Google Pixel 9 vs OPPO Reno16
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $799 and $470. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 leads — 74/100 vs 69/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 4700); the OPPO Reno16 is faster in AnTuTu (2,078,850 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
OPPO Reno16
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 4106
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 71/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2078850 vs 1561427
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Lighter: 188g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $799
- Better camera (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the OPPO Reno16, the OPPO Reno16 scores 5 points higher (74/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (66/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, 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 Google Pixel 9 and the OPPO Reno16 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | OPPO Reno16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2078850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $470 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and OPPO Reno16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 leads Google Pixel 9 by 24.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. OPPO Reno16 was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the OPPO Reno16 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the OPPO Reno16?
The OPPO Reno16 edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the OPPO Reno16?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the OPPO Reno16 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the OPPO Reno16?
The OPPO Reno16 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the OPPO Reno16?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.