Oppo Reno6 5G vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification

General

Launch Date June 11, 2021 September 24, 2021
Release Year 2021 2021

Physical

Volume 85.92 cm³ 80.77 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.53 "/g 2.99 "/g
Weight 182 g 204 g
Height 156.8 mm 146.7 mm
Width 72.1 mm 71.5 mm
Thickness 7.6 mm 7.7 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Blue
  • Aurora
  • Purple
  • Stellar Black
  • Silver
  • Gold
  • Graphite
  • Sierra Blue
  • Alpine Green

Display

Screen Size 6.43 " 6.1 "
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1170 x 2532
Aspect Ratio 20:9 19.5:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 88.3 % 87.1 %
Pixel Density 409 PPI 460 PPI
Refresh Rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Typical Brightness 430 nits N/A
HBM Brightness 600 nits 1000 nits
Peak Brightness 750 nits 1200 nits

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 104.00 mAh/in² 83.18 mAh/in²
Battery Density 50.05 mAh/cm³ 38.32 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 4300 mAh 3095 mAh
NFC Support Yes Yes
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 900 (6 nm) Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4x1.82 GHz Blizzard)
GPU Mali-G68 MC4 Apple GPU (5-core graphics)

Connectivity

USB Version 2.0 2.0
OTG Support 1
DisplayPort
DisplayPort Version N/A N/A
USB Features USB Type-C 2.0, OTG Lightning 2.0

Software

Operating System Android iOS
Initial OS Version 11 15
Maximum OS Version 12 18

Comparison Summary

1. Specification Breakdown

FeatureOppo Reno6 5GApple iPhone 13 ProReal-World Implications
Design156.8 × 72.1 × 7.6 mm, 182g146.7 × 71.5 × 7.7 mm, 204gOppo is slightly taller and lighter, while iPhone is more compact but heavier.
Display6.43" AMOLED, 1080x2400, 90Hz, 409 PPI6.1" OLED, 1170x2532, 120Hz, 460 PPIiPhone has a sharper, smoother display, but Oppo offers a larger screen.
PerformanceDimensity 900, 8/12GB RAM, 815K AnTuTuA15 Bionic, 6GB RAM, 1.3M AnTuTuiPhone is significantly faster, better for gaming and multitasking.
Camera (Main)50MP, f/1.8, 1/1.56" sensor12MP, f/1.5, 1/1.66" sensorOppo has higher resolution, but iPhone has better low-light performance.
Battery & Charging4500mAh, 65W fast charging3125mAh, 20W fast chargingOppo lasts longer and charges much faster. iPhone supports MagSafe wireless.
SoftwareAndroid 11 (up to 12)iOS 15 (up to 18)iPhone has longer software support and better optimization.
ExtrasNo MagSafe, 3.5mm jack (region-dependent)MagSafe, better build qualityiPhone has premium features like MagSafe, while Oppo lacks wireless charging.

2. Key Insights

Oppo Reno6 5G Strengths:

  • Bigger battery & faster charging (65W vs 20W)
  • Larger display (6.43" vs 6.1")
  • Higher-resolution camera (50MP vs 12MP)

iPhone 13 Pro Strengths:

  • Faster performance (A15 Bionic vs Dimensity 900)
  • Better display (120Hz, higher PPI, brighter)
  • Longer software support (iOS updates for 5+ years)
  • MagSafe & wireless charging

Trade-Offs:

  • Oppo has a bigger battery but iPhone optimizes power better.
  • iPhone has a smaller display but better color accuracy and brightness.

3. User Recommendations

Choose Oppo Reno6 5G if you:

  • Need longer battery life & fast charging.
  • Prefer a bigger screen for media consumption.
  • Want a budget-friendly flagship alternative.

Choose iPhone 13 Pro if you:

  • Want best-in-class performance & software support.
  • Need better low-light photography.
  • Prefer MagSafe & wireless charging.

4. Buying Decision Framework

Key Questions to Ask:

  1. Do you prioritize battery life or performance?
    • Oppo for battery, iPhone for speed.
  2. Do you care about software updates?
    • iPhone gets updates for 5+ years, Oppo for 2-3 years.
  3. Do you need wireless charging?
    • Only iPhone supports MagSafe & Qi charging.

Scenario-Based Picks:

  • Gamer/Performance UseriPhone 13 Pro (A15 Bionic)
  • Media LoverOppo Reno6 5G (bigger screen)
  • PhotographeriPhone 13 Pro (better low-light shots)

Final Verdict: iPhone 13 Pro Wins

While the Oppo Reno6 5G offers a bigger battery, faster charging, and a larger display, the iPhone 13 Pro is the better all-around device due to:
Superior performance (A15 Bionic)
Longer software support (iOS updates for years)
Better camera & display (120Hz, brighter, better low-light)
MagSafe & wireless charging

If budget allows, the iPhone 13 Pro is the smarter long-term investment. However, if you need a cheaper phone with fast charging and a big battery, the Oppo Reno6 5G is a solid alternative.

My Pick: iPhone 13 Pro (for performance, software, and camera).

Alex Griffin
Alex Griffin

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