OPPO Reno 16 Pro vs Redmi 12C
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $661 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 25/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OPPO Reno 16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 346,495).
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
Redmi 12C
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $661
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the OPPO Reno 16 Pro vs the Redmi 12C, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro scores 61 points higher (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (83/100 vs 43/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 16 Pro — 84/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the OPPO Reno 16 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | OPPO Reno 16 Pro | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1272 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 10W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $661 | $120 |
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared OPPO Reno 16 Pro and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads Redmi 12C by 788.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $541. Redmi 12C was $541 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the OPPO Reno 16 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 61 points (86/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 16 Pro and the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 16 Pro over the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use.