{
  "id": 14766683,
  "title": "The new OnePlus 16 looks incredible, but you can't buy one",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/the-new-oneplus-16-looks-incredible-but-you-cant-buy-one",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-15T18:15:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Camera World",
    "slug": "digital-camera-world",
    "url": "https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/tech/phones/the-new-oneplus-16-looks-incredible-but-you-cant-buy-one"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In July, we reported that OnePlus had exited the US and Europe markets, but the brand continued to operate in China. Now, the Chinese company has unveiled its upcoming flagship device: the OnePlus 16. While a China-only release may not be of much interest to Western OnePlus fans, the OnePlus 16 appears to be a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the OnePlus 15. One of the most striking specifications is the massive 9,000mAh battery, a substantial improvement over the 7,300mAh battery in the OnePlus 15. Pairing this battery with the efficient Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, users could potentially enjoy a two-day battery life. Rapid 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging are also supported, without sacrificing portability. The OnePlus 16 is only marginally thicker and heavier than the previous model. The Snapdragon SoC in the OnePlus 16 is the same one found in other flagship phones like the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and Honor Magic 9 Pro Max, and it is expected to power the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra. In terms of camera capabilities, the OnePlus 16 offers a considerable improvement over its predecessor. While the OnePlus 15 had a trio of 50MP cameras, the OnePlus 16 features a new primary camera with a 200MP, 1/1.4-inch sensor and a 23mm, f/1.6 lens. The ultrawide and 3x telephoto cameras still utilize 50MP sensors, and the selfie camera has also been upgraded. The new OnePlus 16 also boasts a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1272 x 2772, peak brightness of up to 1000 nits, and refresh rates as high as 185Hz, making it an excellent choice for gaming. However, the OnePlus 16 comes at a premium price. While the OnePlus 15 launched at RMB 3,999 last year, the OnePlus 16 will cost RMB 5,999 for the entry-level 12/256GB variant, which is approximately $900 US. The 16GB/1TB variant will set you back around $1,270. Such price increases are an industry-wide issue, not unique to OnePlus. For Western fans eager to get their hands on the OnePlus 16, importing from China might be tempting, but warranty and app compatibility issues could make this a risky endeavor. Alternatively, fans in Europe looking to experience the OnePlus 16 feel can turn to Oppo's Find X10 Pro Max, which features a similar screen and superior camera hardware.",
  "summary": "OnePlus may have left the US and Europe, but it's far from dead",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}