OPPO Reno16 (China) vs Vivo X500 Pro Max

The OPPO Reno16 (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 79/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,120,347).

The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno16 (China) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

OPPO Reno16 (China)

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

Vivo X500 Pro Max

Performance 100
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 85
Portability —
Value for money —

What makes OPPO Reno16 (China) better?

  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)

What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2120347
  • Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1555
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6405
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the OPPO Reno16 (China) vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (85/100 vs 66/100).

OPPO Reno16 (China): The OPPO Reno16 (China) is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo X500 Pro Max: The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification OPPO Reno16 (China) Vivo X500 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro
AnTuTu 2120347 4838033
Geekbench Single 1555 4188
Geekbench Multi 6405 13145
Display 6.3" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1216 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6700 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 200 MP
Front camera 50 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3600 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm —
Weight 188 g —
Launch price $515 —

Camera comparison

OPPO Reno16 (China)

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

Vivo X500 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

OPPO Reno16 (China)

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

Vivo X500 Pro Max

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

OPPO Reno16 (China)

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

Vivo X500 Pro Max

  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
85
battery

Overall performance score

We compared OPPO Reno16 (China) and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OPPO Reno16 (China) MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super
79/100
2120347 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro
92/100 +56.2%
4838033 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 Pro Max leads OPPO Reno16 (China) by 56.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

OPPO Reno16 (China)

$515

Vivo X500 Pro Max

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (100/100 vs 77/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (85/100 vs 66/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?

The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno16 (China) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.

Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).

Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?

The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).

Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 (China) over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 (China) is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.