OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $250 and $555. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads — 74/100 vs 66/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra has the bigger battery (8600 mAh vs 7100); the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,429,868 vs 2,536,961); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is noticeably lighter (200g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $555
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3429868 vs 2536961
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7478
- Bigger battery: 8600 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra scores 8 points higher (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100, OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2536961 | 3429868 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8600 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $555 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 8600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 26.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $305. OnePlus Ace 5 Racing was $305 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra edges out the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 74/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads on performance (94/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.