Side-by-side technical data
Oppo Reno12 vs Oppo Reno15 vs Oppo Reno16
Comparison between Oppo Reno12, Oppo Reno15 and Oppo Reno16: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Oppo.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
Oppo Reno15 is the most complete choice for buyers seeking a sharp display, strong endurance and modern connectivity. Reno16 fits better when a more versatile camera and tougher construction matter most; Reno12 remains the lighter option with expandable storage.
Reno15 has 1,256 px of horizontal resolution versus 1,216 px on Reno16 and 1,080 px on Reno12, plus 3,600 nits versus 1,200 nits. Its battery reaches 71 h per cycle versus 63 h for Reno16. Reno16 counters with a 50 MP ultrawide camera versus 8 MP on both rivals and Class A drop resistance versus Class C on Reno15.
Reno12 weighs 177 g versus 197 g for Reno15 and 191 g for Reno16, and supports expandable storage; it is the buy only if it costs less. Reno15 adds Wi-Fi 7 and 1,600 charge cycles, while Reno16 keeps the same processor and offers a telephoto camera, 50 MP front camera and 270 drop tests.
Oppo Reno12
Oppo Reno12 is better for buyers seeking a light 177 g phone with expandable storage.
Oppo Reno16
Oppo Reno16 is the better buy for buyers prioritizing a 50 MP ultrawide camera and Class A drop resistance.
The verdict
Your pick: Oppo Reno15, ahead on Camera.
| Category | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.9 | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Camera | 7.0 | 8.2 | 7.3 |
| Connectivity | 7.3 | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| Battery & charging | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
Which one is for you?
Oppo Reno12, if you care about…
- Weight
- 177 g
- against 197 g · 191 g
- Expandable Storage
- Yes
- against No · No
Oppo Reno15, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- against Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) · Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
- Battery Endurance
- 71 h
- against 63 h
- Charge cycles
- 1,600
- against 1,200
- Display Horizontal Resolution
- 1,256 px
- against 1,080 px · 1,216 px
Oppo Reno16, if you care about…
- Drop Resistance Class
- A
- against C
- Drop Test Count
- 270
- against 90
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G615 MC2 | Qualcomm Adreno 722 | Qualcomm Adreno 722 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.8 GHz Best value | 2.8 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 681,613 | 1,429,374 Best value | 1,458,076 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 1,026 | — | 1,026 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,932 | — | 2,932 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core processor with four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.5 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core processor with 1×2.8 GHz Cortex-A720, 4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A720, and 3×1.8 GHz Cortex-A520 cores. | Octa-core CPU with one 2.8 GHz Cortex-A720 core, four 2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 cores, and three 1.8 GHz Cortex-A520 cores. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes Best value | No | No |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 849 | 2,049 Best value | 2,049 Best value |
Design
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Brown, Pink, Silver, Black | Blue, White, Black | White, Purple, Lavender, Black |
| Body Thickness | 7.6 mm Best value | 7.8 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 74.1 mm | 74.8 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Body Height | 161.4 mm | 158 mm | 151.2 mm |
| Weight | 177 g Best value | 197 g | 191 g |
| Usable Surface | 90.3 % Best value | 89.4 % | 89.5 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy, Plastic | Glass, Metal, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP65 | IP68, IP69 Best value | IP68, IP69, IP69K Best value |
| Waterproof Depth | — | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | C | A Best value |
| Repairability Class | — | B | B |
| Drop Test Count | — | 90 | 270 Best value |
Battery
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | A | A |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,500 mAh | 6,700 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Si-Carbon Li-Ion Best value | Si-Carbon Li-Ion Best value |
| Fast Charge Power | 80 W | 80 W | 80 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | — | 71 h Best value | 63 h |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,600 Best value | 1,200 |
Display
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,200 nits | 3,600 nits Best value | 3,600 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ Best value | 6.59″ | 6.32″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,256 px Best value | 1,216 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,412 px | 2,760 px Best value | 2,640 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 394 ppi | 460 ppi Best value | 460 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 7i, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, 2160Hz PWM, DCI-P3, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Dual-Edge Display, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, One Billion Colors | Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs Level 5, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, DC Dimming, 10-Bit Panel, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Always-On Display, Scratch Resistant, Frameless | Crystal Guard, Mohs Level 4, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 16 Best value | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 2 years | 5 years Best value | 5 years Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby Best value | Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM, eSIM Best value |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B43, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n80, 5G NR n83 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B43, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive Best value | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive Best value |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC Best value |
| Connectivity Features | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, Infrared, VoLTE, USB 2.0 | Infrared, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, eSIM, VoLTE, Tethering, OTA Sync, Computer Sync, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0 | Infrared, NFC, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 3.2, eSIM, VoLTE, Tethering, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, USB Charging |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 3,270 Mbps | — | 3,270 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 3,270 Mbps | — | 3,270 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Two Microphones | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC 5 |
Technical
| Specification | Reno12 | Reno15 | Reno16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch price | — | — | 779 € |
| Model numbers | CPH2625 | CPH2825 | CPH2865 |
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