OPPO Reno16c vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The OPPO Reno16c (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 63/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 879,714); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the OPPO Reno16c doesn't; the OPPO Reno16c is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16c
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes OPPO Reno16c better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16c vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 13 points higher (76/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16c leads (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16c | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16c
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16c and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads OPPO Reno16c by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno16c — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16c and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The OPPO Reno16c has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The OPPO Reno16c leads on camera score (64/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16c over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.