Recent information from tipster Digital Chat Station suggests that both the OnePlus Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro are expected to launch in China sooner than anticipated. For context, the OnePlus Ace 3, which featured the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, was introduced in early 2023, followed by the Ace 3V with the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 in March, and the Ace 3 Pro equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in June.
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According to the leak, OnePlus might unveil the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro by the end of this year. The new series is likely to follow a similar strategy to the Ace 3 series, incorporating a high-end chipset paired with a large battery and a significantly updated design.
Currently, there is no information on the OnePlus Ace 5V, which is expected to be the most budget-friendly option in the Ace 5 lineup. Notably, a modified version of the Ace 3V was released as the OnePlus Nord 4 in India and Europe, so it’s possible that the Ace 5V could be rebranded as the Nord 5 in other regions.
Additionally, the OnePlus Ace 3 was rebranded as the OnePlus 12R internationally. Thus, it’s likely that the Ace 5 could be rebranded as the OnePlus 13R outside of China. The OnePlus 13, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, is anticipated to launch in China around October or November. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 13 and 13R are expected to make their global debut in January 2025.
