OPPO Reno15 Pro Max vs OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
The OPPO Reno15 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8450, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $560 and $661. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 82/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,131,620).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
What makes OPPO Reno15 Pro Max better?
- Cheaper at launch: $560 vs $661
- Overall rating 82/100
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2131620
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1612
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 6210
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 5 points higher (87/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (90/100 vs 77/100). Value score: OPPO Reno15 Pro Max — 82/100, OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 88/100; 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 OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 59/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno15 Pro Max | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8450 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 2131620 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1612 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6210 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2772x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.5×7.7 mm | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $560 | $661 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno15 Pro Max and OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads OPPO Reno15 Pro Max by 29.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $101. OPPO Reno15 Pro Max was $101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 59/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) edges out the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 87/100.
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on performance (90/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max over the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?
The OPPO Reno15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.