OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Redmi 12C
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $600 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 25/100 (a 58-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 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Redmi 12C
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $600
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Redmi 12C, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 58 points higher (83/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; 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 Redmi 12C (82/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $120 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Redmi 12C by 783.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $480. Redmi 12C was $480 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (82/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (95/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 43/100).
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 Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 58 points (83/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Redmi 12C?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.