Apple iPhone 17 vs OPPO Reno16
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $799 and $470. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 74/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 2,078,850).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
OPPO Reno16
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 4106
- Lighter: 177g vs 188g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 64/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $799
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the OPPO Reno16, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 2 points higher (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, OPPO Reno16 — 72/100; 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 Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (88/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | OPPO Reno16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2078850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $470 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- 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
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and OPPO Reno16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads OPPO Reno16 by 3.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. OPPO Reno16 was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (88/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the OPPO Reno16 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the OPPO Reno16 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.