OnePlus Ace 6T Launch Date Confirmed with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and 165Hz Display

OnePlus has finally lifted the curtain on the OnePlus Ace 6T, confirming when its next performance-focused smartphone will hit the shelves and what kind of hardware fans can expect.

After days of cryptic teasers, the company has revealed that the Ace 6T will be the first phone in the world to ship with Qualcomm’s brand-new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, positioning it as a showcase device for the next generation of Android flagship power.

The OnePlus Ace 6T is scheduled to debut in China on December 3, with pre-bookings already open through the official OnePlus China online store for those who want to lock in their unit early. This launch timing puts the Ace 6T at the front of the winter flagship wave, and it is clearly aimed at demanding users who care about speed, smooth visuals, and battery life as much as they do about design.

Design, display and build

Visually, the Ace 6T continues OnePlus’s tradition of clean, minimalist hardware but adds a bit more attitude. The phone features a solid metal frame that should feel reassuringly premium in the hand, paired with a dual rear camera module that keeps the back panel relatively uncluttered. On the front, an AMOLED display with extremely slim bezels dominates the experience, promising deep blacks, vivid colors and excellent contrast for both gaming and streaming.

One of the standout specs is the 165Hz refresh rate, which goes beyond many 120Hz panels found on high-end phones. This ultra-high refresh rate should translate into super-fluid scrolling and an edge in fast-paced games where every frame counts. Combined with the power of Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, the Ace 6T is clearly built to appeal to gamers and power users who notice the difference between “fast” and “as fast as it gets”.

Performance, battery and charging

Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset is expected to deliver major gains in CPU and GPU performance, along with better efficiency compared to previous generations. Paired with an 8,000mAh battery, the Ace 6T looks ready to handle long gaming sessions, heavy multitasking or a full day of intense use without constantly hunting for a charger.

When you do need to top up, the 100W fast charging support steps in to minimize downtime. While exact charging times have not been detailed yet, this kind of wattage typically means going from low battery to a comfortable level in a short amount of time, making the Ace 6T a practical choice for users who are always on the move and expect flagship convenience.

Shortcut key, software and colors

In an interesting design twist, OnePlus is replacing its iconic Alert Slider with a new Shortcut key on the Ace 6T. Instead of only switching between sound profiles, this Shortcut key is expected to be mapped to custom actions or frequently used features, giving users quicker access to the functions they rely on most. It is a small change on paper, but one that could shape how many people interact with the phone every day.

On the software side, the OnePlus Ace 6T will ship with Android 16-based ColorOS 16 in China, combining Google’s latest platform improvements with a familiar, highly customized interface. Buyers will also have three distinct color options to choose from: Electric Violet for a bold, standout look, Flash Black for a more classic, stealthy style, and Fleeting Green for those who prefer something fresh and modern. Together, these finishes help the Ace 6T stand out visually in a crowded flagship field.

Linked to the global OnePlus 15R

Although the Ace 6T itself is focused on the Chinese market, it will not remain a local story for long. OnePlus has confirmed that the global OnePlus 15R, scheduled to launch worldwide on December 17, will be based on the Ace 6T. In practice, that means international users can expect a very similar core experience once the 15R arrives, with hardware closely mirroring the Chinese model and software tuned for global markets.

Taken together, the OnePlus Ace 6T and OnePlus 15R form a two-step launch strategy: first capturing attention in China with cutting-edge specs and then bringing a closely related device to international audiences shortly after. For fans of the brand and anyone eyeing their next high-end Android phone, December is shaping up to be a big month.