Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs Oppo Reno12 (China)
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads — 43/100 vs 41/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) is noticeably lighter (179g vs 201g).
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 80W vs 50W
- Lighter: 179g vs 201g
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 44/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs the Oppo Reno12 (China), the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro scores 2 points higher (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) Pro | Oppo Reno12 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8250 | |
| AnTuTu | 1063102 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1162 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3315 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 50W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 179 g | |
| Price | $459 | — |
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (76/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro edges out the Oppo Reno12 (China) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Oppo Reno12 (China) — 41/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro over the Oppo Reno12 (China)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.