Nothing Phone (3) vs Oppo Reno 12 Pro
Compare Nothing Phone (3) vs Oppo Reno 12 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 vs MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5200mAh vs…
Nothing
Phone (3)
$699
8categories won
Oppo
Reno 12 Pro
$499
6categories won
8 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing Phone (3) takes the overall win
The Nothing Phone (3) claims the overall win over the Oppo Reno 12 Pro, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Reno 12 Pro takes the lead, while the Phone (3) is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Phone (3) if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Reno 12 Pro if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Reno 12 Pro takes battery honors offering 5,500 mAh alongside 65W charging.
Phone (3) leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and 16GB RAM.
Phone (3) wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
Reno 12 Pro wins on budget and value at $499 compared to $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Phone (3) vs Reno 12 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 1080 x 2412 |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 394 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nitsWinner | 1200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,850,000Winner | 720,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 6500Winner | 3080 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3xWinner | 2x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 5,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 65 W | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 201 g | 180 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 7.4 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP65 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, transparent dual-layer glass back | Infinite View Quad-Curved glass, High-Strength Alloy Architectural Shield frame, splash touch |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 5 yearsWinner | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $499Winner |
Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing matures its design language with full IP68 water resistance, a dedicated 3x periscope telephoto lens, and the bloatware-free Nothing OS 3.0 powered by Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,200mAh
Oppo Reno 12 Pro
The Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G blends haute-couture liquid silver aesthetics with potent AI productivity tools, offering a featherweight 7.4mm frame, tough Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and dual 50MP portrait cameras.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh