OPPO Reno 16F vs Samsung Galaxy S24+

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy S24+ versus OPPO Reno 16F, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The OPPO is ahead for display quality, with its AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and a larger 7,000 mAh battery; the Samsung is the better match for a sharper 509 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. The OPPO is the better fit for display quality, while the Samsung is the one to consider for simplicity.

The Reno 16F is the cheaper one to own: around £468 over a typical contract, £432 less than the S24+.

Screen
6.57" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2372 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch
397 509
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
6,500 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 16 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano 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/7
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.2 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm
Weight
195 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi Not rated
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£79.00 upfront) £71.50/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£477.00 £349.00
OPPO Reno 16F OPPO Reno 16F Samsung Galaxy S24+ Samsung Galaxy S24+
Screen 6.57" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2372 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch 397 509
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 6,500 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 16 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano 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/7
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.2 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm
Weight 195 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi Not rated
Contracts £14.99/mo
£79.00 upfront
£71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £477.00 £349.00
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OPPO Reno 16F
OPPO Reno 16F

24 Months

512GB

Purple Black

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 a month, £79 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung Galaxy S24+

12 Months

256GB

Onyx Black

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£71.50 a month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OPPO Reno 16F or Samsung Galaxy S24+ cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the OPPO Reno 16F is cheaper on contract at £468.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £79.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the OPPO Reno 16F or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the OPPO Reno 16F's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the sharper display at 509 pixels per inch versus 397, and the OPPO Reno 16F uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO Reno 16F or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The OPPO Reno 16F features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ 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 16F or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.

What storage options are available for the OPPO Reno 16F and Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The OPPO Reno 16F is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the OPPO Reno 16F and Samsung Galaxy S24+ use?

The OPPO Reno 16F is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO Reno 16F or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The OPPO Reno 16F is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (195 grams vs 196 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 158.2 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO Reno 16F or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The OPPO Reno 16F 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 S24+ is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the OPPO Reno 16F and Samsung Galaxy S24+ run?

The OPPO Reno 16F runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S24+ runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.