OnePlus 15 to feature fastest-ever 165Hz display on a smartphone

OnePlus 15

OnePlus is gearing up to launch the OnePlus 15 in China later this month, and the spotlight is on its display. The company has been teasing the phone on social media, revealing that it could be the first smartphone in the world to feature BOE’s next-generation Oriental Screen.

So, what makes this display special? The 6.78-inch BOE X3 OLED panel is expected to combine a 1.5K resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate,  a first for any phone. While some devices have offered high refresh rates or sharp screens, none have paired both together like this. For comparison, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro had a 165Hz refresh rate but at a lower FHD resolution, while other flagship phones offered higher resolution but capped the refresh rate at 120Hz.

The OnePlus 15’s display aims to balance smoothness and clarity, making it appealing for gamers and those who scroll, watch videos, or play high-frame-rate games. This is a step up from the OnePlus 13, which featured a second-generation BOE screen with a dynamic 1–120Hz refresh rate and QHD+ resolution.

The new panel also promises to be easy on the eyes. It is expected to achieve hardware-level 1-nit brightness, allowing comfortable reading in very dark rooms, and comes with TÜV Rheinland Intelligent Eye Care 5.0 certification. This includes features like reduced blue light, flicker-free brightness, and adaptive lighting for different environments. DisplayMate is also expected to give the screen an A++ rating, keeping it on par with the OnePlus 13.

OnePlus says the display will bring eight technological breakthroughs and nine world records, which will be revealed at the official unveiling in Shenzhen on October 14.

With its combination of 165Hz smoothness, sharp visuals, and eye-friendly features, the OnePlus 15 is shaping up as a gamer-friendly flagship. While devices like the iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra may still lead in brightness and colour accuracy, the OnePlus 15 could offer a unique mix of speed, efficiency, and comfort. For anyone who spends hours on their phone, this display promises a noticeable difference in daily use — whether it’s gaming, scrolling, or streaming.