OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini vs OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

The OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8450, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $505 and $661. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 79/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6200); the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,031,580); the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini is noticeably lighter (187g vs 205g).

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) edges out the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini

Performance 76
Display 85
Camera 94
Battery 64
Portability 67
Value for money 78

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 59
Value for money 88

What makes OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini better?

  • Lighter: 187g vs 205g
  • Cheaper at launch: $505 vs $661

  • Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
  • Better portability (67/100 vs 59/100)

What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2031580
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1612
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 6210
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6200 mAh

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 64/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 8 points higher (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini — 78/100, 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 76/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).

OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini: The OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China): 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.

Specs comparison

Specification OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8450 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 2031580 3032039
Geekbench Single 1612 2725
Geekbench Multi 6210 8932
Display 6.3" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1216x2640 2772x1272
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6200 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 80W 80W
Wireless charging 0W 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 151.2×72.4×8.0 mm 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm
Weight 187 g 205 g
Launch price $505 $661

Camera comparison

OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini

  • Main: 200MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera

Display comparison

OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini

  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1216x2640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1272
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini

  • 6200 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini and OPPO Reno16 Pro (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini MediaTek Dimensity 8450
79/100
2031580 AnTuTu
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
87/100 +33.0%
3032039 AnTuTu

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini by 33.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini

$505

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

$661

Launch price difference: $156. OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini was $156 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 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) notably outperforms the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini (83/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) edges out the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?

The OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 87/100.

Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini or the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on performance (90/100 vs 76/100).

Should you choose the OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini over the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)?

The OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, 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.