OnePlus is reportedly working on its first compact flagship smartphone, aiming to cater to the growing demand for smaller, high-performance devices. While compact smartphones remain relatively rare, the rising popularity of 6.3-inch flagships like the iPhone 16 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro, Xiaomi 15, and vivo X200 Pro Mini indicates a clear market for more portable yet powerful phones.
According to recent reports from China, OnePlus is actively developing a compact flagship equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The phone is rumored to feature a 6.3-inch display with a sharp “1.5K” resolution, ensuring crisp visuals and an enhanced viewing experience. It will also sport a 50 MP main camera using Sony’s IMX906 sensor, promising exceptional image quality and clarity.
In terms of design, OnePlus has chosen not to include a periscope zoom camera, distinguishing this device from other flagship competitors. Instead, the camera module will reportedly follow a horizontal layout, reminiscent of Google’s Pixel lineup. Additionally, the phone is expected to include an optical in-display fingerprint sensor, though OnePlus is also exploring the possibility of using an ultrasonic sensor for improved speed and accuracy.
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Despite these leaks, the compact flagship is still in the development phase, suggesting that its release is not imminent. Speculation hints at a potential launch as part of the OnePlus Ace 5 series, with possible names like Ace 5 Mini or Ace 5 Pro Mini. As the development progresses, more details are expected to emerge, shedding light on OnePlus’s plans to enter the compact flagship segment.
