OPPO Reno16 vs Vivo X500
The OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $470 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 74/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6700); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,078,850); the OPPO Reno16 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16
Vivo X500
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $820
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 15 points higher (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 — 72/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2078850 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $470 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OPPO Reno16 by 47.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. OPPO Reno16 was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (96/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno16 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 and the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno16 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 over the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.