OPPO Reno16 vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $470 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 79/100 vs 74/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is faster in AnTuTu (2,974,201 vs 2,078,850).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 6500 mAh
- Lighter: 188g vs 191g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $485
- Better camera (81/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2974201 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4106
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 5 points higher (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 — 72/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; 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 Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2078850 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $470 | $485 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S50 Pro mini leads OPPO Reno16 by 30.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $15. OPPO Reno16 was $15 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (90/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (81/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini edges out the OPPO Reno16 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The OPPO Reno16 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The OPPO Reno16 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (90/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.