ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super; launch prices were $999 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 75/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 3,079,298); the OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 3079298
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $999
- Better camera (94/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 8 points higher (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100. In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $600 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads OPPO Reno16 Pro by 5.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. OPPO Reno16 Pro was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (94/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.