OnePlus 16 vs RedMagic 12 Pro+: Which One Should You Buy?
OnePlus 16 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 94.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
OnePlus 16
RedMagic 12 Pro+
OnePlus 16 wins 2 of 4 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsTie9696
- Camerafrom specsOnePlus 168966
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- Batteryfrom specsTie100100
- Displayfrom specsOnePlus 1610092
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery9,000 mAh vs 8,400 mAh
- RedMagic 12 Pro+ charges faster120W vs 100W
- OnePlus 16 has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 50 MP
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄OnePlus 16 wins — BeastScore 94.0/100
The OnePlus 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (9,000 mAh vs 8,400 mAh) and sharper main camera (200 MP vs 50 MP). The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (120W vs 100W).
Larger battery: 9,000 mAh vs 8,400 mAh · Higher-resolution main camera: 200 MP vs 50 MP
Faster wired charging: 120W vs 100W
Common questions
Which is better: OnePlus 16 or RedMagic 12 Pro+?
The OnePlus 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (9,000 mAh vs 8,400 mAh) and sharper main camera (200 MP vs 50 MP). The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (120W vs 100W). BeastScore: OnePlus 16 94.0/100, RedMagic 12 Pro+ 94.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus 16 and RedMagic 12 Pro+?
OnePlus 16 has a display and 9000 mAh battery. RedMagic 12 Pro+ has a 6.85-inch display and 8400 mAh battery.
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