Oppo Reno12 FvsNothing Phone (2a)

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

Oppo
Oppo Reno12 F
Reno12 F
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 6300
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Oppo Reno 12 F's impressive battery life offers up to 16 hours and 38 minutes of usage.
The Oppo Reno 12F's display is its standout feature, delivering vibrant colors and smooth visuals seamlessly.
The Oppo Reno 12F's camera has its strengths, but overall feels like a middle-of-the-pack offering.
The Oppo Reno12 F's performance falls short of expectations, particularly for gaming enthusiasts and demanding users.
Nothing
Nothing Phone (2a)
Phone (2a)
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 7200
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Nothing Phone (2a)'s impressive battery life and charging speed are its standout features.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s display boasts improved brightness, resolution, and durability, with a modern slimmed-down design.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s camera is serviceable, but lacks sharpness and impressive dynamic range.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s smooth performance belies its price tag, making it a great budget phone option overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Oppo Reno12 F
2.40 GHz
Nothing Phone (2a)
2.80 GHz

RAM

Tie
Oppo Reno12 F
8GB
Nothing Phone (2a)
8GB

Storage

Winner
Oppo Reno12 F
256GB
Nothing Phone (2a)
128GB

Weight

Winner
Oppo Reno12 F
187g
Nothing Phone (2a)
190g
Rank
Oppo Reno12 F
#395
Nothing Phone (2a)
Winner
#265
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Oppo Reno12 F
#377
Nothing Phone (2a)
#302
Winner
Design
Oppo Reno12 F
#512
Nothing Phone (2a)
#315
Winner
Display
Oppo Reno12 F
#229
Nothing Phone (2a)
#226
Winner
Performance
Oppo Reno12 F
#531
Nothing Phone (2a)
#360
Winner
Battery
Oppo Reno12 F
#403
Nothing Phone (2a)
#175
Winner
Camera
Oppo Reno12 F
#369
Nothing Phone (2a)
#318
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Oppo Reno12 F
#1
Nothing Phone (2a)
#

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Oppo Oppo Reno12 F
Nothing Nothing Phone (2a)
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
MediaTek Dimensity 7200
CPU
2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex, A76 +6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A55
2x2.8 GHz ARM Cortex, A715 + 6x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
4
Frequency
2.40
2.80
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G57 MC2
ARM Mali-G610 MC4
RAM
8
8
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
256
128
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
UFS Storage 2.2
SD slot
N/A
No
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
N/A
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
N/A
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
409464
688952
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 69% of devices
Overall performance better than 80% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Oppo Reno12 F

Strengths

It has a decent set of cameras
A very long battery life
A great display
A beautiful design

Weaknesses

The chipset isn't the most powerful
The cameras are only great in daylight or well-lit conditions
Not ideal for gaming, with occasional frame rate drops and slowing down
Downgrade from Reno12 5G and Reno12 Pro 5G

Nothing Phone (2a)

Strengths

The phone has a bigger, brighter screen with thinner bezels
It has a larger battery with faster charging
The processor clock speed is higher
The front camera resolution is higher
There's a wider variety of refresh rates
The phone offers serviceable cameras that can capture moments and document scanning
The software features are still present, including advanced settings and experimental features
Nothing promises three years of Android updates with this phone

Weaknesses

No wireless charging option
Only IP54 rating instead of IP68
Body material is plastic instead of glass and aluminum
Macro mode is not available
Camera quality is not sharp, even in great lighting
Dynamic range and depth of field are not amazing
Photos may not be the best for artistic purposes or capturing moments
Some features might feel like gimmicks to users
Read Full Reviews

Oppo Reno12 F

The Oppo Reno12 F is an intriguing device that checks many boxes for those seeking a well-rounded smartphone experience. With its sleek design, impressive display, and decent camera capabilities, this phone seems like a solid contender in the mid-range market. However, it's hard not to compare it to its more powerful siblings, the Reno 12 Pro 5G and the Reno 12 5G, which boast more robust hardware and features. Does the Reno12 F's lower price point make up for its slightly reduced capabilities? This review will delve into the phone's strengths and weaknesses to help readers decide if it's the right fit for their needs.

Nothing Phone (2a)

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a budget smartphone that surprises with its feature-packed software and decent camera performance. Despite being a more affordable option, the phone retains many features from its pricier counterparts, including advanced settings in its camera app and a wide range of refresh rates. With a larger battery, faster charging, and a higher-resolution front camera, this budget phone offers impressive value for its price. In this review, we'll explore whether the Nothing Phone (2a) delivers on its promise as an all-around solid budget device.

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