{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/oppo-reno-16-vs-samsung-galaxy-s26-pro/",
    "generated": "2026-10-16T13:24:04+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Oppo Reno 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro",
    "answer": "The Oppo Reno 16 is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 79 against 70 on our combined specification score. It leads on battery & charging and value for money. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro still wins on camera, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Oppo Reno 16 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 199,999 against PKR 393,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Oppo Reno 16",
            "slug": "oppo-reno-16",
            "brand": "Oppo",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/oppo/oppo-reno-16/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-6-2026-11_34_24-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 199999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-09-06T06:38:49+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 57,
                "camera": 81.5,
                "battery": 90,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 79.3
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "July 2, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2/8.4 mm",
                    "Weight": "182 g / 193 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.32-inch",
                    "Resolution": "2640 x 1216 Pixels",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED 120Hz Refresh Rate, 460 PPI, 1.07 Billion Colors, 10-bit Color Depth, 1800 nits HBM Brightness, 100% DCI-P3, HDR10+",
                    "Protection": "Crystal Guard+ AMOLED Protection"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-Core, 1×2.8GHz + 4×2.4GHz + 3×1.8GHz",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 722",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16, ColorOS 16.0"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB LPDDR5X",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB UFS 3.1",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50MP, f/1.8, 2-axis OIS, PDAF + 50MP, f/2.8, 3.5x Optical Zoom, 2-axis OIS, PDAF + 50MP, f/2.0, 116° Ultrawide, Autofocus",
                    "Selfie camera": "50MP, f/2.0, 100° FOV, 5P Lens, Autofocus, HDR, Portrait, Night Mode, Panorama, Retouch, Up to 2x Digital Zoom",
                    "Video recording": "4K@60/30fps, 1080p@60/30fps, 720p@30fps, EIS/OIS, 1080p Slow Motion@120fps, 720p Slow Motion@240/120fps, HDR Video, Time-Lapse, Dual-View Video, Up to 3.5x Optical Zoom & 18x Digital Zoom"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Si/C Li-Ion, Non-Removable 6490mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "80W SUPERVOOC Fast Charging, 55W PPS, 13.5W USB PD & 13.5W QC Support"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Dual-Band, 5GHz 160MHz, Wi-Fi Display, Wi-Fi Direct, 2x2 MIMO",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4, A2DP, LE, SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, LHDC 5.0",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Colour Temperature Sensor, E-Compass, In-display Optical Fingerprint Sensor, Infrared Remote Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s26-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-18-2026-10_35_06-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 393999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-18T05:38:36+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 58,
                "camera": 90,
                "battery": 58.3,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 48,
                "overall": 70.3
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Expected Q1 2026",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 dust and water resistant (up to 1.5 m for 30 minutes)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.7–6.9 in approx",
                    "Resolution": "1080×2340 or up to 1440×3120 (rumoured)",
                    "Panel type": "Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+, (120Hz/144Hz rumoured)"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Exynos 2600 (primary region)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Mali or equivalent (not fully confirmed)",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 with One UI 7"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Triple: 50 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP",
                    "Video recording": "8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-ion Approx 4500–5000 mAh (leaks vary)",
                    "Wired charging": "Fast wired & wireless (details unconfirmed)"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, Wi-Fi Direct",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (under-display), Accelerometer, Gyro, Compass, Proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, DisplayPort"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "oppo-reno-16",
        "margin": 9,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-reno-16": 57,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro": 58
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-reno-16": 81.5,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro": 90
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-reno-16": 90,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro": 58.3
                },
                "leader": "oppo-reno-16"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-reno-16": 100,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-reno-16": 62.5,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro": 62.5
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "oppo-reno-16": 100,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s26-pro": 48
                },
                "leader": "oppo-reno-16"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Oppo Reno 16 costs PKR 194,000 less.",
        "Oppo Reno 16 packs a 1,490 mAh larger battery."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Oppo Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro?",
            "answer": "Oppo Reno 16 comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 9 points. It wins on battery & charging and value for money. Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Oppo Reno 16 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Oppo Reno 16 is listed at PKR 199,999 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro at PKR 393,999. That makes Oppo Reno 16 cheaper by PKR 194,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Oppo Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Oppo Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro?",
            "answer": "Oppo Reno 16 leads on battery. Oppo Reno 16 carries a 6490 mAh cell and Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro a 5000 mAh cell."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}