Highlights
- OnePlus may unveil both the OnePlus 15 and Ace 6 in October changing the staggered release strategy.
- OnePlus 15 could feature a 6.78″ LTPO 2K OLED display with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 and 100W charging.
- The Ace 6 may offer 165Hz refresh and a 7,800mAh battery.
It appears OnePlus is changing its launch strategy. A new leak suggests that the company might take a different approach this year.
OnePlus has typically launched its flagship and Ace-branded sub-flagship phones in China in separate phases toward the end of each year. For instance, the OnePlus 13 was introduced in October, followed by the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro in December. However, this usual schedule is reportedly changing this year.
OnePlus 15 and Ace 6 May Launch Together
According to a recent post by popular tipster Digital Chat Station on Chinese app Weibo, both the OnePlus 15 and Ace 6 are now tipped to launch in October, hinting at a possible joint unveiling. This could mean that the Ace 6 Pro might either launch later or potentially be skipped entirely.
Multiple previous reports have already confirmed that OnePlus is currently working on its next flagship the OnePlus 15. This was earlier expected to debut in October in China and it is likely to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset.
As for the Ace 6 series, it was confirmed that the series will arrive with two models, the Ace 6 and Ace 6 Pro. These were previously expected to launch around November or December.
But like we mentioned above, tipster Digital Chat Station now points to a shift in plans.
The tipster also mentioned that these upcoming OnePlus devices may debut ahead of the Redmi K90 series, implying direct competition between the two lineups.
OnePlus Ace 6 and OnePlus 15 – What to Expect?
In a previous leak, DCS revealed that the OnePlus Ace 6 could feature a 6.83-inch flat OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. It will likely be powered by a Snapdragon 8 series chip and may include features such as an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, a metal middle frame, a large 7,800mAh battery, and an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
The OnePlus 13, 13T, and Ace 5 Pro were all powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. With the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, OnePlus may reconsider its strategy, possibly skipping the Ace 6 Pro altogether, though this remains speculative for now.
As for the OnePlus 15, leaks suggest it will sport a 6.78-inch flat OLED LTPO 2K display with ultra-slim bezels on all sides. It is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 and may come with a 7,000mAh+ battery supporting 100W wired and wireless charging.
Additional rumoured features include a Plus key (side-mounted button), metal middle frame, ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, 0916 x-axis linear vibration motor and IP68/69-rated durability.
Meanwhile, OnePlus is also expected to launch the OnePlus 15T in Q1 2026.
FAQs
Q1. When are the OnePlus 15 and Ace 6 expected to launch?
Answer. According to a recent post by popular tipster Digital Chat Station, both the OnePlus 15 and Ace 6 are now tipped to launch in October, hinting at a possible joint unveiling.
Q2. What display and battery features might the OnePlus Ace 6 and OnePlus 15 offer?
Answer. The OnePlus Ace 6 could feature a 6.83-inch flat OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. OnePlus 15 may come with a 7,000mAh+ battery supporting 100W wired and wireless charging.
Q3. Will there be an Ace 6 Pro model this year?
Answer. This could mean that the Ace 6 Pro might either launch later or potentially be skipped entirely.
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