Oppo Reno6 Lite vs Reno7 Lite: A Head-to-Head Comparison

Oppo's Reno series consistently delivers stylish phones with a focus on camera capabilities. The Reno6 Lite and Reno7 Lite are two popular options, but which one reigns supreme? This comprehensive comparison will break down the key differences to help you make the right choice.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Oppo Reno7 Lite emerges as the clear winner thanks to its more powerful Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, brighter display, and faster charging. While the Reno6 Lite remains a decent budget option, the Reno7 Lite offers a noticeable upgrade in performance and features.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo Reno6 Lite	Oppo Reno7 Lite

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 26, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28, 38, 41, 66	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands	-	1, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2022, January 17	2022, April 14
Status	Available. Released 2022, January 17	Available. Released 2022, June

Body
Build	-	Glass front, plastic frame, glass back
Dimensions	160.3 x 73.8 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.91 x 0.31 in)	159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 2.88 x 0.30 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	175 g (6.17 oz)	173 g (6.10 oz)
	-	IPX4, dust and water resistant RGB ring lights around the cameras (notifications, charging progress)

Display
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
Size	6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~84.4% screen-to-body ratio)	6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HDM), 800 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM6115 Snapdragon 662 (11 nm)	Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 610	Adreno 619
OS	Android 11, ColorOS 11.1	Android 11, ColorOS 12

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
	-	UFS 2.2

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm
Triple	48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	Panorama	HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1.0µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	Unspecified	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass

Battery
Charging	33W wired, 54% in 30 min	33W wired, PD, 31% in 15 min, 100% in 63 min Reverse wired
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	Li-Po 4500 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Rainbow Silver	Cosmic Black, Champagne Silver
Models	CPH2365	CPH2343
Price	About 380 EUR	About 350 EUR

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 125h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-28.5 LUFS (Average)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 315250 (v8), 376819 (v9) GeekBench: 1996 (v5.1) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Reno6 Lite

Sleek design
Decent camera
Affordable price

Older chipset
Lower brightness display
Slower charging

Oppo Reno7 Lite

Faster Snapdragon 695 5G chipset
Brighter display
5G connectivity
Faster charging

Slightly higher price
Infinite contrast ratio is nominal

Display Comparison

The Reno7 Lite boasts a significantly brighter display at 657 nits (measured) compared to the Reno6 Lite, offering better visibility in sunlight. While both have similar display technology (likely AMOLED), the Reno7 Lite's increased brightness provides a more vibrant and enjoyable viewing experience. The 'Infinite' contrast ratio mentioned for the Reno7 Lite is a nominal value and doesn't provide concrete data, but suggests excellent blacks.

Camera Comparison

Both phones likely feature similar camera setups (likely a 64MP main sensor), but the Reno7 Lite's improved image processing capabilities, thanks to the newer chipset, should result in slightly better image quality, especially in low-light conditions. Video recording capabilities are likely comparable, but the Reno7 Lite might offer slightly improved stabilization.

Performance

The Reno7 Lite's Snapdragon 695 5G chipset is a substantial upgrade over the Reno6 Lite's Snapdragon 662. The 6nm process offers improved efficiency and performance. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the Reno7 Lite. The CPU architecture differences also contribute to the Reno7 Lite's advantage.

Battery Life

Both phones have a similar battery capacity (likely around 4500mAh) and offer 33W fast charging. However, the Reno7 Lite's charging speeds are faster, reaching 31% in 15 minutes and 100% in 63 minutes, compared to the Reno6 Lite's 54% in 30 minutes. Both phones boast an endurance rating of 125h, suggesting similar battery life under moderate usage.

Buying Guide

The Oppo Reno6 Lite is a good choice for budget-conscious users who prioritize a sleek design and decent camera performance without needing 5G connectivity. The Oppo Reno7 Lite is ideal for users who want a faster processor, a brighter display, 5G capabilities, and quicker charging speeds, even if it means spending a bit more.