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Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP

Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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.
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Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

6.9

User score

â–²Better than 68% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–²Better than 72%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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%

7.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.0

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

â–²Better than 71%
6.9

User score

User score
6.9/ 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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70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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%

7.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.0

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

7.3
User score
User score
6.9/ 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
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Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.9
Popularity
Popularity
4.9/ 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 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 4.9 points, which is lower than 54.1% of smartphones.
4.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.7
Brand name
Oppo
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy processor which is faster than processors in 60.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% 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 & 50 MP & 8 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 68.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 66.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% 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
161.5 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.5 mm which is shorter than 71.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
74.8 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.8 mm which is narrower than 72.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.4 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.4 mm which is thinner than 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Weight
180 g
This smartphone weighs 180 g which is lighter than 85.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.2% 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 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) 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.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 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
  • 4.8% better value for money
    Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.69 vs 7.3).
    7.69 vs 7.34
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 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
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 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
  • 18.1% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (12,730 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    12,730 vs 10,783
  • 10.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1047 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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
  • 10.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,043 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,043 vs 942
  • 18.4% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,999 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,999 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, AI LinkBoost, AI Clear Voice
    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.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 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-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 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.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 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 (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 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
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (14:54 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    14:54 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 8.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (180 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    180 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.9 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 15.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 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.
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    the average smartphone
    Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.91 vs 8.000).
    6.91 vs 8
  • 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
  • 42.3% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (351 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    351 vs 608
  • 15.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 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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    Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G
    the average smartphone
    Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.91 vs 8.000).
    6.91 vs 8
  • 34.6% more expensive
    Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • 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
  • 42.3% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (351 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    351 vs 608
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2 & f/2.2 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/2.0 & f/2.2 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
  • 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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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB)

  • Excellent battery life, often lasting over a day with heavy use and sometimes up to two days with moderate use.
  • Very fast 80W SuperVOOC charging, quickly topping up the battery.
  • Impressive and versatile camera system with a good 50MP main sensor, 50MP telephoto lens (2x optical zoom), and AI features.
  • Sleek, slim, and lightweight design that feels comfortable in hand.
  • Vibrant and smooth 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and good brightness.
  • Solid everyday performance for general tasks and most games, thanks to the optimized MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy or 9200+ processor.
  • Durable build quality with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection and an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance.
  • Useful AI features like AI Eraser and AI Summary, which enhance the user experience and productivity.
  • Large amount of storage (often 512GB) and RAM, which is a significant blessing.
  • Includes an IR blaster and a microSD card slot for expandable storage (on some variants).

What we don't like about Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G (12GB + 512GB)

  • Significant amount of pre-installed apps (bloatware) that clutter the phone initially.
  • The overall build, despite being durable, can feel less premium or 'cheap' compared to flagship models due to the use of plastic on the back panel and frame.
  • The ultra-wide camera's image quality is noticeably weaker, with less sharpness and limited dynamic range, especially in low light.
  • Performance can have occasional lags or slow loading in very demanding games, giving away its mid-range positioning.
  • The in-display fingerprint sensor is positioned too low on the screen, making it somewhat awkward to use.
  • Some video features are limited; for example, you can't swap between all cameras while recording video, and the telephoto lens may be limited to 1080p for video.
  • Lack of wireless charging, a feature often expected in this price category.
  • The vibration motor provides a loud and somewhat spongy feedback, which feels cheap.

Verdict

The Oppo Reno 12 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is a sleek and slim mid-range smartphone with a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz quad-curved AMOLED display and durable Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. It's powered by the efficient MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy 4nm processor and comes with a generous 12GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. A versatile camera system, featuring a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP autofocus selfie camera, excels in various lighting conditions. Key pros include a premium, lightweight design with IP65 dust and splash resistance, excellent battery life from its 5000mAh cell, very fast 80W SuperVOOC wired charging, and a comprehensive suite of useful AI features like AI Eraser and AI Summary. Cons include the use of a plastic frame which may feel less premium for the price point, an underpowered processor compared to some competitors in the same price bracket (especially for heavy gaming), the ultra-wide camera being a weak link in quality, the presence of pre-installed bloatware apps, and a shorter software update policy than some rivals.

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