Highlights
- OnePlus 16 launched in China starting at CNY 5,999 (about ₹86,000) for the 12GB/256GB variant, with sales beginning October 13, 2026.
- The key upgrades include Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 (2nm), a 6.78‑inch 185Hz LTPO OLED display, and a 9,000mAh Glacier Battery with 100W wired + 50W wireless charging.
- The phone also features a 200MP + 50MP + 50MP triple rear camera, 50MP front camera, advanced gaming hardware, and multiple IP ratings; India launch remains unconfirmed.
OnePlus has launched the OnePlus 16 in China at a starting price of at CNY 5,999 (approximately ₹86,000) for the base 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The new flagship brings three major upgrades including Qualcomm’s 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, a 6.78-inch 185Hz LTPO OLED display and a 9,000mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging support. Here’s everything you need to know about the new OnePlus flagship.
OnePlus 16 Price in China, Sale Date and Variants
The OnePlus 16 will go on sale in China on October 13, 2026 through the OPPO online store. The flagship smartphone is available in four RAM and storage configurations in China. The top-end model offers 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage, while the base variant comes with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
Here are the prices of all variants:
| Memory Variants | Price In China | Approx in INR |
| 12GB + 256GB | CNY 5,999 | approx INR 86,000 |
| 12GB + 512GB | CNY 6,799 | approx INR 97,000 |
| 16GB + 512GB | CNY 7,499 | approx INR 1,07,000 |
| 16GB + 1TB | CNY 8,499 | approx INR 1,21,000 |
The company has also introduced accessories for the handset, including a SUPERVOOC 67W Pocket Charger Super Flash Charge 10,000 display power bank priced at CNY 229 and an Aramid Fiber Magnetic Protective Case priced at CNY 199.
As for colours, OnePlus 16 is available in three colour options named Tomorrow’s Star, Martian Masterpiece and Dark Forest.
OnePlus 16 Specifications and Features
The OnePlus 16 comes with a high-refresh-rate OLED display, Qualcomm’s latest flagship processor, a triple rear camera system and a large battery. It also includes several gaming-focused hardware features, fast charging options and multiple dust and water resistance ratings.
Here is a look at the key specifications of the OnePlus 16.
| Spces | OnePlus 16 Specs Detail |
| Display | 6.78″ BOE X4 1.5K 185Hz LTPO OLED Flat Display, 2000nits HBM, 3840Hz PWM Dimming, OPPO Crystal Shield Glass, 1.15mm Bezels |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 (2nm) |
| RAM and Storage Type | LPDDR5X Ultra + UFS 4.1 |
| Rear Camera | 200MP + 50MP + 50MP |
| Front Camera | 50MP |
| Battery | 9,000mAh |
| Charging | 50W Wireless Charging, 27W Wired Reverse Charging + Reverse Wireless Charging |
| OS | Android 17 & ColorOS 17 |
| IP Rating | IP69K/69/68/66 |
| Dimensions | 161.42 x 76.67 x 8.55 mm |
| Weight | about 220g |
OnePlus 16 Display and Gaming Features
The OnePlus 16 features a 6.78-inch BOE X4 LTPO OLED flat display with 1.5K resolution. The panel supports a refresh rate of up to 185Hz in China, while the global version is listed with a 165Hz refresh rate. The higher refresh rate is designed to deliver smoother scrolling, animations and gameplay, particularly in supported games.
The display offers a high-brightness mode (HBM) of up to 2,000 nits, while its reported maximum manual brightness is 1,000 nits. It also supports 3,840Hz PWM dimming, which is designed to help reduce visible flickering at lower brightness levels. Another highlight is the panel’s slim design with bezels measuring just 1.15mm. The screen is protected by OPPO Crystal Shield Glass.
For performance, the OnePlus 16 uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset built on a 2nm process. It is paired with LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, providing a combination of high-speed memory and storage for demanding applications and games.
The phone also includes several dedicated gaming technologies –
- Fengchi Game Core: Designed to support gaming performance
- 6428mm² VC cooling system: Helps manage heat during demanding workloads
- Super Display Chip P4: Supports the phone’s display and gaming experience
- E-sports Network Chip G3: Designed to improve network performance during gaming
- Lingxi Touch Chip T3: Focuses on touch response
- 800Hz gyroscope: Supports responsive motion sensing
- OPPO Glacier Battery Energy Concentration Chip: Designed to improve battery energy management
OnePlus 16 Camera Features
The OnePlus 16 features a triple rear camera setup, headlined by a 200-megapixel Samsung HPE primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS). The camera system also includes a 50MP OV50D ultra-wide camera and a 50MP Sony IMX882 periscope telephoto camera for different shooting scenarios.
The 200-megapixel primary sensor is designed to capture detailed images, while the ultra-wide camera offers a wider field of view for landscapes and group shots. The 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera provides 3x optical zoom for photographing distant subjects.
For selfies and video calls, the phone has a 50-megapixel front camera. The OnePlus 16 also features the LUMO Image Engine, which is designed to support image processing and improve the overall photography experience.
OnePlus 16 Battery and Charging
Battery capacity is one of the biggest highlights of the OnePlus 16. The flagship packs a 9,000mAh Glacier Battery that also supports fast wired and wireless charging along with reverse charging options. The phone supports 100W SUPERVOOC wired charging and 50W wireless charging. It can also charge other compatible devices through 27W wired reverse charging and wireless reverse charging.
The OPPO Glacier Battery Energy Concentration Chip is designed to help improve battery energy management. Meanwhile, bypass charging allows power to be directed to the phone’s system during supported usage scenarios, helping reduce the battery’s involvement in powering the device.
OnePlus 16 vs OnePlus 15: What’s New?
| OnePlus 16 | OnePlus 15 | |
| Display | 6.78″ BOE X4 1.5K 185Hz LTPO OLED Flat Display, 2000nits HBM, 3840Hz PWM Dimming, OPPO Crystal Shield Glass, 1.15mm Bezels | 6.78-inch (2772×1272 pixels) 1.5K AMOLED LTPO display with 1-120Hz intelligent switching, up to 165Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass Vicus 2 protection |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 (2nm) | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X Ultra | LPDDR5X |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.1 | UFS 4.1 |
| Rear Camera | 200MP Main + 50MP Ultra-wsie + 50MP Telephoto | 50MP Main + 50MP Ultra-wsie + 50MP Telephoto |
| Front Camera | 50MP | 32MP |
| Battery | 9000mAh | 7,300 mAh |
| Charging | 100W Wired, 50W Wireless | 120W SUPERVOOC |
| IP Rating | IP69K/69/68/66 | (IP66/68/69/69K |
Will OnePlus 16 Launch in India?
OnePlus has launched the OnePlus 16 in China but the company has not officially announced its India launch date or Indian pricing. The Chinese launch does not confirm that the smartphone will arrive in India with the same specifications, configurations or prices.
More information about the OnePlus 16’s India availability, local configurations and pricing is awaited. Until the company makes an official announcement, its launch timeline for the Indian market remains unconfirmed.
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