OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16, in the Chinese market. Succeeding the OnePlus 15, this new device introduces significant hardware enhancements, placing a strong emphasis on battery capacity and display refresh rate, alongside advancements in camera technology and overall performance. The OnePlus 16 is poised to attract users who require extended battery life for gaming, video streaming, and intensive daily tasks.
Key Features and Specifications
The OnePlus 16 boasts a vibrant 6.78-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display, offering a resolution of 1,272 x 2,772 pixels. It delivers up to 2,000 nits of local peak brightness and an ultra-smooth 185Hz refresh rate, ensuring an immersive visual experience. Under the hood, the device is powered by the cutting-edge 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, coupled with an Adreno 850 GPU, promising top-tier performance for demanding applications and games.
Running on ColorOS 17, based on Android 17, the OnePlus 16 offers a refined user experience. Memory configurations reach an impressive 16GB of RAM, while storage options extend up to a generous 1TB, providing ample space for apps, media, and files.
Advanced Camera System
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the OnePlus 16's sophisticated rear camera setup. It features a high-resolution 200-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) for crisp, clear shots. Complementing this is a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 50-megapixel telephoto camera, which offers 3x optical zoom and an astounding 120x digital zoom for capturing distant subjects. For selfies and video calls, a capable 50-megapixel front camera is integrated. The device also supports 4K video recording at 60 frames per second.
Massive Battery and Rapid Charging
A standout feature of the OnePlus 16 is its substantial 9,000mAh battery, designed to provide prolonged usage. This large battery is supported by rapid charging technologies, including 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, ensuring minimal downtime. Additional features include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for secure authentication, and robust dust and water resistance ratings (IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K).
The smartphone is available in three distinct color options: Tomorrow’s Star, Martian Masterpiece, and Dark Forest.
Pricing and Availability
The OnePlus 16 is available in China with various configurations and pricing:
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: CNY 5,999 (approximately ₹85,000)
- 12GB RAM + 512GB storage: CNY 6,799 (approximately ₹97,000)
- 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: CNY 7,499 (approximately ₹1,07,000)
- 16GB RAM + 1TB storage: CNY 8,499 (approximately ₹1,21,000)
Sales for the OnePlus 16 commenced in China on October 13, 2026, via Oppo’s online store. However, OnePlus has not yet announced an official launch date or pricing details for the Indian market.