Oppo Reno9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A72
The Oppo Reno9 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max, while the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno9 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 26/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A72 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Oppo Reno9 Pro is noticeably lighter (174g vs 203g).
Oppo Reno9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 174g vs 203g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (82/100 vs 46/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 35/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Oppo Reno9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Oppo Reno9 Pro scores 7 points higher (33/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Oppo Reno9 Pro are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Oppo Reno9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×73.6×8.0 mm | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 174 g | 203 g | |
| Price | — | $450 |
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno9 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Oppo Reno9 Pro are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (82/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Oppo Reno9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A72 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Oppo Reno9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Oppo Reno9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.