Apple iPhone 17 vs OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, 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 76/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2725
- Lighter: 177g vs 205g
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 59/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $661 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 11 points higher (87/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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) and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 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 86/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (83/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2772x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $661 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads Apple iPhone 17 by 28.9% 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) and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 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 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (83/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.