Both have IP69 and big batteries. The Redmi is cheaper; the OPPO has a third camera and 50 MP selfies.

Short answer

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max - 10,000 mAh, 100 W, 6.83" 1280p, cheaper. OPPO Reno16 F 5G - 50 + 8 + 50 MP, a 50 MP front camera, a more compact 6.57".

Key differences

SpecOPPO Reno16 F 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
ChipMediaTek Dimensity 7300Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5
Display6.57", AMOLED, 1080×2372, 120 Hz6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz
RAM / storage8/256 GB, 12/256 GB8/128 GB, 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 12/256 GB
Rear cameras50 MP + 8 MP + 50 MP50 MP + 8 MP
Front50 MP32 MP
Battery7000 mAh10000 mAh
Charging80 W100 W
ProtectionIP66 / IP68 / IP69IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K
Thickness / weight8.44 mm / 195 g8.65 mm / 229.5 g
Pricecurrent pricescurrent prices

Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.

Chips

MediaTek Dimensity 7300 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 - a similar level.

Battery

10,000 mAh and 100 W on the Redmi vs 7000 mAh and 80 W on the OPPO.

Cameras

50 + 8 + 50 MP and a 50 MP front camera on the OPPO vs 50 + 8 and 32 MP on the Redmi.

Verdict: who should buy which

  • Battery life and price - Redmi Note 17 Pro Max.
  • Cameras and compactness - OPPO Reno16 F 5G.

FAQ

Are both protected?
Yes, up to IP69.

What battery does the OPPO have?
7000 mAh.

Which is cheaper?
The Redmi.

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