Extreme score of 865 place it behind several performance-focused competitors, especially the Xiaomi Pad 7.

But benchmarks do not tell the full story. The tablet’s 12.1-inch matte display, 2,800 x 1,980 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, TÜV Rheinland certification, 10,050mAh battery and UFS 3.1 storage make it a practical device for reading, writing and daily productivity.

The Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display is not the tablet to buy for gaming, video editing or raw speed. It is the tablet to consider if comfort, note-taking and reduced reflections matter more than leaderboard performance. For the right user, that trade-off may be worth it. For everyone else, the benchmark scores show that stronger value can be found elsewhere.