Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs OPPO Reno 11 Pro
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 16 Plus commands a premium price with flagship performance, superior display quality at 2000 nits brightness, and exceptional 4K 60fps video with Dolby Vision support. Its A18 chipset delivers industry-leading performance and longevity through iOS updates. However, OPPO's Reno 11 Pro offers remarkable value at half the cost, featuring a 120Hz refresh rate, faster 80W charging, and a dedicated 2x telephoto lens with superior optical zoom. While iPhone 16 Plus edges ahead in display calibration, processing power, and ecosystem benefits, the Reno 11 Pro delivers more practical features for daily users on a budget. Choose iPhone 16 Plus for premium performance and software support, or Reno 11 Pro for excellent functionality at significantly lower cost.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 16 Plus if…
- →Excellent battery life from large 4674 mAh cell
- →A18 chip supports Apple Intelligence
- →New Camera Control button
Buy the OPPO Reno 11 Pro if…
- →Excellent portrait system with 2x telephoto and AI processing
- →80W SUPERVOOC charges the battery rapidly in about 40 minutes
- →Slim and lightweight at 7.56 mm and 180 g
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Pros
- Excellent battery life from large 4674 mAh cell
- A18 chip supports Apple Intelligence
- New Camera Control button
- Bright 2000-nit display
- More affordable than Pro Max
Cons
- Still locked to 60Hz refresh rate
- No telephoto camera
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 speeds
- No always-on display
OPPO Reno 11 Pro
Pros
- Excellent portrait system with 2x telephoto and AI processing
- 80W SUPERVOOC charges the battery rapidly in about 40 minutes
- Slim and lightweight at 7.56 mm and 180 g
- 120Hz AMOLED display with good outdoor brightness
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking and AI features smoothly
Cons
- Dimensity 8200 is mid-range — not ideal for heavy gaming
- 8 MP ultrawide is a weak point in the camera system
- No wireless charging
- ColorOS includes some bloatware
- Single 256 GB storage option with no expansion
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | OPPO Reno 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 18 | Android 14 (ColorOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 199 g | 180 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 161.4 x 74.3 x 7.56 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX890 |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 32 MP, f/2.0, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4674 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 80W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 25W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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