OPPO Reno16 vs Xiaomi 17
The OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $470 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 74/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6700); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 2,078,850).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16
Xiaomi 17
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 191g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $709
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 13 points higher (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 — 72/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2078850 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 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 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $470 | $709 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads OPPO Reno16 by 38.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $239. OPPO Reno16 was $239 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (95/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (87/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno16 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 and the Xiaomi 17?
The OPPO Reno16 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 over the Xiaomi 17?
The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.