Oppo Reno16 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi A7: Which One Should You Buy?
Oppo Reno16 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Oppo Reno16 5G
Xiaomi Redmi A7
Oppo Reno16 5G wins 2 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsOppo Reno16 5G7233
- Camerafrom specsTie3232
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsOppo Reno16 5G10073
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Oppo Reno16 5G has the bigger battery6,700 mAh vs 5,200 mAh
- Xiaomi Redmi A7 has the bigger screen6.88" vs 6.32"
- Oppo Reno16 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 3 GB
- Oppo Reno16 5G has the faster chipSnapdragon 7 Gen 4 vs Unisoc T7250
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Oppo Reno16 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
After comparing all the specs, Oppo Reno16 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Larger battery capacity: 6,700 mAh (+1,500 mAh more) and More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 3GB.
Larger battery capacity: 6,700 mAh (+1,500 mAh more) · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 3GB
Significantly larger display: 6.88" vs max 6.32" for media & multitasking · Lighter body: 193g (806g lighter in hand)
Common questions
Which is better: Oppo Reno16 5G or Xiaomi Redmi A7?
Oppo Reno16 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Xiaomi Redmi A7 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 6,700 mAh (+1,500 mAh more) and More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 3GB.
What are the main battery and display differences between Oppo Reno16 5G and Xiaomi Redmi A7?
Oppo Reno16 5G has a 6.32-inch display and 6700 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi A7 has a 6.88-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.
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