OPPO Reno16 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $600 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 83/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,079,298); the OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $892
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3079298
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 4 points higher (87/100 vs 83/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (64/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3079298 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $892 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads OPPO Reno16 Pro by 22.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $292. OPPO Reno16 Pro was $292 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (98/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 Pro (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (64/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) edges out the OPPO Reno16 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.