Oppo Reno12 vs OPPO Reno16c
The Oppo Reno12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the OPPO Reno16c (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16c leads — 63/100 vs 56/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16c has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Oppo Reno12 has NFC for contactless payments, the OPPO Reno16c doesn't; the Oppo Reno12 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno12
OPPO Reno16c
What makes Oppo Reno12 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 195g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 57/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16c 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 Reno16c, the OPPO Reno16c scores 7 points higher (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16c leads (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c 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 Reno16c notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (77/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo Reno12 | OPPO Reno16c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×74.1×7.6 mm | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno16c
- 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 Reno16c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16c
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo Reno12 and OPPO Reno16c, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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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 Reno16c notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (64/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (77/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno12 or the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16c 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 Reno16c?
The Oppo Reno12 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the OPPO Reno16c — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno12 or the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16c leads on camera score (64/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Oppo Reno12 over the OPPO Reno16c?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the OPPO Reno16c (64/100 vs 40/100).