OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A12
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; launch prices were $600 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 30/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 199,111); the OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A12
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $600
- Overall rating 30/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A12, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 53 points higher (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 52/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A12 (82/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $180 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 1446.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (82/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (95/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (64/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 53 points (83/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Samsung Galaxy A12 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.