Highlights
- The OnePlus 16 is tipped to feature a 185Hz LTPO OLED display with ultra‑narrow bezels, BOE panel and BT.2020 colour gamut support.
- Camera leaks suggest a 200MP periscope telephoto lens alongside 50MP primary and a dedicated AI button.
- Expected specs include Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, LPDDR6 RAM, 9,000mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging and IP68/IP69 durability.
OnePlus is reportedly preparing major upgrades for its next-gen flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16. Over the past few months, several leaks have revealed details about the device and a fresh report has now shed more light on its display and camera specifications.
OnePlus 16 – Possible Display Upgrades (Leaked)
Last year, OnePlus increased the display refresh rate to 165Hz on the OnePlus 15, and earlier rumours suggested that the upcoming OnePlus 16 could feature an even higher 240Hz refresh rate.
However, a new leak from tipster Smart Pikachu suggests the final refresh rate may be slightly lower but still significantly higher than most flagship smartphones currently available.
According to the latest leak, the OnePlus 16 is currently being tested with a 185Hz display featuring ultra-narrow bezels on all four sides.
OnePlus 16 – Key Specs (Leaked)
While the specifications are reportedly still in the engineering validation stage, the latest information suggests that the company is prioritising smoother display performance, improved imaging capabilities, and AI-driven enhancements for the OnePlus 16.
The smartphone is also tipped to include a 3x periscope telephoto camera powered by a 200-megapixel sensor.
The leaker has also claimed that the device may feature a dedicated AI button indicating that OnePlus could place greater focus on AI-powered features and shortcuts on its upcoming flagship.
Previous leaks have already revealed several other hardware details about the device. Reports suggest that the smartphone could feature a BOE-supplied 6.78-inch LTPO OLED display with support for the BT.2020 colour gamut and a custom touch control IC.
The phone is expected to be powered by Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. The processor may also bring support for next-generation LPDDR6 RAM.
For photography, the rear camera setup is expected to include a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and the rumoured 200-megapixel Samsung HP5 periscope telephoto camera.
Earlier reports also revealed that the OnePlus 16 may pack a massive 9,000mAh battery. Although charging specifications have not surfaced yet, the smartphone is expected to continue offering 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging support similar to the previous generation.
Other leaked features of the smartphone include an X-axis bionic vibration motor, symmetrical dual speakers, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner, and IP68/IP69-rated dust and water resistance.
FAQs
Q1. What display refresh rate is the OnePlus 16 expected to feature?
Answer. Leaks suggest the OnePlus 16 may come with a 185Hz LTPO OLED display, higher than the 165Hz refresh rate on the OnePlus 15.
Q2. What camera upgrades are tipped for the OnePlus 16?
Answer. The smartphone is rumoured to include a 200MP periscope telephoto lens, alongside 50MP primary and 50MP ultra‑wide sensors.
Q3. Which chipset will power the OnePlus 16?
Answer. Reports indicate it will use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro processor, with support for next‑gen LPDDR6 RAM.
