Oppo Reno15 vs Motorola Edge 30 Pro: A Head-to-Head Flagship Showdown

The Oppo Reno15 and Motorola Edge 30 Pro represent compelling options in the increasingly competitive flagship space. The Reno15 leverages MediaTek’s Dimensity 8450, focusing on efficient performance and blazing-fast charging, while the Edge 30 Pro opts for Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, aiming for raw power and a more established brand presence. This comparison dissects their key differences to determine which device delivers the best overall experience.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For the average user prioritizing sustained performance and incredibly fast charging, the Oppo Reno15 emerges as the winner. Its Dimensity 8450, coupled with 80W charging, offers a smoother, more efficient experience than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the Edge 30 Pro, which can suffer from thermal throttling under heavy load.

PHONES
Phone Names Oppo Reno15 Motorola Edge 30 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - InternationalHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 - China1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 - International
5G bands1, 3, 5, 8, 18, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat20 2000/150 Mbps, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 -2, 5, 7, 12, 25, 26, 29, 30, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA
Launch
Announced2025, November 172022, January 24
StatusAvailable. Released 2025, November 21Available. Released 2022, March 04
Body
BuildGlass front, aluminum alloy frame, glass backGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame
Dimensions151.2 x 72.4 x 8 mm (5.95 x 2.85 x 0.31 in)163.1 x 76 x 8.8 mm (6.42 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight187 g (6.60 oz)196 g (6.91 oz)
 -Water-repellent design
Display
ProtectionReinforced glassCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1216 x 2640 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density)
Size6.32 inches, 97.9 cm2 (~89.5% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~87.4% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR10+, 600 nits (typ), 1800 nits (HBM), 3600 nits (peak)OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+
 -Always-on display
Platform
CPUOcta-core 3.25 GHzOcta-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 8450 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPUMali-G720 MC7Adreno 730
OSAndroid 16, ColorOS 16Android 12, upgradable to Android 14
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 -UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesColor spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panoramaDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Triple200 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 0.5µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.8, 85mm (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 16mm, 116˚ (ultrawide), AF50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.55", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF Auxiliary lens
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, HDR8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, 10-bit HDR10+, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesPanorama, HDRHDR
Single50 MP, f/2.0, 18mm, 100˚ (ultrawide), AF60 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.8", 0.61µm
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps
Sound
3.5mm jack -No
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 55.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSSGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, DisplayPort 1.4
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-bandWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
 -Ready For support
Battery
Charging80W wired, 13.5W PD, 44W UFCS, 55W PPS Reverse wired68W wired, 50% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min 15W wireless 5W reverse wireless
Type6200 mAhLi-Po 4800 mAh
Misc
ColorsBlue, Brown, WhiteCosmos Blue, Stardust White
ModelsPLW110XT2201-1
PriceAbout 360 EUR€ 475.45
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 80h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -24.2 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 941895 (v9) GeekBench: 3658 (v5.1) GFXBench: 78fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Reno15

  • Significantly faster 80W wired charging
  • Potentially better thermal management with Dimensity 8450
  • More versatile charging standards (PD, UFCS, PPS)

  • Battery capacity and display specs are unknown
  • Lacks wireless charging

Motorola Edge 30 Pro

  • Wireless charging support (15W)
  • Established brand recognition
  • Good peak brightness (685 nits)

  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 prone to thermal throttling
  • Slower wired charging compared to Reno15
  • Limited information on camera capabilities

Display Comparison

Both devices lack detailed display specifications beyond the Motorola Edge 30 Pro’s measured 685 nits peak brightness and infinite contrast ratio. Given the Reno15’s positioning, it likely features a high-quality AMOLED panel, but without refresh rate or resolution details, it’s difficult to assess. The Edge 30 Pro’s brightness is respectable, ensuring good visibility outdoors, but the Reno15 may offer a more color-accurate display based on Oppo’s display tuning history. The absence of LTPO on either device suggests neither will dynamically adjust refresh rates for optimal power saving.

Camera Comparison

Both phones are listed as having 'Photo / Video' capabilities, offering minimal insight. Without sensor size, aperture, or specific features, a detailed comparison is impossible. However, Motorola typically focuses on computational photography, while Oppo often emphasizes natural color reproduction. The absence of details suggests neither phone boasts a standout camera system, likely targeting a similar mid-range flagship experience. We can assume both will offer capable daylight performance, but low-light capabilities remain unknown.

Performance

The core of the difference lies in the chipsets. The Motorola Edge 30 Pro’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm) boasts a Cortex-X2 prime core clocked at 3.00 GHz, alongside Cortex-A710 and A510 cores. However, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is known for thermal throttling under sustained load. The Oppo Reno15’s Dimensity 8450 (4nm) utilizes an octa-core configuration clocked at 3.25 GHz. While the Snapdragon has a higher-clocked prime core, the Dimensity 8450’s architecture and 4nm process generally result in better thermal efficiency, translating to more consistent performance during extended gaming sessions. Both utilize LPDDR5x RAM, but the specific speed isn't provided.

Battery Life

The Motorola Edge 30 Pro has an endurance rating of 80 hours, suggesting a reasonably sized battery. However, the actual capacity is not specified. The Reno15’s battery capacity is also unknown, but its charging capabilities are a significant advantage. The Reno15 supports 80W wired charging, 13.5W PD, 44W UFCS, and 55W PPS, offering unparalleled flexibility and speed. The Edge 30 Pro’s 68W wired charging (50% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min) is fast, but slower than the Reno15. The Edge 30 Pro also includes 15W wireless and 5W reverse wireless charging, features absent on the Reno15.

Buying Guide

Buy the Oppo Reno15 if you need a phone that consistently delivers smooth performance throughout the day, coupled with the fastest charging speeds available. It’s ideal for power users who frequently game, stream, or multitask. Buy the Motorola Edge 30 Pro if you prioritize a more recognizable brand and potentially slightly higher peak performance in short bursts, and value the inclusion of 15W wireless charging.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the Motorola Edge 30 Pro overheat during prolonged gaming sessions?
Yes, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is known to experience thermal throttling under sustained load. While the Edge 30 Pro likely has cooling mechanisms, it may still exhibit performance drops during extended gaming or demanding tasks. The Oppo Reno15’s Dimensity 8450 is generally more efficient and less prone to overheating.
❓ What charging protocols does the Oppo Reno15 support, and how does this impact compatibility with different chargers?
The Reno15 supports a wide range of charging protocols including 80W wired, 13.5W PD, 44W UFCS, and 55W PPS. This ensures compatibility with a vast array of chargers, allowing you to leverage existing USB-C PD chargers for slower charging or utilize a compatible 80W charger for maximum speed. The UFCS and PPS support further enhance compatibility with Oppo's proprietary charging ecosystem.
❓ Is the lack of wireless charging on the Oppo Reno15 a significant drawback?
For users heavily reliant on wireless charging, the absence of this feature on the Reno15 is a notable omission. However, the Reno15’s incredibly fast 80W wired charging significantly reduces the need for wireless charging, as topping up the battery is exceptionally quick.