OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Realme 12 Pro
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; launch prices were $600 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 55/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 737,054).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Realme 12 Pro
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $600
- Overall rating 55/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Realme 12 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 28 points higher (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 53/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, Realme 12 Pro — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 737054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 2700 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $215 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Realme 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Realme 12 Pro by 317.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $385. Realme 12 Pro was $385 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (82/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (95/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (94/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme 12 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 28 points (83/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme 12 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme 12 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Realme 12 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.