OnePlus officially teases gaming-focused upgrades for the OnePlus 16

OnePlus has teased the OnePlus 16, confirming upgrades to three gaming-focused technologies: Fengchi Gaming Kernel, Extreme High Refresh Rate, and Esports Triple Chip.

Industry chatter points to a possible October launch, while unofficial leaks suggest a circular rear camera island design.

Earlier reports describe flagship-grade hardware, including a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chip, a 6.78-inch display, a 9,000mAh battery, and a triple-camera setup.

The phone also appears likely to skip North America and Europe, limiting its market reach.