HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs OPPO Reno 16

Our Verdict: For HONOR Magic 7 Pro versus OPPO Reno 16, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The OPPO is ahead for portability, with its AMOLED panel, a larger 6,700 mAh battery, and a lighter 188g body; the HONOR is the better match for a larger 6.8-inch screen, its LTPO OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 200MP rear camera. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The OPPO is the better fit for portability, while the HONOR is the one to consider for display quality.

Over a full contract, the Reno 16 works out around £605 all-in, about £793 less than the Magic 7 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.1
13 reviews
4.1
8 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.31"
Display
LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2800 1216 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
453 461
Rear Camera
200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
5,270 mAh 6,700 mAh
Storage
512GB 512GB
OS
Android Android 16
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm
Weight
223 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi
Contracts
£113.17/mo (£30.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£219.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£549.00 £697.00
HONOR Magic 7 Pro HONOR Magic 7 Pro OPPO Reno 16 OPPO Reno 16
Expert Rating 4.1
13 reviews
4.1
8 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.31"
Display LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2800 1216 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 453 461
Rear Camera 200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 5,270 mAh 6,700 mAh
Storage 512GB 512GB
OS Android Android 16
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm
Weight 223 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi
Contracts £113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£219.00 upfront
SIM-free £549.00 £697.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR Magic 7 Pro
HONOR Magic 7 Pro

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£113.17 per month, £30 upfront.

OPPO Reno 16
OPPO Reno 16

24 Months

512GB

Purple Black

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 per month, £219 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or OPPO Reno 16 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the OPPO Reno 16 is cheaper on contract at £604.76 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £219.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or OPPO Reno 16?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the OPPO Reno 16's 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 453 pixels per inch, and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the OPPO Reno 16 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or OPPO Reno 16?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the OPPO Reno 16 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or OPPO Reno 16?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £549.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and OPPO Reno 16?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the OPPO Reno 16 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and OPPO Reno 16 use?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the OPPO Reno 16 uses the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or OPPO Reno 16?

The OPPO Reno 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 35g lighter at 188 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm, and is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or OPPO Reno 16?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the OPPO Reno 16 is rated IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi.

What operating system do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and OPPO Reno 16 run?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro runs Android and the OPPO Reno 16 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.