The arrival of Android 16 represents a new step forward in the Android ecosystem. And OnePlus users are wondering if their devices will be part of this technological leap. Although the brand has not yet released the official list of phones that will be updated, Yes, there are solid predictions based on their history and OnePlus's usual support policy..
OnePlus typically commits to providing major system updates for its high-end models for at least four years, and for mid-range models for up to two years.. This strategy places it in the market average, alongside brands like Samsung and Xiaomi, although below what Google Pixel or other manufacturers offer in terms of support time on some models.
Which OnePlus models will be updated to Android 16? For the next version, the phones expected to receive OxygenOS 16, the brand's custom layer based on Android 16, will be the most recently released ones in the premium and Nord catalogs.
OnePlus phones that will receive Android 16
- OnePlus 13, 13s, 13R, 13T
- OnePlus 12, 12R
- OnePlus 11, 11R
- OnePlus North 4
- OnePlus North 3
- OnePlus Nord CE 4, CE 4 Lite
- OnePlus Open
- OnePlus Pad, Pad 2, Pad 3
These models are prime candidates to integrate all the new features of Android 16, both in terms of features and security, as well as the revamped Material 3 Expressive interface, which promises a notable visual leap and new customization options.
OnePlus phones that will not receive Android 16
Many devices from the brand will not have access to this update due to established support deadlines. For example, the mid-range and budget models launched several years ago will not be updated to Android 16. Among the main affected are:
- OnePlus 10 Pro, 10R, 10T
- OnePlus Nord 2, Nord 2T, Nord 2 Lite
- OnePlus Nord CE, Nord CE 3 Lite
- OnePlus Nord N30, N30 SE, N20, N20 SE, N10, N300, N200, N100
The exclusion of these devices is due to support cycles: high-end models launched before the OnePlus 11 have already received all the promised updates, and older Nord models will be left without the new version after their support cycle ends. Additionally, devices such as the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro, which also did not receive Android 15, will not have the update to Android 16.
What's new in Android 16 and when will it arrive on OnePlus?
The Android 16 update offers a major system redesign, security and safety improvements, new smart features, and performance optimization.OnePlus adapts these new features through OxygenOS, its own customization layer, so some features may vary or arrive differently.
Among the latests Moravia's compositions Main changes that will be coming to compatible devices include:
- Material 3 Expressive interface, with revamped animations and increased theme customization.
- Notifications grouped and better organized.
- Real-time updates, such as order tracking from the notification tray.
- Advanced security features against fraud and malware.
- Improved Night Mode in the camera, leveraging CameraX.
- Optimization of autonomy and battery management.
- Improvements in connectivity and accessibility.
The rollout of Android 16 on OnePlus will be gradual., starting with high-end models and gradually rolling out to compatible devices. The update is expected to begin rolling out this summer following the official release for the Pixel series, although its distribution could take several weeks depending on the model and region.
