Apple iPhone 17e vs OPPO Reno16
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $599 and $470. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 leads — 74/100 vs 59/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 2,078,850); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
OPPO Reno16
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 4106
- Lighter: 163g vs 188g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 64/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $599
- Better camera (81/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the OPPO Reno16, the OPPO Reno16 scores 15 points higher (74/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (66/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (66/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (83/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | OPPO Reno16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2078850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $470 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and OPPO Reno16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads OPPO Reno16 by 3.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $129. OPPO Reno16 was $129 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (89/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (66/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (83/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the OPPO Reno16?
The OPPO Reno16 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17e — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the OPPO Reno16 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the OPPO Reno16?
The OPPO Reno16 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.