OnePlus 16 flagship details reveal record benchmarks and 200MP camera

OnePlus has revealed key details regarding its upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 16, which is expected to launch in China in October. The device is set to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, built on a 2nm process. In AnTuTu V12 benchmarks, the device achieved a record-breaking score of over 5.38 million points, significantly outperforming previous generations.

Hardware specifications include a 200-megapixel primary camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide lens. The device will also feature a massive 9,000mAh battery supporting 100W wired charging. The display is reported to be a 6.78-inch BOE panel with a 165Hz refresh rate that can reach 185Hz in gaming mode, featuring ultra-thin 1.15mm bezels.

Design elements include a flat display, a metal frame, and a square camera module. A notable new feature is the ‘Interstellar Lighting Effect’ on the ‘Tomorrow’s Starlight’ edition, which uses rear LED lighting to signal notifications and gaming events. The phone will also include a customizable shortcut key capable of nine different functions. Available color options include Dark Forest, Mars Masterpiece, and Tomorrow’s Starlight.