Motorola Edge 70 Max vs OPPO Reno16
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the OPPO Reno16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $500 and $470. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6700); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 2,078,850); the OPPO Reno16 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
OPPO Reno16
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 2078850
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $500
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the OPPO Reno16, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 leads (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, OPPO Reno16 — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (64/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | OPPO Reno16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 2078850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $470 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
OPPO Reno16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OPPO Reno16
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
OPPO Reno16
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and OPPO Reno16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads OPPO Reno16 by 47.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. OPPO Reno16 was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the OPPO Reno16 (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (64/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the OPPO Reno16?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max edges out the OPPO Reno16 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the OPPO Reno16?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OPPO Reno16 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the OPPO Reno16?
The OPPO Reno16 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the OPPO Reno16?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the OPPO Reno16?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The OPPO Reno16 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.