Apple iPhone Air vs Oppo Reno12 (China)
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 64/100 vs 41/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.
Apple iPhone Air
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- Lighter: 165g vs 179g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 62/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 76/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 9/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Oppo Reno12 (China), the Apple iPhone Air scores 23 points higher (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Oppo Reno12 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8250 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×None×None mm | 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 179 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (70/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (51/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (93/100 vs 76/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) by 23 points (64/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Oppo Reno12 (China) — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (70/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for active users. The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.