Will the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra be available outside China?

As of now, the launch is limited to the Chinese market with no official announcement about international availability. OnePlus typically releases global versions of its phones at a later stage, but specific dates for international availability of the Ace 6 Ultra haven't been confirmed yet.

What's the difference between the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra and the standard Ace 6?

The difference is substantial. The standard Ace 6 uses a Snapdragon processor while the Ultra uses the more powerful Dimensity 9500. The Ultra also has a much larger 8,600mAh battery, the exclusive gaming controller, more advanced cooling, and a 165Hz display with 4,000Hz touch sampling.

Is an 8,600mAh battery enough for long gaming sessions?

The phone demonstrated it can sustain 165fps in Delta Force for three hours straight with an average power draw of just 4.6W, meaning the battery combined with the efficient chip will comfortably power long gaming sessions. The 120W fast charging also means minimal downtime between sessions.

Does the Strix Gaming Controller work with other phones?

The deep integration with the Ace 6 Ultra — including the dedicated esports chip and ultra-low latency response — was designed specifically for this device. There's no official information about compatibility with other phones.

Is this phone good for everyday use beyond gaming?

Yes, the powerful specifications make it excellent for everyday tasks as well. The 8,600mAh battery guarantees a full day without worry, and the powerful chipset handles any task effortlessly. The camera is functional but isn't the strongest option on the market if photography is your main priority.

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra Official — Dimensity 9500, 8600mAh Battery and Exclusive Gaming Controller

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra Official — OnePlus's Most Powerful Gaming Phone

OnePlus has officially launched the Ace 6 Ultra as a dedicated gaming smartphone with an impressive set of specifications. Unlike its siblings the Ace 6 and Ace 6T, this one is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset — making it the most powerful in the lineup. Alongside the phone, OnePlus also launched an exclusive gaming controller called the Strix Gaming Controller.

Display

The phone features a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and an instantaneous touch sampling rate of 4,000Hz — one of the highest touch response rates in any phone currently available. The display is backed by the Lingxi Touch Core and carries quad water resistance ratings of IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K. It's protected by OPPO Crystal Shield Glass for improved scratch and drop resistance.

Processor and Gaming Performance

The Dimensity 9500 runs on TSMC's 3nm process with a Mali-G1 Ultra MC12 GPU. OnePlus claims the chip delivers a 32% improvement in performance and a 55% reduction in power consumption compared to the previous generation. For gaming specifically, the phone can run Delta Force at 165fps for three hours straight with no drop in performance and an average power consumption of just 4.6W. The chip is supported by the Wind Chaser Gaming Kernel, a Glacier Cooling System, and a 6,000mm² vapor chamber.

Memory and Storage

The phone is available in 12GB and 16GB LPDDR5X RAM configurations with 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage.

Camera

The rear camera is a dual setup consisting of a 50MP main sensor with a 1/1.55-inch size and OIS, paired with an 8MP 112-degree ultrawide camera. The front camera is 16MP. The camera system is functional but the phone is clearly not designed as a photography-first device.

Battery and Charging

The 8,600mAh dual-cell battery supports 120W SuperVOOC wired fast charging — one of the largest batteries ever fitted in a gaming-focused smartphone. The battery uses Silicon-Carbon cell technology, which provides higher energy density and better performance under elevated temperatures.

Exclusive Strix Gaming Controller

OnePlus launched an exclusive gaming controller with an unconventional joystick-free design, mechanical triggers with a 1.8ms response time, a built-in esports chip, and a price of 449 yuan. The joystick-free philosophy makes it lighter and easier to hold while delivering faster input response than traditional clip-on controllers.

Audio and Security

The phone features dual symmetrical 1,115mW speakers and a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner.

Price and Availability

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra starts at 3,499 yuan for the 12GB/256GB variant and goes up to 5,099 yuan for the 16GB/1TB model, with the gaming controller sold separately. The phone is currently available in China.