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OnePlus 16 Launching Today: Specs, Price and Livestream Details
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News18•12-10-2026, 14:50
OnePlus 16 Launching Today: Specs, Price and Livestream Details
- •The OnePlus 16 launches in China today featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset and ColorOS 17 based on Android 17.
- •Expected specifications include a massive 9,000mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging support.
- •The device is rumored to sport a 200MP main camera and a 185Hz 2K AMOLED display crafted using fourth-generation Oriental Screen technology.
- •It comes with robust IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance along with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
- •Pricing in China is expected to start under CNY 6,500, with a global and Indian rollout anticipated in late December or January 2027.
Key Questions Answered
The OnePlus 16 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset and runs ColorOS 17 based on Android 17, featuring a 2K AMOLED display that supports up to 185Hz in games. It houses a massive 9,000mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging, along with a 200MP main camera and multiple auxiliary lenses.
The OnePlus 16 launch event can be viewed live by tuning into the company’s official Weibo channel or its official website.
While official pricing has not been confirmed, the device is expected to start in China from under CNY 6,500 (approximately Rs 93,000). It is likely to make its official debut in India and other global markets around late December or January 2027.
