OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $661 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 74/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2827538
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $661 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 8932
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Better portability (89/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 13 points higher (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 88/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (83/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (89/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1272 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $661 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 7.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $138. OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) was $138 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (94/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (83/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (89/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
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 Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.