OnePlus Nord CE5 vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super; launch prices were $295 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 61/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6700 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $600
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4313
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 199g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 22 points higher (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 35/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, 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 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $600 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 44.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $305. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $305 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (95/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 22 points (83/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.