Oppo Reno12 vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The Oppo Reno12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 56/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno12
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes Oppo Reno12 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 188g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 64/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo Reno12 vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 27 points higher (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno12 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo Reno12 | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, ColorOS 14.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×74.1×7.6 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | $600 |
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo Reno12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo Reno12 and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Oppo Reno12 by 71.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo Reno12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (82/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (95/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (94/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno12 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 by 27 points (83/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno12 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The Oppo Reno12 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo Reno12 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.