OPPO Reno16 (China) vs Redmi K90 Pro Max

The OPPO Reno16 (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $515 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 79/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,120,347); the OPPO Reno16 (China) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).

The Redmi K90 Pro Max edges out the OPPO Reno16 (China) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

OPPO Reno16 (China)

Performance 77
Display 85
Camera 94
Battery 66
Portability 64
Value for money 78

Redmi K90 Pro Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 78
Battery 89
Portability 54
Value for money 90

What makes OPPO Reno16 (China) better?

  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 210g
  • Cheaper at launch: $515 vs $561

  • Better camera (94/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (64/100 vs 54/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2120347
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 77/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the OPPO Reno16 (China) vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) leads (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 (China) — 78/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).

OPPO Reno16 (China): The OPPO Reno16 (China) is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification OPPO Reno16 (China) Redmi K90 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 2120347 3622315
Geekbench Single 1555 3639
Geekbench Multi 6405 11047
Display 6.3" AMOLED 6.9" OLED
Resolution 2640x1216 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6700 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
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 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3600 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm
Weight 188 g 210 g
Launch price $515 $561

Camera comparison

OPPO Reno16 (China)

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

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

OPPO Reno16 (China)

  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

OPPO Reno16 (China)

  • 6700 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
66
battery

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery

Overall performance score

We compared OPPO Reno16 (China) and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OPPO Reno16 (China) MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super
79/100
2120347 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100 +41.5%
3622315 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Pro Max leads OPPO Reno16 (China) by 41.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

OPPO Reno16 (China)

$515

Redmi K90 Pro Max

$561

Launch price difference: $46. OPPO Reno16 (China) was $46 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (97/100 vs 77/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (94/100 vs 78/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (89/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max edges out the OPPO Reno16 (China) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 78/100).

Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 77/100).

Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 (China) over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 (China) is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.