Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super; launch prices were $1199 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 72/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 1,467,470); the OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7200 vs 6405
- Overall rating 72/100
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 1467470
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $1199
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 11 points higher (83/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (66/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (64/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 52.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. OPPO Reno16 Pro was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (64/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.