OPPO Reno16 (China) vs Vivo X500
The OPPO Reno16 (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $515 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 79/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,120,347); the OPPO Reno16 (China) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 (China)
Vivo X500
What makes OPPO Reno16 (China) better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $515 vs $820
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 (China) vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 10 points higher (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 (China) — 78/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 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 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 (China) | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Super | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2120347 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1216 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $515 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 (China)
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 (China)
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 (China) and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OPPO Reno16 (China) by 46.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $305. OPPO Reno16 (China) was $305 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 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 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (China) (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 (China) is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno16 (China) — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 (China) and the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno16 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 (China) or the Vivo X500?
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?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 (China) over the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno16 (China) is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.