OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Oppo Reno9
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Oppo Reno9 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 55/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 783,606).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Oppo Reno9
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Oppo Reno9 better?
- Lighter: 174g vs 188g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Oppo Reno9, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 28 points higher (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (94/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno9 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (83/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Oppo Reno9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 162.3×74.2×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 174 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | — |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Oppo Reno9
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Oppo Reno9
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Oppo Reno9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Oppo Reno9 by 293.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Oppo Reno9
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (82/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (95/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (94/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 (66/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno9 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (83/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Oppo Reno9?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 by 28 points (83/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Oppo Reno9?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Oppo Reno9 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Oppo Reno9?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Oppo Reno9?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Oppo Reno9?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.