Lava Play Ultra vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super; launch prices were $175 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 53/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 188g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $600
- Better portability (71/100 vs 64/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 30 points higher (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, 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 OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Lava Play Ultra by 71.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $425. Lava Play Ultra was $425 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (82/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (95/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 30 points (83/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.