OPPO Reno16c 5G vs TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G
Key differences
- The OPPO Reno16c 5G launched ₹3,000 cheaper than the TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G (₹46,999 vs ₹49,999).
- The OPPO Reno16c 5G has the bigger battery: 7,000mAh against 6,500mAh.
- The OPPO Reno16c 5G charges faster, at 80W wired against 45W.
- Only the OPPO Reno16c 5G has a dedicated telephoto camera.
- The TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G has the faster display at 144Hz.
Full specifications compared
| Specification | OPPO Reno16c 5G | TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 7.7/10 | 7.6/10 |
| Brand | OPPO | TECNO |
| Model | Reno16c 5G | POVA 8 Pro 5G |
| India launch date | 2 July 2026 | 18 August 2026 |
| First sale | Not published | 21 August 2026 |
| Launch price | From ₹46,999 | From ₹49,999 |
| Variants | 8GB RAM + 128GB · 8GB RAM + 256GB · 12GB RAM + 256GB | 8GB RAM + 256GB · 12GB RAM + 512GB |
| Display | 6.57", AMOLED, 2372x1080, 120Hz | 6.78", HyperLux AMOLED, 2644x1208, 144Hz, 4,500 nits peak |
| Screen protection | Crystal Guard | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB |
| Rear camera | 8MP ultrawide + 50MP main + 50MP telephoto | 50MP main + 8MP main |
| Front camera | 50MP | 13MP |
| Rear video | 4K@30 | Not published |
| Front video | 4K@30 | Not published |
| Battery | 7,000mAh | 6,500mAh |
| Wired charging | 80W | 45W |
| Wireless charging | Not published | Not published |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | No | Not published |
| Operating system | ColorOS 16.0 | Android 16, HiOS 16 |
| OS updates promised | Not published | Not published |
| Water/dust rating | Not published | Not published |
| Weight | Not published | 189 g |
| Thickness | Not published | 7.39 mm |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| USB | USB-C | USB Type-C |
| Fingerprint | optical in-display | in-display |
| Colours | Not published | Arc White, Graphite Black, Tundra Green |
Frequently asked questions
OPPO Reno16c 5G or TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G — which is better?
On our spec score the OPPO Reno16c 5G is ahead, 7.7/10 against 7.6/10. Spec score = processor tier 30% + camera hardware 25% + display 15% + battery and charging 15% + promised software updates 15%, calculated from the official specifications. It is not a hands-on review. The OPPO Reno16c 5G launched ₹3,000 cheaper than the TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G (₹46,999 vs ₹49,999). The OPPO Reno16c 5G has the bigger battery: 7,000mAh against 6,500mAh.