New OnePlus Ace 5 Phone Variations, Racing and Extreme Edition, Sport Large Batteries
Chinese Debut of OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Ace 5 Extreme Edition
While the global anticipation for the OnePlus 13s continues to build, the tech giant has quietly launched two new devices in China - the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the OnePlus Ace 5 Extreme Edition. Both smartphones boast the latest chipsets, large batteries, and vibrant AMOLED displays.
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is the more affordable option, priced at 1,799 yuan (approx. 20,100 rubles) for the base configuration (12/256GB) and 2,499 yuan (approx. 27,900 rubles) for the top-end (16/512GB). The device sports a 6.77-inch display with a resolution of 2392 x 1080 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1,300 nits. It is protected by Crystal Shield Glass.
The primary camera consists of a 50MP OIS unit accompanied by a 2MP monochrome sensor. The front camera is a 16MP shooter. The battery packs a capacity of 7,100 mAh and supports 80W fast charging. Powering the device is the Mediatek Dimensity 9400E chip. Additional features include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and a slew of sensors. Out of the box, it runs on Android 15 (ColorOS 15), with a promise of 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches.
The OnePlus Ace 5 Extreme Edition is the premium option, starting at 2,499 yuan (approx. 27,900 rubles) for the 12/256GB version and going up to 3,799 yuan (approx. 42,400 rubles) for the 16GB/1TB model. The smartphone features a 6.83-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2800 x 1272, a 60-144Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1,400 nits. It is fueled by the more powerful Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ processor. The battery has a capacity of 6,700 mAh and supports 100W fast charging. The primary camera consists of a 50MP OIS (IMX 906) unit accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor. The front camera is a 16MP snapper. Both models are currently available for purchase in China, with no information yet on their availability in the global market.
In related news, the Realme GT 7, a flagship boasting a 7,000 mAh battery and graphene cooling system, was presented. OnePlus announced affordable TWS earbuds, the Buds 4, with noise cancellation up to 55 dB. Bandai unveiled the Tamagotchi Paradise, featuring an entire planet of pets.
The release of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Ace 5 Extreme Edition, in addition to the upcoming OnePlus 13s, spotlights the continuous advancements in smartphones and gadgets. Both devices showcase the latest technology, with the Ace 5 Racing priced at 1,799 yuan, and the Ace 5 Extreme Edition starting at 2,499 yuan, featuring 50MP cameras and fast charging capabilities.
