OPPO Reno16 (China) vs Redmi K90
The OPPO Reno16 (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $515 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 (China) leads — 79/100 vs 76/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,120,347); the OPPO Reno16 (China) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 (China)
Redmi K90
What makes OPPO Reno16 (China) better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $515
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 (China) vs the Redmi K90, the OPPO Reno16 (China) scores 3 points higher (79/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) leads (94/100 vs 58/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 (China) — 78/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 (China) | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2120347 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1216 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $515 | $401 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 (China)
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 (China)
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 (China) and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads OPPO Reno16 (China) by 31.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $114. Redmi K90 was $114 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (94/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Redmi K90?
The OPPO Reno16 (China) edges out the Redmi K90 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Redmi K90?
The OPPO Reno16 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Redmi K90?
The OPPO Reno16 (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 (China) over the Redmi K90?
The OPPO Reno16 (China) is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.