OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Xiaomi 12
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $600 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 64/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 1,322,176).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Xiaomi 12
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $750
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1555
- Lighter: 180g vs 188g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 19 points higher (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 52/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $750 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Xiaomi 12 by 132.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. OPPO Reno16 Pro was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Xiaomi 12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Xiaomi 12?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.