OPPO Reno 15c vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The OPPO Reno 15c (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super; launch prices were $385 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 67/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 1,307,414).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno 15c
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes OPPO Reno 15c better?
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $600
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 1307414
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 197g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno 15c vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 16 points higher (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 15c — 64/100, 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 OPPO Reno 15c (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100. In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the OPPO Reno 15c are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno 15c | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 1307414 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1256x2760 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×74.8×7.8 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $600 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno 15c and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads OPPO Reno 15c by 57.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $215. OPPO Reno 15c was $215 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (82/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (94/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the OPPO Reno 15c are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 15c or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno 15c — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 15c and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno 15c has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 15c or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 15c or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 15c over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno 15c 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.