OnePlus is skipping the number 4 in its Ace series, directly launching the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro in China. This aligns with the Chinese cultural practice of avoiding the number 4 due to its association with bad luck. The company previously skipped the OnePlus 4, going straight to the OnePlus 5.
Performance and Global Release
OnePlus executive Li Jie has hinted at impressive performance test results for the Ace 5 series, suggesting a significant leap over competitors. While the Ace series is China-exclusive, the Ace 5 is expected to launch globally as the OnePlus 13R. For insights into other smartphone releases, see Redmi K80 launch details.
Expected Specifications
The OnePlus 13R/Ace 5 is rumored to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Ace 5 Pro may utilize the Snapdragon 8 Elite. A possible Ace 5V variant with the Dimensity 9400 is also speculated. The design is expected to follow the OnePlus flagship line, with a flat display and a circular rear camera island. For more on custom chipsets, check out Xiaomi's in-house chip plans.
Potential specs include a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display, up to 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. The camera setup may comprise a 50MP main, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP sensor. A 16MP front camera and a 6,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging are also anticipated. Concerned about smartphone security? Read tips on Android phone security.
With multiple certifications acquired, the official announcement of the Ace 5 series is expected soon, likely preceding the global 13R launch.