OPPO Reno16 Pro vs OPPO Reno16c
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the OPPO Reno16c (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy; launch prices were $600 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 63/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16c has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 879,714); the OPPO Reno16 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the OPPO Reno16c doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
OPPO Reno16c
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2813
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16c better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6700 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $600
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the OPPO Reno16c, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 20 points higher (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, OPPO Reno16c — 48/100; 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 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c and the OPPO Reno16 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | OPPO Reno16c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $499 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
OPPO Reno16c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OPPO Reno16c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16c
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and OPPO Reno16c, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads OPPO Reno16c by 250.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $101. OPPO Reno16c was $101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (82/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (95/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (94/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c and the OPPO Reno16 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c by 20 points (83/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the OPPO Reno16c — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.