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Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

?

User score

▲Better than 56% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

▲Better than 58%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

6.9

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

4.9

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

▲Better than 58%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

6.9

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

4.9

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

6.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.5
Brand name
Oppo
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy processor which is faster than processors in 60.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
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 receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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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
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
32 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 32 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 42.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 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.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.7 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.7 inches which is larger than the screens of 52.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 10.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2412 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2412 px which is higher than that of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
394 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 394 ppi which is lower than that of 58.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
80 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 80 W which is faster than in 78.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 7.4% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
161.4 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.4 mm which is shorter than 72.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
74.1 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.1 mm which is narrower than 81.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.6 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.6 mm which is thinner than 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.5% of smartphones.
Weight
177 g
This smartphone weighs 177 g which is lighter than 88.9% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
83,398 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 83,398 cm³ which is smaller than 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
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Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • 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
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Eraser 2, AI Clear Face, AI Best Face, AI Smart Image Matting 2, AI Studio, AI Recording Summary, AI Summary, AI Writer, AI Speak
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 484.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,378 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,378 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 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
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 10.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 14.7% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (12,367 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    12,367 vs 10,783
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 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
  • 10.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,045 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,045 vs 942
  • 14.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,907 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,907 vs 2,533
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Eraser 2, AI Clear Face, AI Best Face, AI Smart Image Matting 2, AI Studio, AI Recording Summary, AI Summary, AI Writer, AI Speak
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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 supports a newer Wi-Fi version 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)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi 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. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 484.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,378 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,378 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 7i vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 7i vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2412 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2412 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • 14% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (896 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    896 min vs 786 min
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 9.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (177 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    177 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    January 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 2.2 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6,200 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone has 10,300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 Energy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 5.44x less popular
    Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 5.44x less popular
    Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6,200 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone has 10,300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 Energy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 42.1% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (352 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    352 vs 608
  • 30.8% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (849 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    849 vs 1,226
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP65 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP65 vs IP67

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
21/12/2024
Full review · Budget phone
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G is a budget phone with excellent battery life and a bright screen, but its cameras and occasional stutters hold it back.
techadvisor.com
24/04/2025
Hands-on review · Value phone
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G offers a premium-feeling design, a bright OLED screen and long battery life for the money, though its cameras are only average.
trustedreviews.com
04/12/2024
Hands-on test · Budget all-rounder
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G offers a bright screen, two days of light use per charge and 512GB storage, but its night photos and gaming performance are weak.
whatgear.net
20/11/2024
Video review · Budget all-rounder
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G is a sturdy, long-lasting all-rounder with fast charging and expandable storage, though its 8-bit screen and missing wireless charging hold it back.
Y
yugatech.com
12/09/2024
Summary of the review
pcwelt.de
20/05/2025
Full review · Battery and display
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G is a durable, long-lasting mid-range phone with a bright screen and fast charging, though its ultrawide and macro cameras are only average.
phonandroid.com
05/12/2024
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G offers good value, with a bright screen and a fun light ring, but its performance is basic and it lacks a telephoto lens.
journaldugeek.com
26/12/2024
Hands-on test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G is a generous, well-finished phone with a bright screen and a playful light ring, but its night photos and software support are limited.
01net.com
13/11/2024
Full review · Everyday mid-range phone
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G is a comfortable everyday phone with a bright screen and a pleasant ColorOS overlay, but gamers and low-light photographers will be let down.
lesmobiles.com
25/10/2024
Full review · AI features and screen
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G has a comfortable 120Hz screen, handy split-screen tools and lots of AI features, but its digital zoom is weak.
cnetfrance.fr
13/10/2024
Hands-on test · Ring light and AI
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G is a comfortable mid-range phone with good daytime photos and easy AI tools, but it struggles in low light.
tomshw.it
14/09/2024
Full review · Design and AI
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G is a reliable everyday phone with a distinctive design, great battery life and fast charging, though its performance and low-light photos are only average.
techzilla.it
11/09/2024
Hands-on review · AI and software
Verdict
The Oppo Reno12 FS 5G suits buyers who want a stable ColorOS phone with many AI tools, but its night photos are weak and its performance stays mid-range.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Superb value for money and competitive price point.
  • Excellent 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and high brightness (up to 2100 nits peak).
  • Outstanding battery life with large 5,000mAh capacity and excellent standby times.
  • Stylish and slim design, with a premium feel in hand despite plastic materials.
  • Ample 12GB of RAM and massive 512GB of internal storage, which is a rarity in its price range.
  • Decent main 50MP camera that produces sharp and vibrant images in good lighting conditions.
  • Useful AI camera features like AI Eraser for removing unwanted objects.
  • Fast 45W wired charging (though some variants may support 80W).
  • IP64 rating for water and dust resistance, adding durability.
  • Fun and unique 'Breathing Light' LED notification system around the camera module.

What customers don't like about Oppo Reno12 FS 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Secondary cameras (8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro) are average/poor and largely underwhelming.
  • Performance can be inconsistent with occasional stuttering and random slowdowns, despite the ample RAM.
  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware and apps in the ColorOS interface.
  • Materials used for the construction feel less premium than higher-end phones and can mark easily.
  • Weak vibration motor (haptics) that is barely noticeable.
  • Lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack and sometimes the charger adapter is not included in the box depending on the region.
  • No wireless charging support.
  • AI features are often hidden and not intuitive to find or use by default.

Verdict

The Oppo Reno 12 (8GB + 256GB) is a sleek, mid-range 5G smartphone running ColorOS 14.1 based on Android 14, powered by the efficient MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy processor. It features a vibrant 6.7-inch FHD+ (2412 x 1080) AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and durable Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection. Photography highlights include a versatile triple rear camera system (50MP main with OIS, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro) and a high-resolution 32MP front camera, all enhanced by useful AI features like AI Eraser 2.0 for photo editing. A 5000mAh battery provides all-day power with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging, a significant pro. Cons include a plastic body which might feel less premium than some competitors, the inclusion of some pre-installed bloatware apps, and gaming performance that can lag at the highest graphics settings.

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