OPPO Reno 15c vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OPPO Reno 15c (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $385 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,307,414); the OPPO Reno 15c is noticeably lighter (197g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno 15c
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OPPO Reno 15c better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $840
- Better portability (62/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1307414
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno 15c vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 15c — 64/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 15c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (62/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno 15c | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1307414 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1256x2760 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×74.8×7.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $840 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno 15c and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OPPO Reno 15c by 76.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $455. OPPO Reno 15c was $455 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (100/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 15c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (62/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 15c and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OPPO Reno 15c has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 15c over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OPPO Reno 15c is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.