OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs Poco X8 Pro Max

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $661 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 71/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,604,459).

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 59
Value for money 88

Poco X8 Pro Max

Performance 91
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 66

What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2604459
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 205g vs 218g

  • Better camera (94/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)

What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2725
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8932
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $661

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 16 points higher (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (94/100 vs 37/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 88/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China): The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500s MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3032039 2604459
Geekbench Single 2725 3293
Geekbench Multi 8932 10243
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1272 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3600 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 205 g 218 g
Launch price $661 $469

Camera comparison

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

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

Poco X8 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1272
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Poco X8 Pro Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Poco X8 Pro Max

  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery

Overall performance score

We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
87/100
3032039 AnTuTu
Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
71/100 -16.4%
2604459 AnTuTu

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 16.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)

$661

Poco X8 Pro Max

$469

Launch price difference: $192. Poco X8 Pro Max was $192 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.