The Best Oppo Reno 12 Pro Alternatives in India

The Nord 4 is a recent entry from OnePlus in the Indian smartphone market, and it outperforms the Reno 12 Pro in several key aspects. 

It has a premium metal build and a slightly larger 6.74-inch display compared to the Reno 12 Pro. The Nord 4 lacks a telephoto lens and has a simpler 50MP main and 8MP ultrawide rear camera setup but it has a more powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor and superior software support (4 years of platform updates, 6 years of security). Plus, the Nord 4 throws in a larger 5500mAh battery and a 100W faster charging to sweeten the deal. 

The OnePlus Nord 4 is available in India for Rs 29,999 for the base 8/128GB variant. The 12/128GB and 12/256GB configurations cost Rs 32,999 and Rs 35,999, respectively.

Next, we have the iQOO Neo 9 Pro which is a better phone than Reno 12 Pro for performance. Equipped with the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, it outperforms the Reno 12 Pro’s MediaTek Dimensity 7300 in demanding tasks and gaming. 

Additionally, it has a larger battery with faster charging capabilities. The display also offers a higher 1260 x 2800 pixels resolution and 144Hz refresh rate for a smoother visual experience.

However, the Reno 12 Pro holds its ground in the camera department with a versatile triple-camera setup, including a dedicated telephoto lens for better zoom capabilities. The iQOO Neo 9 Pro, on the other hand, relies on a dual 50MP rear camera system with no telephoto lens. 

Another key difference lies in durability, as the Reno 12 Pro is IP65 rated for water and dust resistance, while the Neo 9 Pro offers only IP54 splash resistance.

The Neo 9 Pro’s 8/128GB costs Rs 35,999, 8/256GB is priced at Rs 37,999 while the 12/256GB variant has a price of Rs 39,999. 

The Poco F6 (review) is another performance-centric phone in the same price range as the Oppo Reno 12 Pro. It features the more recent Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, offering superior performance compared to the Reno 12 Pro’s MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy chip.

Both phones come with AMOLED displays and 120Hz refresh rates for smooth scrolling. But the F6 boasts a higher peak brightness of 2400 nits, significantly brighter than the Reno 12 Pro’s 1200 nits.

Like previous entries, the Reno 12 Pro has an edge again with its triple-camera system, including a telephoto lens. The Poco F6, on the other hand, has a dual-camera setup with a 50MP main sensor and an 8MP ultrawide sensor, lacking a telephoto lens. The Reno 12 Pro also offers a higher resolution 50MP front camera compared to the Poco F6’s 20MP sensor.

Both phones are equipped with large 5000mAh batteries. However, the Poco F6 supports faster 90W wired charging compared to the Reno 12 Pro’s 80W charging.

The Poco F6 starts at Rs 29,999 for the 8/256GB variant, Rs 31,999 for the 12/256GB, and Rs 33,999 for the 12/512GB model.

The Realme GT 6T stands out in this price range with its impressive display. It features a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen, similar in size to the Reno 12 Pro, but with a variable LTPO refresh rate of 1 to 120Hz. 

Most notably, it has the world’s brightest screen with a peak brightness of 6000 nits, compared to the Reno 12 Pro’s 1200 nits. Other display specs like HDR 10+ certification, 10-bit color depth, and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection are identical for both phones.

The GT 6T is also powered with a more powerful processor, Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, than the Reno 12 Pro. Both phones feature a 50MP main sensor on the rear. However, the Reno 12 Pro has an additional telephoto lens for optical zoom, appealing to users who enjoy capturing zoomed-in photos.

The Realme GT 6T excels in the battery department with a larger 5500mAh battery, compared to the Reno 12 Pro’s 5000mAh battery. Additionally, the Realme GT 6T supports faster 120W wired charging.

As for the price, the 8/256GB model retails for Rs 32,999 and the higher-tier 12/256GB and 12/512GB variants are priced at Rs 35,999 and Rs 39,999, respectively.

The Nothing Phone 2 stands out with its distinctive transparent design and the unique Glyph Interface. While its performance might not match some competitors, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip still delivers a smooth experience. Also, Nothing OS is praised for its clean interface and consistent software updates which might be a deciding factor for users.

Compared to the Reno 12 Pro, the Phone 2 boasts a better LTPO AMOLED. However, Oppo’s device edges ahead in battery life and charging speed as Phone 2 has a smaller 4700mAh cell with 45W charging support. 

The camera setup is another point of differentiation, with the Reno 12 Pro offering a dedicated telephoto lens. Phone 2 has a 50MP main and 50MP ultrawide lens on the back. 

The base 8/128GB variant of Phone 2 retails at Rs 39,999. Meanwhile, the 12GB RAM and 256GB variant costs Rs 44,999, and the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant is available for Rs 49,999.