OnePlus 16 vs OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
The OnePlus 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 16 leads — 95/100 vs 74/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,195,978 vs 3,429,868).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 16
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
What makes OnePlus 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5195978 vs 3429868
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 94/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 82/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Overall rating 74/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 16 vs the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, the OnePlus 16 scores 21 points higher (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 16 | OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 5195978 | 3429868 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17, OxygenOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $555 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 16
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 16
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 16
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 8600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 16 and OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 16 leads OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra by 51.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus 16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 16 or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra by 21 points (95/100 vs 74/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 16 and the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus 16 has a MobileRank rating of 95/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 16 or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus 16 leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 16 or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 94/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 16 over the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.