The OnePlus Ace 5 series has officially launched in China, bringing two compelling gaming-focused smartphones to the market: the standard Ace 5 and the premium Ace 5 Pro. Both devices pack impressive hardware aimed squarely at mobile gamers and power users, with features designed to reduce lag and keep thermals in check during intense sessions.
- The OnePlus Ace 5 series includes two models — Ace 5 (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3) and Ace 5 Pro (Snapdragon 8 Elite) — both with a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display peaking at 4500 nits brightness.
- Gaming-focused Wi-Fi Chip G1 claims to cut lag by up to 60%, while a double ice core vapor cooling system handles sustained performance.
- The Ace 5 series starts at 2,299 yuan (approx. Rs 26,800) and is expected to reach India as the OnePlus 13R.
OnePlus Ace 5 Series Display and Performance
Both the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro sport a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED BOE X2 flat display running at 1.5K resolution (2780×1264 pixels). The panel supports a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM dimming for reduced eye strain, and a peak brightness of 4500 nits — one of the brightest displays seen at this price tier. Protection comes from OnePlus Crystal Shield Glass.
Under the hood, the standard Ace 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset with an Adreno 750 GPU, while the Ace 5 Pro steps up to the Snapdragon 8 Elite paired with an Adreno 830 GPU. Both models support up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and rapid app load times.
Gaming Features and Battery Life
One of the headline additions in the OnePlus Ace 5 series is the dedicated Wi-Fi Chip G1, which OnePlus claims can reduce in-game network lag by up to 60 percent — a meaningful advantage for competitive mobile gaming. A double ice core vapor cooling system works to dissipate heat during extended gaming sessions, helping maintain peak clock speeds for longer.
On the battery front, the two models take different approaches. The Ace 5 Pro ships with a 6100mAh battery that supports 100W Super Flash Charge, prioritising rapid top-ups. The vanilla Ace 5 offers a larger battery capacity, though with a lower charging wattage output. Both devices run Android 15-based ColorOS 15 out of the box.
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OnePlus Ace 5 Series Price and Availability
The OnePlus Ace 5 series opened for pre-orders in China, with general sales beginning December 31. Below is the full pricing breakdown:
OnePlus Ace 5 pricing:
- 12GB + 256GB — 2,299 yuan (approx. Rs 26,800)
- 16GB + 256GB — 2,499 yuan (approx. Rs 29,100)
- 12GB + 512GB — 2,799 yuan (approx. Rs 32,700)
- 16GB + 512GB — 2,999 yuan (approx. Rs 35,000)
- 16GB + 1TB (Ceramic) — 3,499 yuan (approx. Rs 40,800)
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro pricing:
- 12GB + 256GB — 3,399 yuan (approx. Rs 39,700)
- 16GB + 256GB — 3,699 yuan (approx. Rs 43,200)
- 12GB + 512GB — 3,999 yuan (approx. Rs 46,670)
- 16GB + 512GB — 4,199 yuan (approx. Rs 49,000)
- 16GB + 512GB (Ceramic) — 4,299 yuan (approx. Rs 50,200)
- 16GB + 1TB (Ceramic) — 4,699 yuan (approx. Rs 54,900)
The OnePlus Ace 5 is widely expected to arrive in India and other global markets under the OnePlus 13R branding, though the Indian variant may carry slightly different specifications compared to the China model.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chipset does the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro use?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset paired with an Adreno 830 GPU, while the standard Ace 5 uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with an Adreno 750 GPU.
Will the OnePlus Ace 5 series launch in India?
Yes, the OnePlus Ace 5 is expected to reach India as the OnePlus 13R. However, the Indian variant may have slightly different specifications than the China model sold as the Ace 5.
What is the battery capacity of the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro comes with a 6100mAh battery that supports 100W Super Flash Charge for rapid charging.
