Overview
Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
The OPPO Reno 16C is OPPO's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy, ram of 8 GB, storage of 128 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 46,999 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy |
| CPU | 2.5 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.57 inches, 2372 x 1080 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Operating System | Android v16 |
| Graphics | Arm Mali-G615@1.047GHz |
| Battery | 7000 mAh |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 80W SUPERVOOC Flash Charge |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) FOV 79°; 5P lens; AF supported; Supports 2-axis OIS 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) FOV 116°; 5P lens; AF supported 50 MP ƒ/2.8 (Telephoto) FOV 26°; 4P lens; AF supported; Supports 2-axis OIS |
| Front Camera | 50 MP Punch Hole |
| Resolution | 2372 x 1080 pixels |
| Model | CPH2859, Reno16c 5G |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | July 02, 2026 |
| Dimensions | 74.9 x 158.2 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 197 g |
| Colors | Stellar Purple, Twilight Violet, Starry White |
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (1.07 b Colors) |
| Touch | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Ppi | ~ 397 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 89.1% |
| Glass Type | Crystal Guard+AMOLED |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot) |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| 5g | Yes |
| 5g Bands | n1/n3/n5/n8/n26/n28/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n77/n78 |
| Volte | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.4, SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| Usb | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| Usb Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging, USB Storage |
| Gps | Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Colour Temperature Sensor, E-compass, Accelerometer, Gyroscope |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min |
| Ip Rating | IP69K, IP69, IP68, IP66 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes |
| Extra Features | Cell Broadcast Service (CBS), Popout 2.0, Pop Cam, Digicam, Audio Sharing, O+ Connect, Live Space, Private Computing Cloud, OPPO Lock, Splash Touch |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Features | Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, SLO-MO, TIME-LAPSE, STICKER, HI-RES, Google Lens, Underwater, DOC SCANNER, POP, 4K video: 30 fps, 1080P video: 60 fps, 30 fps(with Retouch on), 720P video: 30 fps, 4K EIS/OIS video: 30 fps, 1080P EIS/OIS video: 60 fps, 30 fps(with Retouch on), 720P EIS/OIS video: 30 fps, 1080P SLO-MO video: 120 fps, 720P SLO-MO video: 240 fps, 1080P TIME-LAPSE: 30 fps, Supports Dual-view video shooting, Supports video zoom shooting: up to 3.5× optical zoom and 10× digital zoom |
| Video Recording | 4K, 1080p |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 4K, 1080p |
| Custom Ui | ColorOS 16.0 |
| Core Details | 4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Music | Yes |
| Video | Yes |
| Fm Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Sar | 0.92 W/kg (Head) 0.68 W/kg (Body) |
| In The Box | Phone×1, Charger×1, USB Data Cable×1, SIM Ejector Tool×1, Protective Case×1, Quick Guide |
| Brightness | Normal brightness: 600 nits(Typical) HBM: 1400 nits(Typical) |
| Ram Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) supported Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) supported 802.11a/b/g/n supported Wi-Fi Display supported WLAN Tethering supported |
| Ai Features | AI Snap Key, AI Mind Space9, AI Bill Manager, AI Mind Pilot, AI Menu Translation, AI HyperBoost 3.0, AI LinkBoost 4.0 |
| Ois | Yes |
| Audio Jack Type | 3.5mm |
| Reverse Charging | Yes |
| Color Gamut | Standard Mode: 100% DCI-P3 Natural Mode: 100% DCI-P3 |
| Gaming Features | FPS Game: 60 FPS, 5 Hours of Smooth High-FPS Gameplay, MOBA Game: 90 FPS, 5 Hours of Smooth High-FPS Gameplay |
| Vo5g | Yes |
Editor Verdict
4.0/5
Editorial rating
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Performance
4.5
Camera
4.0
Battery Backup
4.0
Display
4.0
Value for Money
4.5
Build Quality
4.0
Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
OPPO Reno 16C
This model |
Honor 30 Pro (8GB RAM + 256GB)
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Honor V30
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy | HiSilicon Kirin 990 | HiSilicon Kirin 990 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.57 inches, 2372 x 1080 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.57 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.57 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Graphics | Arm Mali-G615@1.047GHz | Mali-G76 MP16 | Mali-G76 MP16 |
| OS | Android v16 | Android v10.0 | Android v10.0 |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key specifications of OPPO Reno 16C?
Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy. RAM: 8 GB. Storage: 128 GB. Display: 6.57 inches, 2372 x 1080 pixels, 120 Hz. Resolution: 2372 x 1080 pixels. Operating System: Android v16.
What is the display of OPPO Reno 16C?
6.57 inches, 2372 x 1080 pixels, 120 Hz with 2372 x 1080 pixels resolution.
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