OPPO Reno 16C vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The OPPO Reno 16C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 44/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 877,641); the OPPO Reno 16C is noticeably lighter (195g vs 210g).
OPPO Reno 16C
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Lighter: 195g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the OPPO Reno 16C vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (94/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "design" category, the OPPO Reno 16C notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the OPPO Reno 16C and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | OPPO Reno 16C | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $499 | $561 |
OPPO Reno 16C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno 16C
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno 16C
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared OPPO Reno 16C and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads OPPO Reno 16C by 78.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $62. OPPO Reno 16C is cheaper by $62.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (94/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (82/100 vs 65/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OPPO Reno 16C notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (56/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OPPO Reno 16C and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C by 40 points (84/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 16C and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The OPPO Reno 16C has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 16C over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The OPPO Reno 16C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.