Oppo Reno12 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads — 41/100 vs 32/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) is noticeably lighter (179g vs 200g).
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Lighter: 179g vs 200g
- Better camera (62/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Oppo Reno12 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Oppo Reno12 (China) scores 9 points higher (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (62/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (62/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Oppo Reno12 (China) | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8250 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 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) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (62/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (76/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A26 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.