ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Oppo Reno12 (China)

The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads — 60/100 vs 41/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 5000); the Oppo Reno12 (China) is noticeably lighter (179g vs 227g).

The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is noticeably better than the Oppo Reno12 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Performance 72
Display 100
Camera 39
Battery 58
Design 16
Value for money 41
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (72/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
  • Lighter: 179g vs 227g

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Oppo Reno12 (China), the ASUS ROG Phone 9 scores 19 points higher (60/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (62/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (62/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (76/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

ASUS ROG Phone 9: The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for active users.
Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification ASUS ROG Phone 9 Oppo Reno12 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 8250
AnTuTu 3136217
Geekbench Single 3100
Geekbench Multi 9900
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2412
Refresh rate 185 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 65W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB / 24GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 / ROG UI Android 14, ColorOS 14.1
Brightness (peak) 2500 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm
Weight 227 g 179 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 185 Hz
100
display
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
  • 5800 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • Wireless: 15W
58
battery
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
ASUS ROG Phone 9
$999
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (72/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (62/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (76/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is noticeably better than the Oppo Reno12 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Oppo Reno12 (China) — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (72/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for active users. The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.