OPPO Reno16 FS vs OPPO Reno16c
The OPPO Reno16 FS (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the OPPO Reno16c (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy; launch prices were $549 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16c leads — 63/100 vs 61/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16c has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the OPPO Reno16 FS has NFC for contactless payments, the OPPO Reno16c doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 FS
OPPO Reno16c
What makes OPPO Reno16 FS better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 195g
- Better portability (58/100 vs 57/100)
What makes OPPO Reno16c better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $549
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 FS vs the OPPO Reno16c, the OPPO Reno16c scores 2 points higher (63/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c leads (68/100 vs 58/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 FS — 40/100, OPPO Reno16c — 48/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100. In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 FS and the OPPO Reno16c are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 FS | OPPO Reno16c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | 158.2×74.9×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $549 | $499 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 FS
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
OPPO Reno16c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 FS
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OPPO Reno16c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 FS
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16c
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 FS and OPPO Reno16c, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. OPPO Reno16c was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16c is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 FS and the OPPO Reno16c are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 FS or the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16c edges out the OPPO Reno16 FS by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 FS and the OPPO Reno16c?
The OPPO Reno16 FS has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the OPPO Reno16c — 63/100.
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 FS over the OPPO Reno16c?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the OPPO Reno16c (68/100 vs 58/100).