Nothing Phone (3a) vs OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $329 and $661. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 60/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,050,601).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $661
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 27 points higher (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, 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 OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2772x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $661 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 65.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $332. Nothing Phone (3a) was $332 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (90/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) by 27 points (87/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on performance (90/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active 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.