Highlights
- OnePlus 16 officially confirmed to debut upgraded gaming technologies for next-gen performance.
- A leaked teaser hints at a circular rear camera module, potentially replacing the square design of the OnePlus 15.
- Expected specs include Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, 6.78-inch LTPO OLED 185Hz display, around 9,000mAh battery with 100W wired/50W wireless charging and IP68/IP69 rating.
OnePlus 16’s leaked teaser image.
OnePlus has started teasing its next flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16, ahead of its expected launch in China. During the recently held Snapdragon Gaming Technology Showcase, OnePlus China Brand General Manager Liu Baoyou shared the first official details about the upcoming handset.
At the same time, a teaser image has surfaced online and shared an early glimpse of the phone’s possible design. Here’s everything we know about the upcoming OnePlus 16 so far.
OnePlus 16 Teased with Upgraded Gaming Tech
At the Snapdragon Gaming Technology Showcase, Liu Baoyou confirmed that OnePlus’ three proprietary gaming technologies such as Fengchi Gaming Kernel, Extreme High Refresh Rate, and Esports Triple-Chip are receiving major upgrades. These enhanced gaming features will make their debut on the upcoming OnePlus 16, which is expected to offer next-generation gaming performance.
Baoyou also spoke about OnePlus’ progress in mobile gaming and the company’s partnership with industry players to further improve the high-frame-rate gaming ecosystem.
He revealed that OnePlus recorded 13 percent year-on-year sales growth during the first half of 2026, making it the fastest-growing smartphone brand during the period.
Leaked Teaser Hints at Circular Camera Module
Alongside the official announcement, a leaked poster of the OnePlus 16 has also appeared on social media. The teaser suggests that the smartphone could bring back a circular rear camera module and replace the square camera design introduced with the OnePlus 15. Notably, the OnePlus 13 also featured a circular camera island.
However, it is worth noting that the authenticity of the teaser has not yet been verified.
That’s not all. An AI-generated render that is reportedly based on the teaser poster is also circulating online. The render suggests a design that closely resembles last year’s Realme GT 8 series. According to recent reports, the OnePlus 16 is expected to launch in China in early October.
OnePlus 16 Expected Specifications
Leaks suggest that the OnePlus 16 could feature a 6.78-inch LTPO OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, 185Hz refresh rate, and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor. The phone is also tipped to pack a battery of around 9,000mAh along with support for 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
The upcoming flagship is expected to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. Other rumoured features include Android 16-based ColorOS 17, an X-axis bionic vibration motor, symmetrical dual stereo speakers and IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance.
OnePlus has not officially announced the launch date or confirmed the complete specifications of the OnePlus 16. However, the latest teaser and official comments indicate that the flagship smartphone could make its debut in the coming weeks.
