OPPO Reno 16 Pro vs Redmi A5
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $661 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 25/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the OPPO Reno 16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 195,539).
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
Redmi A5
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 195539
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $661
- Better portability (64/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the OPPO Reno 16 Pro vs the Redmi A5, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro scores 61 points higher (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 16 Pro — 84/100, Redmi A5 — 34/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | OPPO Reno 16 Pro | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1272 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $661 | $90 |
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OPPO Reno 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared OPPO Reno 16 Pro and Redmi A5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads Redmi A5 by 1474.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $571. Redmi A5 was $571 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (89/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi A5?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 61 points (86/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 16 Pro and the Redmi A5?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi A5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi A5?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 16 Pro or the Redmi A5?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro leads on performance (89/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 16 Pro over the Redmi A5?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.