Huawei Mate 70vsOppo K12 Plus

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Huawei
Huawei Mate 70
Mate 70
Processor:Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 9020
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Mate 70's battery life is surprisingly impressive, offering up to 1.5 days of regular usage.
The standout feature of the Huawei Mate 70 is its impressive display with adaptive refresh rate technology.
The Huawei Mate 70's true powerhouse camera capabilities make it a top choice for photography enthusiasts everywhere.
The Huawei Mate 70 delivers exceptional performance with an Adaptive refresh rate and high-resolution display capabilities.
Oppo
Oppo K12 Plus
K12 Plus
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Oppo K12 Plus's battery life fell short of expectations due to moderate-to-poor endurance and heavy usage impact.
The Oppo K12 Plus boasts an impressive AMOLED display with fast refresh rate and high resolution features.
The Oppo K12 Plus's camera system excels in low-light conditions with excellent image quality and minimal noise.
The Oppo K12 Plus's performance under heavy loads, like gaming, leaves room for improvement significantly.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei Mate 70
2.50 GHz
Oppo K12 Plus
2.63 GHz

RAM

Winner
Huawei Mate 70
12GB
Oppo K12 Plus
8GB

Storage

Tie
Huawei Mate 70
256GB
Oppo K12 Plus
256GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei Mate 70
203g
Oppo K12 Plus
186g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei Mate 70
Oppo Oppo K12 Plus
Model
Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 9020
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
CPU
2x2.5GHz+6x2.15GHz+4x1.6GHz
1x2.63 GHz Cortex, A715 +3x2.4 GHz Cortex, A715 + 4x1.8 GHz Cortex, A510
Type
Deca-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
5
4
Frequency
2.50
2.63
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Maleoon 910
Qualcomm Adreno 720
RAM
12
8
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
256
256
Type
N/A
UFS Storage 3.1
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Barometer sensor
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
RGB sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Stereo Speakers
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
1248520
866863
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 91% of devices
Overall performance better than 85% of devices
Cooling system
No
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Huawei Mate 70

Strengths

Huawei Mate 70 has a solid design
Flagship camera
Fast charging
Comfortable to hold with one hand
6.7 in ltpo OLED display supports an Adaptive refresh rate
High screen-to-body ratio

Weaknesses

The phone is not mentioned to have any major design flaws, but it's worth noting that the author finds it has a slight micro curved arc on the edges under light reflection
No separate microphone on the bottom (built into the speaker)
Weight of 203g might be a con for some users
Thickness of 7.8mm might not be ideal for everyone's preference
Only three actual camera lenses out of five cutouts in the camera module
Price starts at 5,499 CNY (~$630 USD) which might be high for some budgets

Oppo K12 Plus

Strengths

The phone has a good display with a fast refresh rate AMOLED screen.
It comes with stereo speakers providing a nice multimedia experience.
The camera quality is above average, with a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera.
The phone has a lightweight design making it easy to hold for a long time.
It runs on Color OS 14 which is highly optimized for performance.
The phone's AMOLED screen also features diamond frame design for better protection.

Weaknesses

The phone may not be suitable for heavy gaming due to its average gaming performance.
The frame of the phone is made of plastic and has no antenna lines, which might affect the phone's durability.
The fingerprint sensor is placed quite low on the phone, making it slightly inconvenient to access.
The chin of the phone is slightly larger, affecting its overall aesthetic appeal.
The phone's average frame rate dropped to 37.6 FPS after playing a heavy game for 30 minutes at high quality settings with 60 FPS.
The phone's back temperature reached 41.7°C during heavy gaming, which might be a concern.
Read Full Reviews

Huawei Mate 70

The Huawei Mate 70 has arrived on the scene, boasting an impressive array of features that put camera capabilities at its forefront. This flagship device boasts a sleek design, fast charging, and more, making it an exciting prospect for tech enthusiasts. The phone's sturdy build and slim profile make it comfortable to hold, while the 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display supports an adaptive refresh rate and features a 1.5k resolution. With a price starting at around $630 in the UK and $758 in the USA, the Huawei Mate 70 is set to shake up the smartphone market.

Oppo K12 Plus

The Oppo K12 Plus is a mid-range 5G phone that boasts a fast refresh rate AMOLED display and a powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor. With a 50MP dual camera and lightweight design, this phone promises a seamless multimedia experience. The device also features a 6.7-inch screen, 120Hz refresh rate, and dual stereo speakers. We'll dive deeper into the phone's performance, camera quality, and gaming capabilities in our review, so stay tuned!

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