OPPO Reno 16C vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The OPPO Reno 16C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno 16C leads — 44/100 vs 23/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno 16C has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500).
OPPO Reno 16C
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (62/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 23/100
Comparing the OPPO Reno 16C vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the OPPO Reno 16C scores 21 points higher (44/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16C leads (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16C leads (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the OPPO Reno 16C leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16C and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the OPPO Reno 16C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OPPO Reno 16C notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | OPPO Reno 16C | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Price | $499 | — |
OPPO Reno 16C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
OPPO Reno 16C
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
OPPO Reno 16C
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno 16C and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (62/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (65/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OPPO Reno 16C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OPPO Reno 16C notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus by 21 points (44/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 16C and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The OPPO Reno 16C has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The OPPO Reno 16C leads on camera score (62/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 16C over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The OPPO Reno 16C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.