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OPPO Reno12 5G review: 196 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:?

OPPO Reno12 5G Review: Compare 196 technical specifications and 35 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

OPPO Reno12 5G
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

35%

7.5

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

7.5

Reviews score

10%

8.3

Sentiment score

▲Better than 69% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

▲Better than 80%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

25%

7.6

Performance

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

7.2

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

▲Better than 73%
7.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 56% of models

7.5

Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

8.5

Popularity

Grades by review (35)
10 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 25 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 56%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £310
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the OPPO Reno12 5G

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Reviewers like the battery, slim design and display, but agree the extra lenses are weak and performance often lags.
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OPPO Reno12 5G

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components:

25%

7.6

Performance

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

7.2

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

7.5
Reviews score
7.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

8.0
Processor model
?
Storage type
?
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 51.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This smartphone runs Android, which is more mainstream than the system in 4.8% of smartphones and the same as in 95.2% of smartphones.
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not support direct OS updates. 20.1% of smartphones offer this.
Promised software updates
?
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone runs an open-source operating system. 5.2% of smartphones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
?
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
32 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 32 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 42.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.7% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.2% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
eSIM support
no
OPPO Reno12 5G does not have eSIM support. 19.9% of smartphones offer this.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.6% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
?
Pixel density
394 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 394 ppi which is lower than that of 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.7% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.4% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.6% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 29% of smartphones.
Charging speed
?
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.2% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
?
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.3% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not have a headphone jack. 45.1% of smartphones offer this.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.3% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.9% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not have an FM radio. 34.3% of smartphones offer this.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless Bluetooth audio. 12.5% of smartphones offer this.
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Height
163.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.1 mm which is shorter than 56.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
75.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.8 mm which is narrower than 53.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
?
Weight
?
Device volume
?
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OPPO Reno12 5G vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.4% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.3% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone has more advanced Wi-Fi than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.1% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.4% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 4.1% better value for money
    OPPO Reno12 5G has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.98 vs 7.7).
    7.98 vs 7.66
  • 2.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models

    7.5

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (35)
    10 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 25 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.5 vs 7.3
  • 6.4% higher sentiment score
    8.3 vs 7.8
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.4% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.3% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone has more advanced Wi-Fi than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.4% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.1% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 49.5% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 9.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.3% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (394 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    394 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 9.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.3% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (394 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    394 ppi vs 395 ppi

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

5.0
Tech OverWatch
≈ estimated
10/02/2025
Long-term review · charging test and camera tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G covers many needs but falls short on build, water resistance and video quality.
7.0
Hey its Tech
≈ estimated
28/12/2024
Hands-on camera review · photo, video and zoom tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G is good for casual users who want nice photos and videos, but not for camera-focused buyers.
9.0
Hey its Tech
≈ estimated
21/12/2024
Long-term review · AI features, battery and charging
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G is a durable phone with strong AI features and a good balance for most users, though less suited to gaming.
7.0
• 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡-𝑖𝑠ℎ
≈ estimated
08/10/2024
Long-term review · over a month of daily use
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G is slim, fast and long-lasting, but overpriced for what it offers, especially the camera.
7.0
Isa Marcial
≈ estimated
29/09/2024
Full review · camera, screen, gaming and battery tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G depends on the buyer: it has good AI features and large storage, but is weak for demanding gaming.
9.0
OLEMROCKADOO
≈ estimated
07/09/2024
Long-term test · 50 days of daily use
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G is a well-balanced mid-range phone, not ideal for heavy gaming but a strong all-round choice.
9.0
Mister Mobility
≈ estimated
11/08/2024
Full review · benchmarks, charging test and camera comparison
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G is a well-rounded mid-ranger, recommended for productivity, creative photos and a slim build.
9.0
Eric Okafor
≈ estimated
07/08/2024
Unboxing and review · battery, gaming and camera tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G has good looks and performance, and its AI features need no subscription, though they require internet.
7.0
Mr. Sanjoy
≈ estimated
05/08/2024
Hands-on review · 10 days of use, water and battery tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G suits buyers who can accept its display flicker, average gaming and preinstalled apps.
9.0
OLEMROCKADOO
≈ estimated
05/08/2024
Camera test · photo and video gallery
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G has strong cameras for a mid-range phone, with excellent main-lens results and only an average ultrawide.
6.0
Suman Techno
≈ estimated
02/08/2024
Hands-on review · battery, heat, performance and display tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G has a good display, sound and fast charging, but heat, refresh drops and bloatware limit it for normal users.
7.0
Techstuff
≈ estimated
15/07/2024
Detailed review · long-term use and battery tests
Verdict
OPPO Reno12 5G is slim and long-lasting, but skip it if performance matters most.
More graded video reviews (7)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
theaureview.com
✓ explicit
09/09/2024
Review · Design and battery
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G is a slim, nicely designed mid-range phone with a bright screen and long battery life, but it feels cheaper than its price suggests.
7.6
pickr.com.au
✓ explicit
12/09/2024
Hands-on review · Mid-range battery
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G has two-day battery life and a premium design, but slow camera and performance, plus a high price, make it hard to recommend.
9.0
impulsegamer.com
✓ explicit
18/08/2024
Hands-on review · Gaming and camera
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G is a light, good-looking phone with 256 GB storage, a bright screen and smooth gaming, suiting buyers who want strong value for money.
9.0
mobilityarena.com
≈ estimated
09/08/2024
Hands-on review · Lightweight mid-ranger
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G is a light, solid mid-range phone with strong speakers and handy photo tools, suited to buyers wanting one all-round device.
8.8
walastech.com
✓ explicit
18/08/2024
Hands-on review · Display and battery
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G suits gamers and everyday users wanting a bright screen and long battery, but weak low-light photos and a glossy back limit it.
8.0
news.abplive.com
≈ estimated
27/07/2024
Hands-on review · AI and camera
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G is a slim, comfortable phone with useful AI tools like AI Eraser 2.0, though its battery and pre-installed apps are weak points.
9.0
mobigyaan.com
≈ estimated
12/07/2024
Full review · Camera and battery
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G is a good pick for portrait and selfie fans, with its 80W charging and AI photo tools, though it has no telephoto lens.
7.0
gamecored.com
≈ estimated
29/11/2024
Long-term test · Camera and software
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G is a capable everyday phone with sharp main-camera photos and useful AI tools, though it struggles with heavy games and bloatware.
7.6
techzilla.it
✓ explicit
25/07/2024
Hands-on review · Mid-range design
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G is a light, comfortable mid-range phone with a bright screen and the Pro's chip, but its camera is weaker.
8.2
batista70phone.com
✓ explicit
23/07/2024
Video review · AI photo features
Verdict
The OPPO Reno12 5G suits almost anyone, with long battery life and strong AI photo tools, but its ultra-wide lens and missing 60 fps video hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about OPPO Reno12 5G

  • The curved OLED screen looks bright and sharp.
  • The 5000 mAh battery is large, so you charge less often.
  • 12 GB of RAM keeps many apps and games in memory.
  • Optical stabilization steadies the main camera's shots and video.
  • An ultrawide lens fits wide landscapes and group photos.
  • NFC lets you tap the phone to pay.

What customers don't like about OPPO Reno12 5G

  • There is no optical zoom, so distant subjects stay small in the frame.
  • The 0.8 µm pixels gather less light, so dim photos come out weaker.
  • It does not get direct system updates from the maker.
  • Wireless charging is missing, so you need a cable every time.

Verdict

With a curved 6.67 inch OLED screen, the OPPO Reno12 5G is a good pick for video and games. The curved screen is bright and sharp, and its 120 Hz refresh keeps motion smooth. The 5000 mAh battery is the other big draw, and it is large for a phone. The 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage give plenty of room for games and photos. Its main camera has 0.8 µm pixels, which gather less light and do better in daylight. Its ultrawide lens and optical stabilization help with wide scenes and steadier video. The phone cannot charge wirelessly, and it does not get direct system updates from the maker. It suits a buyer who wants a bright curved screen and a big battery, and does not need zoom.

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