Key Takeaways
1. OnePlus will launch the Ace 5 Extreme Edition and Ace 5 Racing Edition on May 27 at 14:30 China time (06:30 UTC).
2. The new Ace 5 models will feature a ‘minimalist metal ring’ lens design with two rear-facing cameras and will come in three different finishes.
3. The Ace 5 Extreme Edition is expected to be powered by the Dimensity 9400+, aiming to compete with the flagship OnePlus 13.
4. The Ace 5 Racing Edition will utilize the Dimensity 9400e chipset, which is less powerful than the Extreme Edition.
5. There is uncertainty about whether the new Ace 5 smartphones will be marketed under different names in other regions.
OnePlus has revealed the date for its upcoming launch event, just a day after Evan Blass posted images of two unreleased Ace 5 smartphones. The company has confirmed that the devices Blass showed off will be the main highlight of the event, even though they also teased a new 100 W GaN charger beforehand.
Event Details
The launch event is set to begin at 14:30 China time on May 27, which translates to 06:30 UTC on the same day. According to the promotional video shared, OnePlus will unveil the Ace 5 Extreme Edition and Ace 5 Racing Edition. These will be the third and fourth additions to the Ace series, following the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro. Additionally, the company mentioned that both models will be offered in three different finishes, each featuring a ‘minimalist metal ring’ lens design that holds two rear-facing cameras.
Specifications and Competition
The Ace 5 Extreme Edition is expected to launch next week, powered by the Dimensity 9400+, positioning it to rival the flagship OnePlus 13 (currently priced at $949 on Amazon). This device will be enhanced by MediaTek’s latest flagship chipset, including dedicated G1 eSports Wi-Fi and Lingxi touch responsive chips. On the other hand, the Ace 5 Racing Edition will use the slightly less robust Dimensity 9400e. However, it is still unclear if OnePlus has plans to market these new Ace 5 smartphones under different names in other regions.
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