OPPO Reno16 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $470 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 leads — 74/100 vs 70/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,078,850).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $999
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 4106
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the OPPO Reno16 scores 4 points higher (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (66/100 vs 54/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the OPPO Reno16 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2078850 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $470 | $999 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads OPPO Reno16 by 34.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $529. OPPO Reno16 was $529 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the OPPO Reno16 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OPPO Reno16 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OPPO Reno16 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OPPO Reno16 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.