OPPO Reno16c vs Vivo iQOO 13
The OPPO Reno16c (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16c has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 879,714); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the OPPO Reno16c doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16c
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes OPPO Reno16c better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6150 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $650
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16c vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16c — 48/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16c and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16c | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $650 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16c
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16c and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads OPPO Reno16c by 72.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. OPPO Reno16c was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16c and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16c and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The OPPO Reno16c has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16c over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.