Oppo Reno 12 Pro vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Verdict
Oppo's Reno 12 Pro delivers exceptional value at $449, featuring a larger 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 1200 nits brightness, higher megapixel cameras (50MP main vs 12MP), and faster 80W charging. Its MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy processor handles daily tasks admirably, though it trails the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in raw performance. Sony's Xperia 5 IV commands premium pricing at $999 but justifies it with a flagship Snapdragon chipset, superior video capabilities (4K@120fps), wireless charging, and the compact 6.1-inch form factor appealing to those prioritizing one-handed use. For most users seeking maximum features and longevity at mid-range pricing, the Reno 12 Pro is the smarter choice. However, content creators and gaming enthusiasts willing to spend double should consider the Xperia 5 IV's professional-grade video and processing power.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Oppo Reno 12 Pro if…
- →Exceptionally thin at 7.4 mm and light at 180 g
- →50MP telephoto adds genuine zoom versatility at this price
- →80W fast charging is among the fastest in the mid-range
Buy the Sony Xperia 5 IV if…
- →Compact 6.1-inch form factor at 172 g
- →5000 mAh battery in a compact body
- →3.5mm headphone jack
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Oppo Reno 12 Pro
Pros
- Exceptionally thin at 7.4 mm and light at 180 g
- 50MP telephoto adds genuine zoom versatility at this price
- 80W fast charging is among the fastest in the mid-range
- 50MP front camera is excellent for selfies and video calls
- AI-powered photo editing features included
Cons
- Dimensity 7300 is modest for the price
- 8MP ultrawide is noticeably weak
- IP65 — resistant to water jets but not submersion
- ColorOS has pre-installed bloatware
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Pros
- Compact 6.1-inch form factor at 172 g
- 5000 mAh battery in a compact body
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- Wireless charging added (absent on 5 III)
- Excellent manual camera controls
Cons
- 12 MP cameras feel dated in 2022
- Slow 30W charging
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 thermal issues
- Niche appeal limits accessories and cases
- Auto camera mode behind iPhone and Pixel
Full Specifications
| Spec | Oppo Reno 12 Pro | Sony Xperia 5 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (ColorOS 14) | Android 12 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 180 g | 172 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 7i | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP65 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.3 x 74.8 x 7.4 mm | 156 x 67 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 50 MP, f/2.0 | 12 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@120fps |
| Telephoto | 50 MP, f/2.0, 2x telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.4, 2.5x optical zoom |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired | 30W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.1 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1080 | 2520 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G615 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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