Apple iPhone Air vs OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $999 and $661. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 75/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 8932
- Lighter: 165g vs 205g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 59/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $661 vs $999
- Better camera (94/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 12 points higher (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Apple iPhone Air and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (83/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (96/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2772x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $661 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads Apple iPhone Air by 16.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $338. OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) was $338 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (94/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (83/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (96/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone Air — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.