Motorola Signature vs OPPO Reno 16

Our Verdict: Motorola Signature builds the stronger case than OPPO Reno 16 on the table: Motorola Signature gives you the larger screen at 6.8" versus 6.31"; Motorola Signature is lighter at 186 grams versus 188 grams. OPPO Reno 16 still has a useful counterpoint: OPPO Reno 16 has the sharper display at 461 PPI versus 449; OPPO Reno 16 lists the larger battery at 6,700 mAh versus 5,200 mAh. Choose Motorola Signature for the stronger feature mix; choose OPPO Reno 16 if the lower current cost matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the OPPO Reno 16 is the cheaper buy at £697 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.1
10 reviews
4.1
4 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.31"
Display
LTPO AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1264 x 2780 1216 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
449 461
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
5,200 mAh 6,700 mAh
Storage
512GB 512GB
OS
Android 16 Android 16
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
162.1 x 76.4 x 7 mm 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm
Weight
186 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi
Contracts
£19.99/mo (£319.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£897.00 £697.00

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Motorola Signature Motorola Signature OPPO Reno 16 OPPO Reno 16
Expert Rating 4.1
10 reviews
4.1
4 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.31"
Display LTPO AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1264 x 2780 1216 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 449 461
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 5,200 mAh 6,700 mAh
Storage 512GB 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 162.1 x 76.4 x 7 mm 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm
Weight 186 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi
Contracts £19.99/mo
£319.00 upfront
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SIM-free £897.00 £697.00
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Signature
Motorola Signature

24 Months

512GB

Carbon Black

200GB

Data

£19.99 per month, £319 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

OPPO Reno 16
OPPO Reno 16

512GB

Purple Black

From £699

Use code: CASH2 (£2)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16?

The Motorola Signature has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the OPPO Reno 16's 6.3", the OPPO Reno 16 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 449, and the Motorola Signature uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the OPPO Reno 16 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16?

The Motorola Signature features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the OPPO Reno 16 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16?

The OPPO Reno 16 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £697.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Signature and OPPO Reno 16?

The Motorola Signature is available in 512GB, while the OPPO Reno 16 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Motorola Signature and OPPO Reno 16 use?

The Motorola Signature is powered by the Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm), while the OPPO Reno 16 uses the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16?

The OPPO Reno 16 is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (186 grams vs 188 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 151.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm, the Motorola Signature is slimmer at 7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16?

The Motorola Signature is rated IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min, while the OPPO Reno 16 is rated IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi.

What operating system do the Motorola Signature and OPPO Reno 16 run?

Both phones run Android 16.