Oppo Reno12 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
The Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads — 41/100 vs 37/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Oppo Reno12 (China) is noticeably lighter (179g vs 228g).
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Lighter: 179g vs 228g
- Better camera (62/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Oppo Reno12 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, the Oppo Reno12 (China) scores 4 points higher (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (76/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Oppo Reno12 (China) | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8250 | Samsung Exynos 2100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1074182 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1435 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3555 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 117 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 40 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 179 g | 228 g | |
| Price | — | $1199 |
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 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) is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (76/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.