OPPO Reno 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the clearer spec advantage here, led by the larger 6.7-inch screen, the sharper 513ppi display and the newer Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) chipset. Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the lower SIM-free price at £539.99, while OPPO Reno 16 starts at £697. Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the more convincing case unless OPPO Reno 16's particular advantages matter more to you.

Buying outright, the S25+ starts at £530 SIM-free.

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
- £69.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£697.00 £529.99

Prices updated 12 July 2026

OPPO Reno 16 OPPO Reno 16 Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+
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 - £69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £697.00 £529.99
Prices updated 12 July 2026
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OPPO Reno 16
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Samsung Galaxy S25+
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£69.83 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 £529.99.

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.