ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super; launch prices were $999 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 71/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 3,079,298); the OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 3079298
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 6405
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 66/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $999
- Better camera (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 12 points higher (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 42/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100, OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100; 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (64/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $600 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads OPPO Reno16 Pro by 1.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. OPPO Reno16 Pro was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (94/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (64/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 9 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.