OnePlus N6 5G
+ Compare
-
Design13
-
Rear Camera13
-
Front Camera4
-
360° View
![360° View]()
-
UI Screenshot17
![UI Screenshot]()
-
Videos3
![Videos]()
Key Specs
Performance
-
MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex -
Octa core (2.4 GHz, Quad Core + 2 GHz, Quad core) -
4 GB / 6 GB RAM
Display
-
6.8 inches (17.27 cm); LCD -
720x1570 px (HD+) -
120 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with punch-hole display
Rear Camera
-
Single Camera Setup - 50 MP (upto 10x Digital Zoom) Wide Angle Primary Camera
-
LED Flash -
Full HD @30/60 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
-
8 MP -
Screen flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
-
8000 mAh -
45W Super Charging; USB Type-C port
General
-
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano -
5G Supported -
128 GB internal storage, Non Expandable -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
OnePlus N6 5G Compare Camera Samples
OnePlus N6 5G Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
![Ashish Kumar]()
Verdict
The OnePlus N6 isn't a typical OnePlus smartphone. Instead of leading the segment in performance, the handset matches its rivals while delivering dependable everyday performance. Its battery life, meanwhile, remains the standout feature. If battery endurance is your top priority, the N6 deserves a place among the best options in its segment and even beyond. However, buyers looking for stronger cameras, a sharper display, or higher performance will find more balanced alternatives at this price.
Pros
- Excellent battery life
- Reliable performance for everyday tasks
- Natural-looking images
Cons
- Bulky and heavy design
- Slow charging speeds
Battery life: simply outstanding
+
The OnePlus N6's 8,000mAh battery comfortably delivers close to two days of regular use, offers excellent standby efficiency, and posts impressive endurance in benchmark testing. While the 45W charging speed isn't particularly fast by today's standards, it remains sufficient for overnight charging. Unless rapid top-ups are a priority, the N6's outstanding battery life more than makes up for its slower charging, making it one of the strongest performers in its segment.
Read More
Design: clean, but bulky
+
The OnePlus N6 delivers a clean, modern design that closely resembles the brand's more expensive smartphones, making it look more premium than its price suggests. The frosted finish does a good job of resisting fingerprints, and features such as MIL-STD-810H certification and ArmorShell protection add peace of mind. However, the polycarbonate construction, lack of the Plus Key, and IP65 rating remind you that this is a budget offering. Moreover, its battery makes the phone noticeably bulky and heavy.
Read More
Display: functional
+
The OnePlus N6's display is perfectly adequate for everyday use, delivering smooth scrolling, decent colours, and sufficient brightness for indoor viewing. However, the HD+ resolution, inconsistent high refresh rates across apps, average outdoor visibility, and single-speaker design make it less appealing to multimedia enthusiasts. If your usage revolves around browsing, social media, and messaging, the display gets the job done.
Read More
Performance and software: good for everyday usage
+
The OnePlus N6 delivers dependable everyday performance without trying to punch above its weight. Routine tasks such as browsing, messaging, social media, and light multitasking run smoothly, while OxygenOS 16 offers a clean, stable, and polished software experience. The inclusion of Google Gemini and useful AI-powered editing tools adds value, even if some premium OnePlus features, such as AI Mind Space, are missing.
Read More
Cameras: point and shoot
+
The OnePlus N6 cameras cater to casual photographers who prefer natural-looking photos over aggressively processed images. The handset delivers accurate colours and skin tones, but its cameras struggle with detail retention, dynamic range, and low-light performance.
Read More
Read full Review
Verdict
The OnePlus N6 isn't a typical OnePlus smartphone. Instead of leading the segment in performance, the handset matches its rivals while delivering dependable everyday performance. Its battery life, meanwhile, remains the standout feature. If battery endurance is your top priority, the N6 deserves a place among the best options in its segment and even beyond. However, buyers looking for stronger cameras, a sharper display, or higher performance will find more balanced alternatives at this price.
- Excellent battery life
- Reliable performance for everyday tasks
- Natural-looking images
Pros
- Bulky and heavy design
- Slow charging speeds
Cons
The OnePlus N6's 8,000mAh battery comfortably delivers close to two days of regular use, offers excellent standby efficiency, and posts impressive endurance in benchmark testing. While the 45W charging speed isn't particularly fast by today's standards, it remains sufficient for overnight charging. Unless rapid top-ups are a priority, the N6's outstanding battery life more than makes up for its slower charging, making it one of the strongest performers in its segment.
Read MoreThe OnePlus N6 delivers a clean, modern design that closely resembles the brand's more expensive smartphones, making it look more premium than its price suggests. The frosted finish does a good job of resisting fingerprints, and features such as MIL-STD-810H certification and ArmorShell protection add peace of mind. However, the polycarbonate construction, lack of the Plus Key, and IP65 rating remind you that this is a budget offering. Moreover, its battery makes the phone noticeably bulky and heavy.
Read MoreThe OnePlus N6's display is perfectly adequate for everyday use, delivering smooth scrolling, decent colours, and sufficient brightness for indoor viewing. However, the HD+ resolution, inconsistent high refresh rates across apps, average outdoor visibility, and single-speaker design make it less appealing to multimedia enthusiasts. If your usage revolves around browsing, social media, and messaging, the display gets the job done.
Read MoreThe OnePlus N6 delivers dependable everyday performance without trying to punch above its weight. Routine tasks such as browsing, messaging, social media, and light multitasking run smoothly, while OxygenOS 16 offers a clean, stable, and polished software experience. The inclusion of Google Gemini and useful AI-powered editing tools adds value, even if some premium OnePlus features, such as AI Mind Space, are missing.
Read MoreThe OnePlus N6 cameras cater to casual photographers who prefer natural-looking photos over aggressively processed images. The handset delivers accurate colours and skin tones, but its cameras struggle with detail retention, dynamic range, and low-light performance.
Read MoreCompetitors For OnePlus N6 5G
View Alternatives
Popular Comparisons
OnePlus N6 5G
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite 5G
OnePlus N6 5G
Samsung Galaxy M47 5G
OnePlus N6 5G
OnePlus Nord CE 6 5G
OnePlus N6 5G
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
OnePlus N6 5G
OnePlus Nord 6
OnePlus N6 5G
vivo T5x
OnePlus N6 5G Specifications
General |
|
|---|---|
| Launch Date | June 30, 2026 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v16 |
| OS Updates | 2 Year |
| Security Updates | 3 Year |
| Custom UI | Oxygen OS |
Performance
(Good)
|
||
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex | |
| Processor | Octa core (2.4 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A76 + 2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A55) | |
| Architecture | 64 bit | |
| Fabrication | 4 nm | |
| Graphics (GPU) | Mali-G57 MP2 | |
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB | |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |
|
Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
|
||
Benchmark Screenshots
Wildlife Extreme
GeekBench AI
PC Mark Battery Life
PC Mark Performance
AnTuTu Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
|
Display
(Very Good)
|
|
|---|---|
| Display Type | LCD |
| Screen Size | 6.8 inches (17.27 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1570 px (HD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits |
| HBM Brightness | 1200 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.6:9 |
| Pixel Density | 254 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 86.97 % |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 90.40 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
|
Design |
|
|---|---|
| Height | 166.47 mm |
| Width | 78.23 mm |
| Thickness | 8.88 mm |
| Weight | 224 grams |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof, IP64 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
|
Click to View
|
Rear Camera
(Good)
|
||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | ||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||
| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus | |||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 6120 x 8160 Pixels | |||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes | High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) | |||||||||||||||
| Camera Features | 10 x Digital Zoom | |||||||||||||||
| Video Recording |
Full HD @30/60 fps HD @30/60 fps |
|||||||||||||||
| Video Recording Features |
Dual Video Recording Slow Motion |
|||||||||||||||
Rear Camera Samples
Daylight / HDR Auto
Max Zoom Supported 10x
Long Shot 10X
Long Shot 5X
Long Shot 3X
Long Shot 1X
High Res
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
|
Front Camera
(Very Good)
|
||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | ||||||||
|
||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Screen flash | |||||||
| Video Recording |
Full HD @30 fps HD @30 fps |
|||||||
Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
|
Battery
(Excellent)
|
||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 8000 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Si/C Li-Ion | |||
| Quick Charging | Yes, 45W Super Charging, 50% in 47 minutes | |||
|
Battery Test Results
|
Storage |
|
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
Network & Connectivity |
|
|---|---|
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
|
| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.4 |
| GPS | Yes with Glonass |
| NFC | No |
| IR Blaster | No |
Multimedia |
|
|---|---|
| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors |
|
|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Recent Stories
OnePlus N6 5G User Reviews
OnePlus N6 5G Key Highlights
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex |
| RAM & Storage | 4 GB RAM + 128 GB 6 GB RAM + 128 GB |
| Display | 6.8", 720 x 1570 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 8000 mAh |
Popular Links
- All Upcoming Phones
- Upcoming OnePlus Phones
- Samsung Galaxy M47 5G
- Nothing Phone 4b
- OPPO Reno16 5G
- Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Samsung Mobiles
- Motorola Mobiles
- vivo Mobiles
- OPPO Mobiles
- Tecno Mobiles
- realme Mobiles
- Xiaomi Mobiles