OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Vivo X21i
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 30/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 200 MP vs 12 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 314,537); the OPPO Reno16 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo X21i doesn't; the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Vivo X21i
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 3425 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 188g
- Better portability (94/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Vivo X21i, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 53 points higher (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (82/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (82/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (94/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (94/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Vivo X21i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.3" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 3425 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | — |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X21i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X21i
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X21i
- 3425 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Vivo X21i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Vivo X21i by 879.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X21i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (82/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (94/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (66/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (94/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 53 points (83/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Vivo X21i?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Vivo X21i — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Vivo X21i?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.