Oppo Reno12 (China) vs Vivo S50 Pro mini

The Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 71/100 vs 41/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000).

The Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) by 30 points (71/100 vs 41/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
Vivo S50 Pro mini
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 73
Design 61
Value for money 76
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 191g

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo Reno12 (China) vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 30 points higher (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (76/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (76/100 vs 55/100).

Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo S50 Pro mini: The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo Reno12 (China) Vivo S50 Pro mini
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8250 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 3068952
Geekbench Single 2903
Geekbench Multi 9602
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2412 1216x2640
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 80W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 50 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm
Weight 179 g 191 g
Price $485
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Vivo S50 Pro mini
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo S50 Pro mini
  • 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1216x2640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo S50 Pro mini
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
73
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Vivo S50 Pro mini
$485
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (73/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (76/100 vs 61/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (76/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?

The Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) by 30 points (71/100 vs 41/100).

What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 (China) and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 71/100.

Which is more powerful: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?

The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 (China) over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.