OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Realme C73
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $600 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 42/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 32 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 528,398); the OPPO Reno16 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Realme C73
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 197g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $600
- Overall rating 42/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Realme C73, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 41 points higher (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 20/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, Realme C73 — 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 OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (94/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $120 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Realme C73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Realme C73 by 482.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $480. Realme C73 was $480 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (82/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (95/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (94/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme C73?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 41 points (83/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Realme C73?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Realme C73 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme C73?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Realme C73?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Realme C73?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.