Apple iPhone Air vs OPPO Reno16
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $999 and $470. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Air is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 2,078,850); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
OPPO Reno16
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 4106
- Lighter: 165g vs 188g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 64/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $999
- Better camera (81/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the OPPO Reno16, the Apple iPhone Air scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (66/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (92/100 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 73/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (66/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (96/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | OPPO Reno16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2078850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $470 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- 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
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- 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
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and OPPO Reno16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Air leads OPPO Reno16 by 22.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $529. OPPO Reno16 was $529 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (92/100 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 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (66/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (96/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the OPPO Reno16 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OPPO Reno16 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the OPPO Reno16?
The OPPO Reno16 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the OPPO Reno16?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.