Oppo Reno12 vs OPPO Reno16 F
The Oppo Reno12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the OPPO Reno16 F (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 F leads — 63/100 vs 56/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 F has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Oppo Reno12 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 194g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno12
OPPO Reno16 F
What makes Oppo Reno12 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 194g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 58/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 F better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (64/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo Reno12 vs the OPPO Reno16 F, the OPPO Reno16 F scores 7 points higher (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 F leads (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 F leads (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 F notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 F is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 F (77/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo Reno12 | OPPO Reno16 F | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, ColorOS 14.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×74.1×7.6 mm | 158.2×74.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | — | $480 |
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno16 F
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo Reno12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 F
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16 F
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo Reno12 and OPPO Reno16 F, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo Reno12
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 F notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (64/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 F is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 F (77/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 or the OPPO Reno16 F?
The OPPO Reno16 F edges out the Oppo Reno12 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 and the OPPO Reno16 F?
The Oppo Reno12 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the OPPO Reno16 F — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 or the OPPO Reno16 F?
The OPPO Reno16 F leads on camera score (64/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 over the OPPO Reno16 F?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the OPPO Reno16 F (64/100 vs 40/100).