Oppo Reno12 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads — 41/100 vs 19/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Oppo Reno12 (China) is thinner (7.3mm vs 9.1mm).

The Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 22 points (41/100 vs 19/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 192g

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo Reno12 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Oppo Reno12 (China) scores 22 points higher (41/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (62/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (62/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo Reno12 (China) Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8250 Unisoc
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 1080x2412 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP65
Dimensions 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 179 g 192 g
Price $135
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (62/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (76/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 22 points (41/100 vs 19/100).

What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.