OPPO Reno 16 Pro vs Redmi Note 12
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $661 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-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 467,392).
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
Redmi Note 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $661
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the OPPO Reno 16 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 16 Pro — 84/100, Redmi Note 12 — 48/100; 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 Note 12 (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the OPPO Reno 16 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16 Pro (72/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | OPPO Reno 16 Pro | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1272 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $661 | $200 |
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared OPPO Reno 16 Pro and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 by 558.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $461. Redmi Note 12 was $461 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the OPPO Reno 16 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16 Pro (72/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 16 Pro and the Redmi Note 12?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads on performance (89/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 16 Pro over the Redmi Note 12?
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 Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use.