OnePlus leak points to an affordable Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 phone with a giant battery and 165 Hz display
OnePlus isn’t slowing down. After unveiling the OnePlus 15 in China with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and pairing it with the Ace 6—likely to land globally as the OnePlus 15R—the company is reportedly lining up more launches before the end of 2025. The standout? A more affordable flagship powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.
According to a well-known Weibo tipster, this upcoming OnePlus model is built for endurance and speed. It’s said to pack a battery exceeding 8,000 mAh, a rarity for mainstream flagships, and a flat 165 Hz display with a 1.5K resolution. The leak also mentions a metal frame and a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for faster, more reliable unlocking. The exact name remains undecided, but the device has been rumored internally as “OnePlus Turbo.” If accurate, it could undercut the OnePlus 15 on price while keeping performance and gaming credentials front and center.
That’s not all on OnePlus’s roadmap. The brand is also rumored to be working on an upper mid-range phone based on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. This model is expected to feature a large battery as well, and it’s reportedly being positioned to square off against rivals using the Dimensity 8500, including devices like the rumored Redmi Turbo 5.
What to expect from the leaked OnePlus Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 phone
– Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
– Battery: Over 8,000 mAh (rumored)
– Display: Flat 165 Hz panel with 1.5K resolution
– Build and security: Metal frame, 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner
– Positioning: More affordable than the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered OnePlus 15
– Possible name: OnePlus Turbo (unconfirmed)
And the rumored Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 OnePlus model
– Chipset: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
– Battery: Large capacity (exact size not specified)
– Market target: Competing with Dimensity 8500 phones from other brands
With the OnePlus 15’s global debut expected soon and the Ace 6 tipped to go international as the OnePlus 15R, these leaks suggest OnePlus plans to cover more price points with bigger batteries, high refresh rate screens, and premium design touches. Names, final specs, and launch dates remain unconfirmed, but if these reports pan out, 2025 could see OnePlus push hard in both the affordable flagship and upper mid-range segments.
As always with early leaks, details can change before launch. Keep an eye on official announcements for confirmation on specs, availability, and pricing.
