The Vivo V40 Pro was just announced in the Indian market earlier today. It is one of the latest devices from the Chinese smartphone maker and targets the affordable premium segment. So let’s see how it compares to the Reno 12 Pro from its rival brand Oppo.
1. Vivo V40 Pro vs Oppo Reno 12 Pro: Display & Design
Oppo unveiled the Reno 12 Pro with a 6.7-inch curved AMOLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution, HDR10+, and 1200 nits of peak brightness. This screen is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2. On the back, it has a vertically stacked triple camera setup and has an All-Round Armor protection for drop resistance. It also has a High Strength Alloy Framework. Although, the rear and the frame use plastic. Users get an IP65 rating for water and dust resistance as well.
On the other hand, the Vivo V40 Pro has a taller 6.78-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 4,500 nits of peak brightness. This model features a glass back that has a pill shaped raised camera module. So it would feel more premium compared to the Reno 12 Pro. It gets a higher IP68 rating for protection against water and dust.
2. Specs
The Vivo V40 Pro is an affordable flagship grade device and features MediaTek’s Dimensity 9200+ SoC. This is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. A large 5,500mAh battery pack powers this device, which supports 80W wired fast charging. It runs on the Android 14 OS based FuntouchOS custom skin. Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint scanner, smart Aura Light, and stereo speakers.
Meanwhile, the Oppo Reno 12 Pro is a true mid range phone that is equipped with the Dimensity 7300 Energy processor. This is coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The chipset is capable but not as powerful as the one found in the V40 Pro. It also houses a slightly smaller 5,000mAh cell, but it charges just as fast at 80W wired fast charging. The Reno 12 Pro comes with ColorOS, which is Oppo’s custom skin based on the Android 14 OS. Other notable features include an in display fingerprint scanner, IR blaster, and dual speakers.
3. Camera
Both smartphones come with a 50-megapixel triple camera setup, although the sensors are different between the two. The Vivo V40 Pro has a 50-megapixel Sony IMX921 primary sensor with Zeiss lens along with a 50-megapixel ultra wide angle lens and a 50-megapixel Sony IMX816 telephoto shooter for 2x optical zoom. For selfies and video calls, it offers a 50-megapixel shooter.
Oppo equips the Reno 12 Pro with a 50-megapixel main sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 50-megapixel telephoto shooter with 2x optical zoom. The front houses a 50-megapixel selfie shooter. Notably, Oppo included various AI powered features like AI Eraser 2.0, AI Clear Face, and AI Best Face to enhance the photography experience on the Reno 12 Pro.
4. Pricing
So far, the Vivo V40 Pro seems to outclass the Reno 12 Pro in almost every area. But when we look at the pricing, this makes sense. The Vivo V40 Pro has a starting price tag of 49,999 INR (roughly 596 US Dollars). In other words, it is more expensive than the Reno 12 Pro, which costs just 36,999 INR (roughly 441 US Dollars). So depending on your budget and use, both models target different segments. The V40 Pro is a budget flagship phone, while the Reno 12 Pro is a mid range phone for those looking for a good deal without breaking the bank.
