Oppo Reno 12F: Style and AI Upgrade, But Is It Worth It? Posted on July 29, 2024 | by Faisal Rafiq

Oppo Reno 12F: Style and AI Upgrade, But Is It Worth It? In a market flooded with smartphones, the Oppo Reno 12F stands out with its perfect blend of style and performance. But what makes it more interesting is its AI features which are not easy to find in the price point it is offered. Its predecessor Reno 11F had gained a lot of popularity in India, but will it be able to match that? Well, we will see that by exploring specs, features, Oppo Reno 12F price in India.

Let’s start with the design!

Design The Oppo Reno 12F is all about style and sophistication. Especially compared to the Reno 11F, it looks quite an upgrade. It features the unique Cosmos Ring Design, inspired by luxury watches, which resembles the camera module design of the Realme 12 Plus 5G. Moreover, the ring flashlight gives it quite a fascinating and distinctive look. The slim profile and lightweight design make it comfortable to hold, and the IP64 dust and water resistance ensure it stays safe from the elements. You can choose between two stunning colors: Amber Orange and Olive Green.

oppo-reno-12f-design-led-ring-light Dimensions 163.1 x 75.8 x 7.8 mm Weight 187 g Colors Olive Green & Amber Orange Protection IP64 dust/water resistant Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star2 Display The 6.67-inch AMOLED display on the Reno 12F may look a little smaller than its predecessor but the quality has not been compromised. It supports 1 billion colors and offers a crisp resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. With a super smooth 120Hz refresh rate, everything from scrolling through social media to gaming feels incredibly fluid. The display also reaches a peak brightness of 2100 nits, so it looks great even in bright outdoor conditions. Plus, the hardware-level low blue light protection helps reduce eye strain.

Display Size 6.67 inches Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) Display type AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 600 nits (typ), 1200 nits (HMB), 2100 nits (peak) Camera Photography enthusiasts will love the Reno 12F’s camera setup. It has a 50 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens, perfect for capturing all sorts of scenes. Although some people may find that it has less pixel count compared to the Reno 11F, the actual quality may surpass it because more pixels cannot guarantee better results. Moreover, the AI features like AI Eraser 2.0 and AI Smart Image Matting 2.0 make editing photos fun and easy. The 32 MP front camera ensures you always look your best in selfies, and both cameras support high-quality video recording too.

Rear Rear cameras 3 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) Rear camera video 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS Rear camera features gyro-EIS, HDR, LED flash, HDR, panorama Selfie Selfie / front camera(s) 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74″, 0.8µm Selfie / front camera video 1080p@30fps Performance The Reno 12F is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 chipset, ensuring smooth and efficient performance. However, its precursor had a better chipset (Dimensity 7050). So, a noticeable downgrade in this area. It runs on Android 14 with ColorOS 14, providing a user-friendly and responsive experience. Whether you are multitasking or gaming, the octa-core processor and Mali-G57 MC2 GPU handle it all seamlessly. With up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, you will have plenty of space and speed for everything you need.

oppo-reno-12f-chipset OS Android 14, ColorOS 14 Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) CPU Octa-core (2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x Cortex-A55) GPU Mali-G57 MC2 MEMORY 8GB RAM & 256GB Storage 12GB RAM & 256GB/512GB Storage Storage Type UFS 2.2 Features The Reno 12F is packed with useful features. It offers the usual connectivity options like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, but the exciting intro is the addition of an infrared port. The USB Type-C 2.0 port supports OTG, making it versatile for various uses. It also includes a range of sensors, such as an under-display fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. These features ensure you stay connected and secure.

Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, Infrared port USB Type-C 2.0, OTG Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass AI Features The AI capabilities of the Reno 12F gives it a huge advantage over its predecessor, the Reno 11F. The AI Toolbox includes features like AI Summary, which highlights key points from long texts, and AI Writer, which offers smart writing suggestions. AI Speak reads articles aloud for you, and AI Recording Summary provides concise summaries of your meeting recordings. AI Studio makes creating artistic portraits a breeze, adding a creative touch to your photography.

Battery The Reno 12F is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, giving you plenty of power to get through the day. It supports 45W wired charging, which again is a downgrade from Reno 11F’s 67W charger. The phone also offers reverse wired charging, allowing you to use it as a power bank for other devices in a pinch.

Battery 5000 mAh Charging 45W wired, PD2.0 Reverse wired Oppo Reno 12F Price in India The expected price of Oppo Reno 12F is around Rs.95,000. But we will have to wait for its official price after its launch. The price we have mentioned is an estimate based on the price of Oppo Reno 11F (Rs.84,999). Its price can be lower upon its launch in India. Until it is launched, you can buy other Oppo phones if you can’t wait for it.