Oppo Reno12 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy S26

The Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 41/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno12 (China) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 179g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Oppo Reno12 (China) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 179g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo Reno12 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 13 points higher (54/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (62/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (62/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo Reno12 (China) Samsung Galaxy S26
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8250 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 2856499
Geekbench Single 2880
Geekbench Multi 9100
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2412 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 80W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 10 MP
Front camera 50 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65 IP68
Dimensions 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 179 g 162 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (64/100 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) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (62/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (97/100 vs 76/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Oppo Reno12 (China) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.