Introduction and specifications
It’s time for the bi-annual update of Oppo Reno, and this June we will receive Reno16 and Reno16 Pro, along with Reno16 F and Reno16 FS. The subject of this review, however, is the Pro model, which sits at the top of the line and offers a small upgrade over its predecessor. So don’t expect a generational change.
Still, the Reno16 Pro feels more refined in some ways, mainly in terms of features. For example, the new Reno16 Pro features an additional hardware button called AI Snap Key, which can be remapped to your liking. It also adds a handful of new AI features and new camera functionalities that were not present in the Reno15 series.
The smartphone also receives a new chipset, while the screen refresh rate increases to 144 Hz and the battery gains a few hundred milliamps. On the other hand, if you are in Europe, the battery capacity of the Reno16 Pro is actually smaller than that of the Reno15 Pro: 6,000 mAh, compared to 6,200 mAh.
Oppo Reno16 Pro specifications at a glance:
- Body: 151.2×72.4×8.2mm, 188g; Glass front, aluminum frame, glass back or composite plastic back; IP68/IP69K dust and watertight (high pressure water jets; submersible up to 1.5 m for 30 min).
- Show: 6.32″ AMOLED, 1B colors, 144 Hz, 3840 Hz PWM, HDR10+, 600 nits (typical), 1800 nits (HBM), 3600 nits (peak), 1216 x 2640 px resolution, 19.54:9 aspect ratio, 460 ppi.
- Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 8550 Super (4nm).
- Memory: 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM; UFS 3.1.
- OS/Software: Android 16, ColorOS 16.
- Rear camera: Width (main): 200 MP, f/1.8, 24 mm, 1/1.56″, 0.5 µm, PDAF, OIS; Telephoto: 50 MP, f/2.8, 80 mm, 1/2.75″, 0.64 µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom; ultra wide angle: 50 MP, f/2.0, 16 mm, 116˚, 1/2.88″, 0.61 µm, AF.
- Front camera: 50 MP, f/2.0, 18 mm, 100˚ (ultra wide angle), 1/2.75″, 0.64 µm, AF.
- Video capture: rear camera: 4K at 30/60 fps, 1080p at 30/60/120/240/480 fps, 720p at 960 fps, Gyro EIS, HDR, OIS; front camera: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, Gyro EIS, HDR.
- Battery: 6700 mAh (6000 mAh in Europe); 80W wired, 44/80W UFCS, 55W PPS, 13.5W PD, 100% in 57 min, reverse wired.
- Connectivity: 5G; eSIM; Wi-Fi 6; BT 5.4, aptX HD, LHDC 5; NFC; Infrared port.
- Several: Fingerprint reader (under display, optical); stereo speakers.
But what about the regular Reno16? What does the Pro have that the non-Pro doesn’t? Again, it’s the higher refresh rate at 144Hz instead of 120Hz, it’s the better 200MP main camera, it’s the more powerful SoC, and it’s the bigger battery (in some markets).
Still, the small spec changes, along with the iPhone-level build quality and feel, make the Reno16 Pro look like a decent upgrade for the second half of 2026. What generally holds the Reno series back at launch is the hefty starting price. Let’s see if it’s justified this time.
Unpacking the Oppo Reno16 Pro
We received the global version of the Oppo Reno16 Pro, so the retail package contained not only the user manuals and USB-A to USB-C cable, but also the corresponding 80W SuperVOOC charger. The European box, for example, skips the charger, so you’ll have to buy one separately.
The device also comes with a transparent silicone case so you don’t hide its attractive design.
