PhoneLifespan

Reno 11 vs 12 Pro+

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It depends

Too close to call outright

These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The 12 Pro+ edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: Reno 11 59 · 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 Reno 11 $330
Buy with care$17.18/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Jan 20262028
Realme 12 Pro+ $300
Buy with care$15.51/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Jan 20262028

Category by category

Display
Reno 11 7012 Pro+ 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
Reno 11 5212 Pro+ 56

The 12 Pro+'s Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 is simply the faster chip.

Camera
Reno 11 7912 Pro+ 79

Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.

Battery
Reno 11 8012 Pro+ 80

Battery capacities are close enough not to decide this.

Software longevity
Reno 11 2312 Pro+ 23

Both phones' support windows end around the same time.

Value
Reno 11 5912 Pro+ 63

Overall value goes to the 12 Pro+ at $15.51 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
SpecReno 1112 Pro+
Price (street)$330$300
Display6.7-inch AMOLED, 2412x1080, 120Hz6.7-inch curved AMOLED, 2412x1080, 120Hz
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 7050Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
RAM8GB/12GB8GB/12GB
Storage128GB/256GB128GB/256GB/512GB
Battery5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Charging67W wired67W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 32MP telephoto 2x, 8MP ultra-wide50MP main, 64MP telephoto 3x periscope, 8MP ultra-wide
Dimensions162.4 × 74.3 × 7.6 mm161.5 × 74.0 × 8.8 mm
Weight182 g196 g
Water resistanceIP65IP65
Supported untilJan 2028Jan 2028

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