OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Realme 12 Lite
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Realme 12 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 42/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Realme 12 Lite
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 188g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Realme 12 Lite, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 41 points higher (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Realme 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Realme UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | — |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Realme 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Realme 12 Lite by 546.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 12 Lite
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (82/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (95/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (94/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme 12 Lite?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite by 41 points (83/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Realme 12 Lite?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Realme 12 Lite — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme 12 Lite?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme 12 Lite?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Realme 12 Lite?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.