OnePlus 16 is expected to feature a new-generation BOE Oriental Screen with support for a 165Hz refresh rate across the system, according to tipster Digital Chat Station.
This differs from simply offering a 165Hz panel, as the higher refresh rate is reportedly extended to more system and application scenarios rather than being restricted to specific use cases.
The OnePlus 15 already has a 165Hz display, making the broader implementation a notable upgrade for its successor.
Display and gaming enhancements
The new panel is said to use an X4 light-emitting material jointly developed by OnePlus and BOE.
OnePlus previously claimed that the material performs better than Samsung's M-series material in internal testing while offering lower power consumption and a longer lifespan.
The OnePlus 16 is also expected to retain a flat screen with extremely narrow bezels on all four sides.
Gaming could push the refresh rate even higher, with the OnePlus 16 reportedly capable of reaching 185Hz in supported games.
OnePlus has also confirmed upgrades to its gaming technologies, including its high-refresh-rate technology, Fengchi Gaming Core, and e-sports triple-core technology.
The phone is expected to ship with ColorOS 17 in China, with new system-level animations designed to make transitions feel smoother on the high-refresh-rate display.
Under the hood, it is tipped to feature the forthcoming 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chip.
Other rumored specifications of the OnePlus 16 include a 200-megapixel main camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 50-megapixel 3.5x periscope telephoto camera.
It is expected to launch in October, although the company has yet to confirm its specifications or launch date.
