OnePlus is preparing its next flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16, with the company already confirming some major upgrades while a detailed specification leak has revealed several other expected features.
OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus 16 will support a 165Hz refresh rate across the system, rather than restricting the higher refresh rate to selected games or applications. The company has also confirmed that the smartphone will run ColorOS 17 based on Android 17.
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Key Highlights
Important points readers should notice.
Issue/Event: OnePlus 16 teased ahead of its expected launch.
Authority/Organisation: OnePlus.
Action Taken: OnePlus has confirmed 165Hz system-wide refresh rate and ColorOS 17 based on Android 17.
Impact: Leaked specifications suggest major upgrades in battery capacity, camera hardware and flagship performance.
The company has not yet announced an official launch date. Reports indicate that the phone could be introduced in China in October, although the exact date and wider availability remain unconfirmed.
Meanwhile, tipster Digital Chat Station has reportedly shared a detailed specification sheet for the upcoming flagship. According to the leak, the OnePlus 16 could feature a 9,000mAh battery, 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The reported battery would represent a significant increase over the 7,300mAh battery used in the OnePlus 15.
The camera system is also expected to receive a major upgrade. The leaked specifications point to a 200MP primary camera, accompanied by a 50MP ultrawide camera and a 50MP periscope telephoto camera. A 50MP autofocus selfie camera is also tipped. These camera specifications have not yet been officially confirmed by OnePlus.
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Why This Matters
OnePlus is expected to announce more details ahead of the phone's launch. The company has not yet confirmed the exact launch date, final specifications, pricing or availability in individual markets. Reports currently point toward an October launch window in China.
On the performance side, reports have linked the phone with Qualcomm's next-generation flagship Snapdragon platform, referred to in leaks as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro/Extreme Gen 6. The final commercial chipset name and specifications remain subject to official confirmation.
The OnePlus 16 has also appeared in China's certification ecosystem, with a 3C listing reportedly indicating support for 100W wired charging. This adds further indication that the device is moving closer to its launch.
