OPPO Reno16 Series launches in China with bigger batteries, upgraded cameras

OPPO has launched the OPPO Reno16 Series in China, introducing the Reno16 and Reno16 Pro as its latest upper midrange smartphones. The new lineup brings upgrades in cameras, battery capacity, durability, and AI-based software features.

Why it Matters: The OPPO Reno16 Series reflects how the premium midrange smartphone space continues to become more competitive, especially for buyers who want flagship-like features without stepping into ultra-premium pricing.

The new devices continue OPPO’s push in the premium midrange segment, combining large batteries, high refresh rate displays, and more advanced camera hardware that were once more common in flagship smartphones.

OPPO Reno16 Pro

The OPPO Reno16 Pro features a 6.83-inch flat AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e processor paired with up to 16GB RAM and up to 512GB storage.

For cameras, it comes with a 50MP main camera, 50MP periscope telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom, 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP front camera.

It packs a 6,200mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC charging. The device also carries IP66, IP68, and IP69 dust and water resistance ratings.

OPPO Reno16 Pro Specs:

Display: 6.83-inch AMOLED display, 2800 × 1272 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9400e
RAM: 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X
Storage: 256GB / 512GB UFS 4.0
Rear Cameras: 50MP main (f/1.8, OIS), 50MP ultra-wide (f/2.0), 50MP periscope telephoto (f/2.8, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS)
Selfie Camera: 50MP (f/2.0, autofocus)
Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C
Other Features: In-display fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, IP66 / IP68 / IP69 dust and water resistance
OS: ColorOS 15
Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 6,200mAh, 80W SUPERVOOC
Colors: Heartbeat White, Dream Blue, Midnight Black

OPPO Reno16

Meanwhile, the standard OPPO Reno16 has a 6.59-inch flat AMOLED display with the same 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage.

Its rear camera setup includes a 50MP main camera, 50MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, alongside a 50MP selfie camera.

The Reno16 packs a larger 6,700mAh battery with the same 80W SUPERVOOC charging support. Like the Pro model, it also includes IP66, IP68, and IP69 durability ratings.

OPPO Reno16 Specs:

• Display: 6.59-inch AMOLED display, 2760 × 1256 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8350
• RAM: 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X
• Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 3.1
• Rear Cameras: 50MP main (f/1.8, OIS), 8MP ultra-wide (f/2.2), 50MP telephoto (f/2.8, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS)
• Selfie Camera: 50MP (f/2.0, autofocus)
• Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C
• Other Features: In-display fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, IP66 / IP68 / IP69 dust and water resistance
• OS: ColorOS 15
• Battery and Fast Charge Tech: 6,700mAh, 80W SUPERVOOC
• Colors: Heartbeat White, Galaxy Purple, Midnight Black

Both devices ship with ColorOS 15 and include several AI features for productivity, imaging, translation, and gaming.

In China, the OPPO Reno16 starts at CNY 3,499 (roughly PHP 32,000) for the 12GB/256GB variant, CNY 3,899 (around PHP 35,100) for 16GB/256GB, CNY 3,999 (about PHP 36,000) for 12GB/512GB, CNY 4,299 (roughly PHP 39,000) for 16GB/512GB, and CNY 4,899 (around PHP 44,200) for the 16GB/1TB model.

The OPPO Reno16 Pro, meanwhile, starts at CNY 4,499 (roughly PHP 41,000) for the 12GB/256GB variant, CNY 4,899 (around PHP 44,000) for 12GB/512GB, and CNY 5,299 (roughly PHP 48,000) for the 16GB/512GB model.

OPPO has yet to announce Philippine pricing and availability, but based on previous Reno series launches, the OPPO Reno16 Series may arrive in the Philippines in the coming months. Will these be worth waiting for?