OnePlus appears to be exploring a new display design for its upcoming flagship smartphone. Although the OnePlus 16 was launched in China recently, early rumours about its successor, reportedly called the OnePlus 17, have already started circulating. According to a new leak, the next-generation smartphone could feature a wider display, potentially offering a more immersive experience for mobile gaming and other content.
The reported change could signal a shift away from the tall and narrow screen proportions used by several recent smartphones. The OnePlus 17 may also join a group of upcoming Android flagship devices expected to adopt wider displays next year.
OnePlus 17 Display Specifications Leaked
The OnePlus 17 could be among five high-performance smartphones expected to arrive next year with wider screens.
The tipster indicated that this display format could provide a broader field of view, particularly while playing games. However, the leak does not mention the expected screen size, resolution or aspect ratio of the upcoming device.
Notably, the post specifically mentioned the OnePlus 17, making it the first known leak to directly connect this name with the company’s next numbered flagship smartphone.
OnePlus Could Move Away From Its Current Display Design
The latest information follows an earlier claim by tipster Digital Chat Station (translated from Chinese) in late October. The tipster suggested that OnePlus might not introduce a direct successor to the OnePlus 15T and could instead develop a smartphone featuring a wider display.
If these reports are accurate, the upcoming device would represent a change from the screen proportions used in recent OnePlus flagships.
For comparison, the OnePlus 15 features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and a refresh rate of up to 165Hz. The OnePlus 16 reportedly retains a similarly sized display but increases the refresh rate to 185Hz.
OnePlus 16 India Launch and Expected Price
Meanwhile, the OnePlus 16, which was launched in China last month, has not yet made its debut in India or other global markets.
A recent report suggested that OnePlus India executives recently conducted a closed-door meeting in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to discuss the smartphone’s Indian launch. This development indicates that the company could still be considering an India launch, despite earlier reports suggesting otherwise.
The upcoming flagship’s expected pricing has also surfaced online. According to rumours, the OnePlus 16 could be priced between Rs. 1,30,000 and Rs. 1,40,000 in India.
If this pricing information turns out to be accurate, it would represent a considerable increase compared with its predecessor. The OnePlus India online store currently lists the previous model at Rs. 84,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, while the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage configuration is priced at Rs. 93,999.
What to Expect From the OnePlus 17
For now, details about the OnePlus 17 remain limited to early leaks. The possibility of a wider display suggests that OnePlus could be considering a different approach to screen design, with mobile gaming emerging as a potential focus.
However, the company has not officially confirmed the smartphone’s name, specifications or launch timeline. More details are expected to emerge as information about the next-generation flagship develops.