Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G (Snapdragon) vs Xiaomi 11T Pro: The Ultimate Showdown

The mid-range smartphone market is fiercely competitive, and the Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G (Snapdragon) and Xiaomi 11T Pro are two strong contenders. Both offer impressive features and performance, but cater to slightly different needs. Let's dive into a detailed comparison to help you decide which one deserves your money.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Xiaomi 11T Pro takes the lead with its significantly faster 120W charging and slightly more powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset. However, the Reno6 Pro 5G offers excellent value and a refined design. Ultimately, the 11T Pro is for power users, while the Reno6 Pro is a great all-rounder.

PHONES
Phone Names Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G (Snapdragon) Xiaomi 11T Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 661, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 66
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Launch
Announced2021, September 092021, September 15
StatusAvailable. Released 2021, September 09Available. Released 2021, October 05
Body
BuildGlass front, aluminum frame, glass backGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame, glass back
Dimensions160.8 x 72.5 x 8 mm (6.33 x 2.85 x 0.31 in)164.1 x 76.9 x 8.8 mm (6.46 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight188 g (6.63 oz)204 g (7.20 oz)
 -IP53, dust and splash resistant
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
Size6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~88.8% screen-to-body ratio)6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HDR), 1100 nits (peak)AMOLED, Dolby Vision, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak)
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585)Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
GPUAdreno 650Adreno 660
OSAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12, ColorOS 12Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, MIUI 14
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal256GB 12GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesColor spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panoramaDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Quad50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 16 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm 2 MP (macro)-
Single32 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Triple-108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto macro), 1/5.0", 1.12µm, AF
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps; gyro-EIS, HDR8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960, HDR10+, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesPanorama-
Single32 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS1080p@30/60fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -Tuned by Harman Kardon 24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Infrared port-Yes
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
Battery
Charging65W wired 5W reverse wired120W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 72% in 10 min, 100% in 17 min
TypeLi-Po 4500 mAhLi-Po 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsArctic Blue, Lunar GreyMeteorite Gray, Moonlight White, Celestial Blue
ModelsCPH22472107113SG, 2107113SI, 2107113SR
PriceAbout 230 EUR€ 139.00 / $ 185.21 / £ 189.99 / ₹ 39,999
SAR-0.78 W/kg (head)     0.49 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life Endurance rating 108h Endurance rating 92h
Camera Photo / Video Photo / Video
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker -27.1 LUFS (Good) -26.3 LUFS (Good)
Performance AnTuTu: 671577 (v9) GeekBench: 2941 (v5.1) GFXBench: 49fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)-

Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G (Snapdragon)

  • Excellent portrait mode
  • Stylish design
  • Good battery life (108h endurance)
  • 65W fast charging
  • Natural color reproduction

  • Slightly less powerful chipset than 11T Pro
  • Lower peak brightness than 11T Pro
  • Charging speed slower than 11T Pro

Xiaomi 11T Pro

  • Faster Snapdragon 888 chipset
  • Blazing-fast 120W charging (17 min to 100%)
  • Higher peak brightness (837 nits)
  • Good performance in bright light
  • Wider ultrawide lens

  • Design less premium than Reno6 Pro
  • Battery endurance slightly lower
  • Can get warm under heavy load

Display Comparison

Both phones feature excellent AMOLED displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. The Xiaomi 11T Pro boasts a slightly higher peak brightness of 837 nits compared to the Reno6 Pro's 780 nits, resulting in better outdoor visibility. Both have infinite contrast ratios, providing deep blacks and vibrant colors. The difference in brightness is noticeable but not drastic.

Camera Comparison

Both phones offer versatile camera systems. The Reno6 Pro 5G is known for its excellent portrait mode and natural-looking color reproduction. The Xiaomi 11T Pro excels in bright light conditions and offers more detail in its photos. Video recording capabilities are comparable, with both phones supporting 4K recording at 60fps. The 11T Pro's ultrawide lens is slightly wider, offering a broader field of view.

Performance

The Xiaomi 11T Pro's Snapdragon 888 offers a noticeable performance edge over the Reno6 Pro's Snapdragon 870. While both are capable of handling demanding games and multitasking, the 888 provides smoother performance and better sustained speeds, especially under heavy load. The 11T Pro's cooling system also appears to be more effective.

Battery Life

The Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G holds a slight advantage in battery endurance, boasting an impressive 108h endurance rating compared to the Xiaomi 11T Pro's 92h. However, the Xiaomi 11T Pro's 120W charging is a game-changer, allowing it to charge from 0% to 100% in just 17 minutes – a significant advantage over the Reno6 Pro's 65W charging.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G (Snapdragon)? Users prioritizing a balanced experience with a stylish design, good camera performance, and reliable battery life. Who should buy the Xiaomi 11T Pro? Those who demand the fastest charging speeds, top-tier performance, and don't mind a slightly less premium feel.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Which phone has better gaming performance?
The Xiaomi 11T Pro, with its Snapdragon 888, generally offers better gaming performance, especially in demanding titles.
❓ Is the Xiaomi 11T Pro worth the extra cost?
If fast charging and top-tier performance are your priorities, then yes. Otherwise, the Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G provides excellent value for its price.