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The OnePlus 16 has arrived in China with flagship hardware, including a high-refresh-rate display, a massive battery, and upgraded cameras. However, its availability outside China remains a concern, particularly after OnePlus withdrew from the US and European markets, with no confirmed launch date for the new flagship in India.
Although OnePlus India has previously said its local operations continue as usual, buyers looking for a phone they can purchase through official channels may want to consider alternatives. Here are five flagship smartphones worth considering instead of the OnePlus 16.
1iQOO 16
The iQOO 16 is a compelling alternative for users who prioritize performance and gaming, featuring a 6.85-inch Samsung M16 AMOLED display with a 2K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. Its Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, built on a 2nm process, works alongside a dedicated Q4 gaming chip and an advanced vapor chamber cooling system to support demanding workloads.
The phone packs an 8,400mAh silicon-anode battery, which is larger than the capacity found in many conventional flagship smartphones, and supports 100W wired charging and 40W wireless charging. This combination should appeal to users who spend long hours gaming or streaming and want to minimize charging interruptions.
On the rear, the iQOO 16 features a 50-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. A 32-megapixel front camera handles selfies and video calls, making the phone a well-rounded choice beyond its gaming credentials.
