Oppo Reno 12F 4G

Oppo Reno 12F 4G in Kenya

Oppo Reno 12F 4G Price in Kenya is Ksh 37,000. This mid-range 4G Android smartphone is part of the Oppo Reno 12 series of smartphones released by China’s Oppo in August 2024 with decent features including Oppo AI. The Reno 12F 4G features a 6.67-inch FHD AMOLED with up to 1200nits brightness, a high screen resolution protected by Asahi Glass. The phone has a triple rear camera setup with 50MP wide, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens with HD video recording capabilities with gyro-EIS. There is a 32MP wide selfie camera.

The Reno12F 4G runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G chipset with an octa-core CPU and an Adreno 610 GPU, which ensures high performance and power efficiency. It packs 8GB RAM and up to 512GB internal storage expandable via a dedicated microSD Card. Powering the Reno 12F 5G is a massive 5000mAh Li-Po built-in battery with a 45W Supervooc charger and it also supports reverse charging. The phone has an under-display fingerprint scanner and facial recognition features and supports accelerometer, proximity, Gyro, and compass sensors. The Reno 12F 4G also features dual stereo speakers, NFC, GPS, IR Blaster, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. Get your Oppo Reno 12F 4G today in Olive Green, Matte Grey, or Amber Orange at Phoneprice Kenya.

Oppo Reno 12F 4G Specifications

Oppo Reno 12F 4G In-depth Review

This detailed review presents the features and capabilities of the Oppo Reno 12F 4G in Kenya.

Sleek meets Durable

Oppo Reno 12F 4G unpacks Oppo Reno’s flagship yet classic, seamless, sleek design with a silky, luxurious finish inspired by Cosmos ring design. The rear camera design gives a halo light that gives a unique sparkle to your phone.  It is made of tough plastic with a mirror-smooth texture with a 3D design that feels perfect in the hands. The phone is generally light, weighing about 187g, and has a 7.8mm thickness for the perfect fit in your palms and pocket.

The phone has an all-round armor, that protects it from shattering and shocks with high-strength alloy and Sponge Bionic cushioning. Caught in the rain or sandstorm? Worry less. The Reno 12F has an IP64 water and dust resistance rating that will give you peace of mind in such situations. The Reno 12F 4G is available in three amazing colors, Olive Green, Matte Grey, and Amber Orange.

Vibrant, immersive Display that cares for your Eyes

The phone presents a full HD 3D curved 6.67-inch AMOLED with a 1B color Gamut screen for an immersive experience. The display is HDR10+ certified with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate that enhances your touching and viewing experience, with eye protection. With up to 1200nits brightness, you are assured of an ultra-bright and enriched viewing experience even in broad daylight. The screen is touch-sensitive even when your fingers are wet. Protecting the screen is a strong military-grade Asahi Glass that prevents scratches and cracks in case of accidental drop.

Performance and Hardware of the Oppo Reno 12F 4G

Processor

Oppo Reno 12F 4G is an impressive performance smartphone engineered to support extensive tasks and gaming at low power consumption. Running on the Snapdragon 685 4G platform, you are assured of a great all-round experience. The chipset has the Trnity Engine for system-level superiority with over 4 years of smoothness, fluency, and energy efficiency.

OS

The phone is embedded with ColorOS 14 based on Android 14. This is the latest upgrade on Oppo phones, assuring you of a more personalized, safe, customizable phone experience like never before. The ColorOS 14 is AI-powered, ensuring you get a smartphone experience that resonates with your needs. It also provides timely updates and keeps your data safe and private. The user interface supports features like

Aqua dynamics: Real-time notifications at a glance

File Dock: Drag and drop files and text into a unified space for organization and ease of access.

Battery and Charging

Powering the Oppo 12F 4G is a massive 5000mAh built-in battery that ensures a whole day of phone use. The battery ensures you go through your day without worrying about running out of charge. You get a 45W Supervooc USB C charger for recharging. You can also help a friend out or recharge your other devices using the reverse wired option.

Memory

Do more and worry less about running out of storage space or system crashes due to low memory availability. The Reno 12F 4G packs 8GB RAM with two variants of internal storage: 256GB or 512 GB. The memory is supported by UFS 2.2, which ensures enough space for priority apps and faster data-sharing speed. Amazingly, you can expand the memory via a dedicated microSDXC card slot so that you enjoy saving more, and installing the app/games you need while enjoying a lag-free smartphone experience.

Camera Capabilities of the Reno 12F 4G

Take vibrant, clear, detailed photos that bring every moment to life using your phone. The rear camera is a triple camera setup comprising a 50MP f/1.8 wide aperture with PDAF and OIS, an 8MP f/2.2 ultrawide camera at 112⁰ for taking photos from any angle and a 2MP macro lens for well-detailed photos. The rear camera supports features like LED Flash, Panorama, and HDR for taking vivid images under any light. The rear camera records HD videos at 1080p with gyro-EIS that reduces blurs and shakes especially when recording action scenes. Enjoy other features like timelapse, slo-mo, scanning text, and night mode.

There is also a 32MP f/2.0 5P lens HDR selfie camera for natural-looking yet detailed portrait photos and vivid video calls. The front camera records videos of 1080p@30fps. With AI features, you can take your photography and videography to the next level and share the moments on your socials.

Network and Connectivity

The Reno 12F 4G is a dual Nano sim card on standby mode. With 4G and AI LinkBoost, you are assured of efficient communication and reliable internet connectivity via mobile data. For connecting with other devices and sharing files or playing music, you get low latency Bluetooth 5.3 apt-X, USB C 2.0, and the USB port. Cashless transactions are made possible thanks to the NFC feature present on the phone. Additionally, you get an infrared port to control other smart devices at home.

The phone also supports wireless internet connectivity via dual-band Wi-Fi where you can create a hotspot for other devices. You can also make calls in areas with no network with the BeaconLink feature.

Biometrics and Sensors

The Reno 12F 4G has an under-display fingerprint scanner that easily unlocks your phone with a simple touch. Additionally, you can use the selfie camera as a face unlock feature. These two features are essential for keeping your phone secure and private. The phone has ambient light, proximity, Gyro, accelerometer, and infrared sensors for enhanced functionality.

Positioning

Find and explore places with ease with the help of your phone. Reno 12 5G supports GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, and QZSS, which work together with Google Maps to help you navigate easily.

Audio Features

Oppo Reni 12F 4G has impressive dual stereo speakers, one at the bottom, and an earpiece.  These speakers allow you to immerse yourself in cinematic sound when watching media content, gaming, or enjoying music. You can connect your phone wirelessly via Bluetooth and enjoy superior Hi-Res audio since it does not have an audio jack.

Unboxing

• Oppo Reno 12 4G
• Sim ejector tool
• USB C Cable
• 45W Power adapter
• Documentations
• Plastic protective case

Pros and Cons of the Oppo Reno 12F 4G

Hits

• Sleek modern design
• High-performance and power-efficient processor
• Latest AI-powered and user-friendly OS
• Full HD AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.
• Massive capacity battery
• Supports 45W wired and reverse wired charging
• Bluetooth and NFC-enabled
• Has an infrared port
• Good quality cameras with HD video recording.
• Quality sound output with dual stereo speakers
• Ample storage space expandable via microSDXC
• IP64 Water and dust resistant

Misses

• Does not support wireless charging.
• Heating due to heavy gaming
• No audio jack or FM Radio
• Does not support 5G

Verdict

The Oppo Reno 12F 4G is one of the most reliable affordable smartphones on the market today. It is engineered with amazing features that will give you an amazing smartphone experience thanks to Oppo AI. You get the phone in a sleek design with an immersive display, large memory, impressive performance features, quality cameras, and a reliable battery. Despite missing a few features like an audio jack, 5G, wireless charging, and FM Radio, the phone has everything else you need.

Alternative Handsets

• Oppo Reno 12F 5G
• One Plus Ace 3 Pro
• Google Pixel 9
• Samsung Galaxy S10 5G
• Redmi Note 13

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