OnePlus is gearing up for another dual-smartphone unveiling in its Ace 5 series with the launch of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing Edition and OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra in China. Scheduled for May 27 at 2:30 PM local time (12 PM IST), the devices will build on the strong foundation of the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro variants released in December 2024.
Powered by MediaTek’s Latest Dimensity 9400 Series
OnePlus has confirmed that the upcoming phones will be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 series chipsets, delivering cutting-edge performance. The Ace 5 Racing Edition will feature the Dimensity 9400e, while the premium Ace 5 Ultra is set to house the Dimensity 9400+ SoC, promising enhanced multitasking and high-speed processing, especially for gamers and power users.
Complementing the powerful processors, both models will also integrate Fengchi gaming chips, Lingxi touch chips, and G1 gaming Wi-Fi chips. This setup aims to ensure seamless frame rates, ultra-responsive touch inputs, and zero lag in network-intensive scenarios—making them true gaming-centric smartphones.
RAM and Storage Variants
OnePlus has revealed the memory and storage configurations for the Racing Edition and Ultra models:
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing Edition:
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12GB RAM + 256GB storage
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16GB RAM + 256GB storage
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12GB RAM + 512GB storage
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16GB RAM + 512GB storage
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra:
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All of the above, plus
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16GB RAM + 1TB storage — a premium offering for users with intensive storage needs
Both phones will ship with Android 15-based ColorOS 15, keeping them aligned with OnePlus’ latest software experience. The UI is expected to bring enhanced security, performance optimizations, and improved multitasking features.
Stylish New Colours Announced
Design-wise, OnePlus is once again leaning into bold and unique finishes for its Ace 5 series:
Ace 5 Ultra will be available in:
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Breeze Blue
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Burning Titanium
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Phantom Black
Ace 5 Racing Edition will be offered in:
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Chasing Waves White
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Rock Black
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Wild Green
The Ace 5 Ultra’s Burning Titanium shade and the Racing Edition’s Wild Green have already caught the attention of fans for their modern, edgy appeal.
Positioned for Gaming and Performance Enthusiasts
By combining flagship chipsets, ample RAM and storage options, and purpose-built gaming enhancements, OnePlus is positioning the Ace 5 Racing Edition and Ultra as premium performance smartphones tailored for gamers, tech enthusiasts, and creators.
More official details regarding pricing, international availability, and additional specifications are expected to be announced during the May 27 launch event.
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