Nothing Phone (2a) vs Oppo Reno12 (China)

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads — 41/100 vs 40/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.6mm).

The Oppo Reno12 (China) edges out the Nothing Phone (2a) by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 179g vs 190g

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 54/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Oppo Reno12 (China), the Oppo Reno12 (China) scores 1 points higher (41/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Oppo Reno12 (China) are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) Oppo Reno12 (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8250
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1084 1080x2412
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 14, ColorOS 14.1
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP65
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm
Weight 190 g 179 g
Price $349
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Oppo Reno12 (China) are nearly equal (4/100 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) is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (76/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) edges out the Nothing Phone (2a) by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Oppo Reno12 (China) — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.