Motorola Signature vs OPPO Reno 16F
Our Verdict: The OPPO Reno 16F packs the bigger battery, 7000mAh against 5200mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Motorola Signature has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.6" and sharper at 449 PPI. The Motorola Signature is the lighter phone at 186g against 195g. Get the Motorola Signature if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the OPPO Reno 16F covers the basics for less.
Buying outright, the OPPO Reno 16F starts at £477 SIM-free.
Prices updated 13 July 2026
Motorola Signature
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OPPO Reno 16F
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| Screen | 6.8" | 6.57" |
| Display | LTPO AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780 | 1080 x 2372 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 397 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 7,000 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 | 158.2 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight | 186 grams | 195 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 | £477.00 |
| Prices updated 13 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16F?
The Motorola Signature has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the OPPO Reno 16F's 6.6", the Motorola Signature has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Motorola Signature uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the OPPO Reno 16F has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16F?
The Motorola Signature features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the OPPO Reno 16F 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 16F?
The OPPO Reno 16F is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £477.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Signature and OPPO Reno 16F?
The Motorola Signature is available in 512GB, while the OPPO Reno 16F comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Signature and OPPO Reno 16F use?
The Motorola Signature is powered by the Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm), while the OPPO Reno 16F uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16F?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Signature is lighter but the OPPO Reno 16F is more compact. It's 9g lighter at 186 grams, though the OPPO Reno 16F is actually the more compact phone at 158.2 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, the Motorola Signature is slimmer at 7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Signature or OPPO Reno 16F?
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 16F 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 16F run?
Both phones run Android 16.