OPPO Reno 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy S25+ and OPPO Reno 16 suit different priorities. The OPPO is stronger for display quality, helped by its AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and a larger 6,700 mAh battery, while the Samsung is better suited to a larger 6.7-inch screen, a sharper 513 PPI display, and its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the OPPO for display quality; choose the Samsung if screen size matters more.

Over a full contract, the Reno 16 works out around £608 all-in, about £272 less than the S25+.

Expert Rating
4.1
8 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.31" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1216 x 2640 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
461 513
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
6,700 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 16 Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight
188 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£219.00 upfront) £69.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£697.00 £484.99
OPPO Reno 16 OPPO Reno 16 Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+
Expert Rating 4.1
8 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.31" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1216 x 2640 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 461 513
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 6,700 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight 188 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £14.99/mo
£219.00 upfront
£69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £697.00 £484.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

OPPO Reno 16
OPPO Reno 16

24 Months

512GB

Purple Black

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 a month, £219 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

Samsung Galaxy S25+
Samsung Galaxy S25+

12 Months

256GB

Icy Blue

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£69.83 a month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OPPO Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S25+ cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the OPPO Reno 16 is cheaper on contract at £608.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £219.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the OPPO Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the OPPO Reno 16's 6.3", the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 461, and the OPPO Reno 16 uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The OPPO Reno 16 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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 OPPO Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £484.99.

What storage options are available for the OPPO Reno 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The OPPO Reno 16 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the OPPO Reno 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25+ use?

The OPPO Reno 16 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The OPPO Reno 16 is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (188 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is slimmer at 7.35mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO Reno 16 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

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, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the OPPO Reno 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25+ run?

The OPPO Reno 16 runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.