This year OPPO made the Reno16 and Reno16 Pro in the same compact 6.32-inch body. So the choice is about internals, not size. And, interestingly, the smaller model wins on battery life.
Short answer
Reno16 Pro - the Dimensity 8550, a 200 MP main camera, 144 Hz, 12/512 GB and two SIMs. Reno16 - a bigger battery (6700 vs 6000 mAh), the same 50 MP 3.5× telephoto, ultra-wide and front camera.
Key differences
| Spec | Reno16 | Reno16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Dimensity 8550 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP |
| RAM / storage | 12 / 256 GB | 12 / 512 GB |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 6000 mAh |
| Physical SIM | not listed | 2 |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
The same: 6.32" AMOLED 1216×2640, Crystal Guard, 80 W, 50 MP ultra-wide, 50 MP 3.5× telephoto, 50 MP front camera, 4K/60 video, IP66/68/69, IR blaster, eSIM, Wi-Fi 6.
Camera
The Pro's 200 MP main sensor gives more detail and better cropping. But the telephoto and ultra-wide are the same on both, so for portraits the difference is smaller than it seems.
Performance
The Dimensity 8550 has eight "big" cores - sub-flagship level. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is a strong mid-ranger. For gaming - the Pro.
Battery
The Reno16 has 700 mAh more. A compact phone with 6700 mAh is a rarity.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Gaming and the 200 MP camera - Reno16 Pro.
- Battery life - Reno16.
- 512 GB of storage - Reno16 Pro.
FAQ
Are they the same size?
Yes, both are 6.32".
Which has the bigger battery?
The Reno16 - 6700 mAh.
Is the telephoto the same?
Yes, 50 MP 3.5×.