Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $1199 and $661. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 77/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,782,199); the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2725
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $661 vs $1199
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 10 points higher (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 88/100; 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 (China) is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (59/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2772x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $661 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 41.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $538. OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) was $538 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (83/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (59/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 89/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on performance (90/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.