Google Pixel 8 vs Oppo Reno12 (China)

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 41/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the Oppo Reno12 (China) is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.9mm).

The Google Pixel 8 edges out the Oppo Reno12 (China) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
  • Lighter: 179g vs 187g

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Oppo Reno12 (China), the Google Pixel 8 scores 9 points higher (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (79/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Oppo Reno12 (China)
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 8250
AnTuTu 1443431
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.2" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2412
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 80W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 14, ColorOS 14.1
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm
Weight 187 g 179 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (79/100 vs 62/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (51/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Google Pixel 8 edges out the Oppo Reno12 (China) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Oppo Reno12 (China) — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 62/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.