OPPO Reno16 F vs Redmi K90 Max
The OPPO Reno16 F (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $480 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 63/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 879,714); the OPPO Reno16 F is noticeably lighter (194g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 F
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OPPO Reno16 F better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $480 vs $504
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 F vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 12 points higher (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 F leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 F — 48/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 F (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 F notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 F notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (58/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 F | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×74.5×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $480 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 F
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 F
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 F
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 F and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OPPO Reno16 F by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $24. OPPO Reno16 F was $24 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 F (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 F notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 F notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (58/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 F or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno16 F — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 F and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OPPO Reno16 F has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 F or the Redmi K90 Max?
The OPPO Reno16 F leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 F or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 F over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.