Apple iPhone 12 mini vs OPPO Reno 11 Pro
The Verdict
Apple iPhone 12 mini offers a premium compact experience with outstanding build quality, a vibrant 5.4-inch OLED display, and the powerful A14 Bionic chip delivering consistently smooth performance. Its Ceramic Shield front and IP68 rating provide excellent durability, while MagSafe wireless charging adds convenience. However, the 2227 mAh battery struggles with endurance, and the 4GB RAM feels limiting for multitasking. OPPO Reno 11 Pro counters with a larger 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen, significantly more RAM at 12GB, and a massive 4600 mAh battery lasting substantially longer. Its 50MP main camera with Sony IMX890 sensor and 32MP telephoto provide versatile shooting options. Although the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 is less powerful than the A14 Bionic and the phone is heavier, the Reno 11 Pro delivers superior practicality at a lower price point. For users prioritizing compact design and iOS ecosystem, choose the iPhone 12 mini. For those wanting better battery life, screen real estate, and camera flexibility, the OPPO Reno 11 Pro is the smarter investment.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 12 mini if…
- →Lightest 5G iPhone at just 133 g
- →Compact form factor perfect for one-handed use
- →Same A14 Bionic as larger iPhone 12 models
Buy the OPPO Reno 11 Pro if…
- →Excellent portrait system with 2x telephoto and AI processing
- →80W SUPERVOOC charges the battery rapidly in about 40 minutes
- →Slim and lightweight at 7.56 mm and 180 g
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 12 mini
Pros
- Lightest 5G iPhone at just 133 g
- Compact form factor perfect for one-handed use
- Same A14 Bionic as larger iPhone 12 models
- Beautiful OLED display despite small size
- MagSafe accessory support
Cons
- Very small 2227 mAh battery with poor endurance
- No telephoto camera
- 60Hz display refresh rate
- 5G usage drains battery quickly
- Discontinued after poor sales
OPPO Reno 11 Pro
Pros
- Excellent portrait system with 2x telephoto and AI processing
- 80W SUPERVOOC charges the battery rapidly in about 40 minutes
- Slim and lightweight at 7.56 mm and 180 g
- 120Hz AMOLED display with good outdoor brightness
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking and AI features smoothly
Cons
- Dimensity 8200 is mid-range — not ideal for heavy gaming
- 8 MP ultrawide is a weak point in the camera system
- No wireless charging
- ColorOS includes some bloatware
- Single 256 GB storage option with no expansion
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 mini | OPPO Reno 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 14 | Android 14 (ColorOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 133 g | 180 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4 mm | 161.4 x 74.3 x 7.56 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.6, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX890 |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Dolby Vision HDR | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 32 MP, f/2.0, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2227 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 80W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.4 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.1 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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