UAE Price
AED 850
India Price
₹42,999
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Smartphone · OPPO · 2024
The Oppo Reno12 256GB is OPPO's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 850 in the UAE and ₹42,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Oppo Reno12 256GB excels with its 80W wired charging, reaching 100% in 46 minutes, and a 120Hz AMOLED display with 1200 nits peak brightness, delivering vivid HDR10+ visuals. Its 32MP main sensor with PDAF captures sharp, well-lit photos even in low light. Ideal for commuters and urban professionals who need all-day battery life—14 hours 53 minutes of active use—and fast charging during brief stops. The 177g weight and slim design make it comfortable for one-handed use. However, thermals throttle under sustained 5G gaming, with noticeable frame drops after 20 minutes in Genshin Impact. In UAE at AED 850, it’s competitive because it outpaces rivals like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ in charging speed and display quality. In India at ₹42999, it’s overpriced; the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ offers a 200MP sensor and same 120Hz panel for ₹39999. Skip if you prioritize camera versatility or sustained gaming performance.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired, PD2.0, 47% in 18 min, 100% in 46 min, Reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), 1/3.1", PDAF |
| Features | Panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - version 1 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - version 1 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - version 1 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes, 360˚ (market/region dependent) |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 161.4 x 74.1 x 7.6 mm (6.35 x 2.92 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 177 g (6.24 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), plastic frame, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Matte Brown, Sunset Pink, Astro Silver |
| Models | CPH2625 |
| Price | £ 272.89 / € 303.99 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 681613 (v10) GeekBench: 2631 (v6) 3DMark: 849 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1378 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -24.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 14:53h |
| Announced | 2024, June 18 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, June 25 |
| OS | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, ColorOS 14.1 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G615 MC2 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Reno12.
It may still be a solid budget-friendly option in 2026 if you prioritize smooth daily use and reliable software updates, but newer models will likely offer better performance and features. Consider it only if found at a significantly discounted price.
The Oppo Reno12 256GB is priced at AED 850 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Oppo Reno12 256GB is priced at ₹42999 in India. It is available through official Oppo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers vibrant, well-exposed photos in daylight with fast autofocus and good detail retention. Night mode enhances low-light shots without excessive noise, making it reliable for everyday photography.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including social media, streaming, and browsing. Fast charging quickly restores power, minimizing downtime between uses.
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