The wait is almost over for OnePlus fans, as the company gears up to launch the highly anticipated OnePlus Ace 5 seriesin China next week. Scheduled for December 26 at 2:30 PM local time (12:00 PM IST), the launch event will also unveil the OnePlus Buds Ace 2 and the new OnePlus Pad. OnePlus has already teased key details, including the design, color options, and chipset configurations for both the OnePlus Ace 5 and OnePlus Ace 5 Pro.

OnePlus Ace 5 Series Launch Details and Design

OnePlus has confirmed the launch date through a post on Weibo, accompanied by teaser images showcasing the sleek design of the Ace 5 series. The phones boast:

• Flat displays with slim bezels.
• A hole-punch cutout on the screen for the selfie camera.
• Triple rear camera setups arranged in a modern aesthetic.

The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro will be available in three stunning color options:

• Submarine Black
• Starry Sky Purple
• White Moon Porcelain

The vanilla OnePlus Ace 5 will also come in three distinct colorways, though their official marketing names have yet to be revealed.

OnePlus Ace 5 Series Chipsets and Performance

OnePlus is pulling out all the stops when it comes to performance. Both phones are equipped with Qualcomm’s latest processors:

• OnePlus Ace 5 Pro: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Edition chipset, which has reportedly achieved a staggering 3,218,978 points on the AnTuTu benchmarking platform. This is likely an overclocked variant of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, previously seen in flagship devices like the Nubia Z70 Ultra and Red Magic 10 Pro series.
• OnePlus Ace 5: Runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, delivering high performance tailored for power users.

Storage and RAM Options

Both models will ship with a wide range of configurations, offering ample RAM and storage to meet varying user needs:

• 12GB + 256GB
• 16GB + 256GB
• 12GB + 512GB
• 16GB + 512GB
• 16GB + 1TB

Pre-reservations for the Ace 5 series are now live on OnePlus’s official website in China.

Display and Camera Specifications

The OnePlus Ace 5 series will feature 6.78-inch BOE X2 displays with 1.5K resolution, promising vibrant visuals and an immersive viewing experience.

Camera Setup:

• Primary Sensor: A 50-megapixel sensor (1/1.56-inch) with OIS support ensures exceptional photography and videography.
• Secondary Sensor: An 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera.
• Tertiary Sensor: A 2-megapixel macro or depth sensor.

Battery and Charging

Battery performance is another area where the two models diverge:

• OnePlus Ace 5:
  • 6,415mAh battery
  • 80W fast charging support
• OnePlus Ace 5 Pro:
  • 6,100mAh battery
  • 100W fast charging support

What Else to Expect at the Launch Event

In addition to the Ace 5 series, OnePlus will also debut:

• OnePlus Buds Ace 2: Likely to feature improved audio quality and ANC (Active Noise Cancellation).
• New OnePlus Pad: Details remain under wraps, but the tablet is expected to bring premium features to the OnePlus ecosystem.