Oppo unveiled the Reno 12 series at a glitzy event on the picturesque island of Ibiza, and we had the privilege of experiencing the device first-hand.
We’ve already shared our initial thoughts on the Reno 12 Pro 5G, and now it’s time to dive into the Reno 12 straight from the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean.
The global variant of the Oppo Reno 12 is quite different from its Chinese counterpart, featuring a downgraded chipset and camera system. We will do an in-depth review to evaluate its performance, but first, let’s talk about its design.
We appreciate its look, which is reminiscent of a few years ago, with its curved screen and minimal bezels. In a market where manufacturers are increasingly moving towards flat screens, Oppo’s approach is refreshing.
Our unit in Astro Silver colour looks white in certain lighting and angles. However, the matte back is quite slippery, and we’re sure it would benefit from a case, which isn’t included in the box.
The finish of the back panel interacts with light in such a way that a moving effect is created, changing its color and the visibility of the OPPO logo. The frame is highly polished, almost mirror-like, constantly reflecting light in all directions.
Oppo Reno12 from all sides
The camera setup includes a 50 MP main shooter, an 8 MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2 MP macro sensor.
A full set of camera samples will be available in our detailed review, where we’ll test under consistent conditions. For now, enjoy these photos taken around Ibiza.
50 MP Main Camera Samples
8 MP ultra-wide camera samples
50 MP main camera samples with 2x zoom
The Reno12 sports a 6.7″ AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, protected by Gorilla Glass 7i. While Oppo claims the screen achieves a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, our brief experience in bright sunlight wasn’t great. The screen is difficult to read outdoors, made even more so by its high reflectivity.
Performance looks promising at first glance. The interface is fast and responsive, but we’ll reserve any judgement on this until we spend more time with the phone.
The slim retail box was a disappointment, as Oppo no longer includes a protective case or charging adapter. There is only a USB-C cable in the package.
The phone supports PD 10-55W and SuperVOOC 80W, but you’ll need a compatible charger to access these charging speeds.
Oppo Reno12
The launch of Oppo’s Reno 12 in Europe marks the company’s return to the continent after a challenging period due to a patent dispute with Nokia, which restricted the sale of 5G devices.
Now that these issues are resolved, we’re excited to see what Oppo has in store for its European customers. Stay tuned for our full review!
