OnePlus 16 leaks: 9,000mAh battery, 200MP camera

Leaks from a prominent tipster suggest the upcoming OnePlus 16 flagship smartphone will feature significant hardware upgrades, including a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro processor, a 9,000mAh battery and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. The device is expected to launch in China by the end of 2026, with a global rollout uncertain.

Digital Chat Station, a well-known leaker on Weibo, shared the details in a post that has since been edited. The information aligns with prior reports and points to the OnePlus 16 as a high-performance device powered by Qualcomm's next-generation 2nm chipset. It will support LPDDR6 RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, positioning it for demanding tasks like gaming and multitasking.

The display is described as a flat BOE OLED panel with an ultra-high refresh rate. Earlier leaks specified a minimum of 185Hz, with potential support up to 240Hz during gaming via LTPO technology. The screen will incorporate LIPO packaging for slim 1mm bezels on all sides, along with enhanced eye protection and outdoor brightness.

Camera improvements stand out, with the 200MP periscope telephoto replacing the 50MP unit on the OnePlus 15. This setup pairs with a 50MP main sensor...