OPPO Reno 16C vs Redmi Turbo 5

The OPPO Reno 16C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $499 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 44/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 877,641).

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno 16C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno 16C
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 65
Design 56
Value for money 75
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes OPPO Reno 16C better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 204g

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2813
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $499

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 2/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OPPO Reno 16C vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 10 points higher (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16C leads (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (43/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100). In the "design" category, the OPPO Reno 16C is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (93/100 vs 75/100).

OPPO Reno 16C: The OPPO Reno 16C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OPPO Reno 16C Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 877641 2809170
Geekbench Single 1011 1553
Geekbench Multi 2813 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2372 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1400 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69K IP68
Dimensions 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 204 g
Price $499 $250
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno 16C
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
OPPO Reno 16C
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2372
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno 16C
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OPPO Reno 16C and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OPPO Reno 16C MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy
44/100
877641 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100 +68.8%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads OPPO Reno 16C by 68.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
OPPO Reno 16C
$499
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $249. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $249.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (43/100 vs 2/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 16C significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (62/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OPPO Reno 16C is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 16C (93/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the OPPO Reno 16C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 16C and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The OPPO Reno 16C has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The OPPO Reno 16C leads on camera score (62/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 16C or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the OPPO Reno 16C over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The OPPO Reno 16C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.