Apple iPhone 17e vs Oppo Reno12 (China)

The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads — 41/100 vs 38/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 179g).

The Oppo Reno12 (China) edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance 59
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 4
Design 96
Value for money 69
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 179g

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 76/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Oppo Reno12 (China), the Oppo Reno12 (China) scores 3 points higher (41/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (62/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (51/100 vs 4/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (62/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (51/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17e Oppo Reno12 (China)
Processor Apple A19 MediaTek Dimensity 8250
AnTuTu 2085000
Geekbench Single 3610
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2556x1179 1080x2412
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 20W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 24 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 19 Android 14, ColorOS 14.1
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm
Weight 163 g 179 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
29
camera
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
4
battery
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17e
$599
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (59/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (62/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (51/100 vs 4/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (96/100 vs 76/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Oppo Reno12 (China) — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.