OPPO Reno16c vs Vivo X500 Pro
The OPPO Reno16c (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $499 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 63/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16c has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 879,714); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the OPPO Reno16c doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16c
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes OPPO Reno16c better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $970
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16c vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 27 points higher (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16c — 48/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16c | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $970 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16c
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16c and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads OPPO Reno16c by 82.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $471. OPPO Reno16c was $471 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (100/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16c (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno16c by 27 points (90/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16c and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16c has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16c or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16c over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.