What ppl typically believe:
Western aircraft are better are EW, radar & BVR.
Soviet/Chinese aircraft are better with WVR & maneuverability.
Reality of Chinese vs European 4th gen aircraft:
Rafales are better at WVR & maneuverability.
J-16s are better at EW, radar & BVR. Hence, why PLA would generally want to keep engagement @ longer range, utilize its LR AAM & EW to hit Rafales before they can pick that up.
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