OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs ZTE Axon 40
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads — 87/100 vs 58/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
ZTE Axon 40
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 205g
- Overall rating 58/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs the ZTE Axon 40, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) scores 29 points higher (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 2772x1272 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $661 | — |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads ZTE Axon 40 by 200.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (90/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (94/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the ZTE Axon 40?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 by 29 points (87/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the ZTE Axon 40?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the ZTE Axon 40?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the ZTE Axon 40?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on performance (90/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) over the ZTE Axon 40?
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 ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.