OnePlus 16 teaser surfaces as company confirms upgraded gaming features
OnePlus has started building hype for the upcoming OnePlus 16 ahead of its expected launch in China. While Redmi has already confirmed the Redmi K100 Pro series will debut on August 11, OnePlus has teased its next flagship by highlighting several upgraded gaming technologies. Meanwhile, a leaked teaser has also revealed a possible redesign.
OnePlus confirms upgraded gaming technologies
During the Snapdragon Gaming Technology Showcase, OnePlus China Brand General Manager Liu Baoyou confirmed that the OnePlus 16 will debut with the company’s next-generation gaming technologies.
According to Liu, OnePlus has upgraded its Fengchi Gaming Kernel, Extreme High Refresh Rate, and Esports Triple-Chip technologies to deliver an even better gaming experience. He also revealed that OnePlus recorded a 13% year-over-year sales growth during the first half of 2026, making it the fastest-growing smartphone brand during the period.
OnePlus 16 teaser hints at a redesigned camera module
Alongside the official announcement, a teaser image claiming to show the OnePlus 16 has started circulating on Chinese social media. Although its authenticity remains unverified, the image suggests the phone could switch to a circular rear camera module instead of the square design used on the OnePlus 15.
Another AI-generated render based on the leaked teaser has also appeared online, showing a design similar to last year’s Realme GT series.
OnePlus 16 expected specifications
Previous leaks suggest the OnePlus 16 could feature a 6.78-inch LTPO OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, a 185Hz refresh rate, and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner. The flagship is also expected to pack a battery of around 9,000mAh with support for 100W wired and 50W wireless charging.
Under the hood, the OnePlus 16 may run on Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. Other rumored features include Android 16-based ColorOS 17, an X-axis linear vibration motor, symmetrical stereo speakers, and IP68/IP69-rated dust and water resistance.
According to previous reports, OnePlus could officially launch the OnePlus 16 in China in early October.
