PhoneLifespan

F29 Pro 5G vs 12 Pro

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It depends

Too close to call outright

These two are within 1 point overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The F29 Pro 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: F29 Pro 5G 62 · 12 Pro 63 methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Oppo F29 Pro 5G $330
Buy with care$15.39/mo
2025◆ Buy-by Apr 20262028
Realme 12 Pro $245
Buy with care$12.65/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Jan 20262028

Category by category

Display
F29 Pro 5G 7012 Pro 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
F29 Pro 5G 5812 Pro 46

The F29 Pro 5G's MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4nm) is simply the faster chip.

Camera
F29 Pro 5G 5512 Pro 79

The 12 Pro has the stronger camera system (3 real rear lenses vs 1).

Battery
F29 Pro 5G 10012 Pro 80

6,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — the F29 Pro 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
F29 Pro 5G 2612 Pro 23

Both phones' support windows end around the same time.

Value
F29 Pro 5G 6212 Pro 63

Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.

Full spec table
SpecF29 Pro 5G12 Pro
Price (street)$330$245
Display6.7-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus 26.7-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, 950 nits peak
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
RAM8GB/12GB8GB/12GB
Storage128GB/256GB128GB/256GB/512GB
Battery6,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Charging80W wired SUPERVOOC67W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP depth50MP main, 32MP telephoto 2x, 8MP ultra-wide
Dimensions161.5 × 74.9 × 7.6 mm161.5 x 74 x 8.8 mm
Weight180 g190 g
Water resistanceIP66/IP68/IP69IP65
Supported untilApr 2028Jan 2028

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