Oppo Reno12 (China) vs Vivo Y500
The Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads — 41/100 vs 36/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 5000); the Oppo Reno12 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Oppo Reno12 (China) is noticeably lighter (179g vs 210g).
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Vivo Y500
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Lighter: 179g vs 210g
- Better camera (62/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Oppo Reno12 (China) vs the Vivo Y500, the Oppo Reno12 (China) scores 5 points higher (41/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (62/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 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) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (62/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Oppo Reno12 (China) | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8250 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 210 g | |
| Price | — | $345 |
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno12 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- 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) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (62/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (76/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Vivo Y500?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) edges out the Vivo Y500 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 (China) and the Vivo Y500?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 (China) or the Vivo Y500?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 (China) over the Vivo Y500?
The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.