- OnePlus 16 is arriving later this year and we already know key specs the phone will bring to the table.
- OnePlus 16 is speculated to include a 200MP periscope telephoto snapper, a higher 200Hz refresh rate display and a 9000mAh battery pack.
- The aim is to give OnePlus 16 dominance over its competitors such as upcoming iPhone 18 series, Samsung Galaxy S26 series, etc.
The OnePlus 16 is nowhere around the corner, however, it seems that leaks are already abundant. It has been just a few months since the OnePlus 15, but the upcoming flagship iteration appears to be a major step forward, featuring a 200MP periscope telephoto camera, a hefty 9,000mAh battery, and a 200Hz display, to name a few. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it? Let’s get to the bottom of what’s cooking.
OnePlus 16 specs sheet leaked, revealing key specs
According to Digital Chat Station (DCS) via Weibo, whose reputation precedes it, OnePlus is planning to roll out a 200MP periscope telephoto camera on the OnePlus 16. This is no ordinary sensor, as the purported sensor size is 1/1.x-inch, compared to the 1/2.76-inch 50MP shooter on the OnePlus 15. This wouldn’t just give the device a massive camera but would also translate into better zoom hardware, improved low-light capability, and better detail retention.
Moving on, the OnePlus 16 is speculated to arrive with a 200Hz display. To put things into perspective, the OnePlus 15 has a 165Hz refresh rate, which is already higher than average for a flagship device. While a 200Hz refresh rate appears impressive, you might not be able to get the most out of it since most apps and games run at much lower frame rates. It could be a marketing move, though we’ll have to wait and see how practical it actually is.
OnePlus 16 brings a power system like no other
One of the standout features expected on the OnePlus 16 is its battery system. According to another tipster, Old Chen Air, the device may feature a 9,000mAh battery pack, similar to the OnePlus Turbo series. No doubt, the Chinese manufacturer will use its Glacier battery technology to introduce such a large battery without significantly affecting the form factor.
This would be a substantial jump from the OnePlus 15’s 7,300mAh battery, and it’s certainly impressive. The phone is also expected to be paired with around 120W fast charging technology. It remains to be seen what the final OnePlus 16 specs sheet will look like once the device officially launches.
The OnePlus 16 is expected to pack a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 SoC. Combined with the ultra-high refresh rate display, massive battery, and 200MP rear camera, the phone appears ready to assert its dominance once again. Stay tuned for more news on the upcoming OnePlus 16.
