Apple iPhone 16 vs OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $799 and $661. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 68/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2725
- Lighter: 170g vs 205g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 59/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $661 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 19 points higher (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, 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 84/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (83/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (79/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2772x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $661 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads Apple iPhone 16 by 34.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $138. OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) was $138 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (83/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (79/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on performance (90/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. 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.