Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs OPPO Reno16
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $1299 and $470. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 2,078,850); the OPPO Reno16 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
OPPO Reno16
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 4106
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 66/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $1299
- Better camera (81/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the OPPO Reno16, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (81/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | OPPO Reno16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 2078850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $470 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and OPPO Reno16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads OPPO Reno16 by 65.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $829. OPPO Reno16 was $829 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (97/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the OPPO Reno16 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the OPPO Reno16 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16?
The OPPO Reno16 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.