OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A37
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480; launch prices were $600 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 52/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 1,021,736).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A37
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 3437
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 188g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $600
- Better portability (78/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A37, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 31 points higher (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 44/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A37 — 54/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A37 (82/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (66/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A37 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | Samsung Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 1021736 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1137 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 3437 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $250 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A37, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A37 by 201.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Samsung Galaxy A37 was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (82/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (95/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (94/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (66/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 by 31 points (83/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Samsung Galaxy A37 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users.