OPPO Reno 16 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The OPPO Reno 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $515 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 79/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 2,078,850); the OPPO Reno 16 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
OPPO Reno 16
Vivo iQOO 15
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $515 vs $599
- Better camera (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the OPPO Reno 16 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 7 points higher (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 leads (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 16 — 82/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16 (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 16 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | OPPO Reno 16 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2078850 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1216 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $515 | $599 |
OPPO Reno 16
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno 16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OPPO Reno 16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared OPPO Reno 16 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads OPPO Reno 16 by 44.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $84. OPPO Reno 16 was $84 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16 (94/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (94/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16 (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 16 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 edges out the OPPO Reno 16 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 16 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OPPO Reno 16 has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OPPO Reno 16 leads on camera score (94/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 16 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OPPO Reno 16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.