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OnePlus Sets April 28 China Launch for Ace 6 Ultra With Snap-On Gaming Controller

The China-first launch signals OnePlus is betting on a phone-plus-controller model for mobile gaming.

Overview

  • OnePlus confirmed on Weibo that the Ace 6 Ultra will debut in China on April 28 with a branded snap-on controller that turns the phone into a handheld-style device.
  • The shell attaches to the back, keeps movement and camera on the touchscreen, and adds four rear triggers with a 1,000Hz polling rate and about 1.8ms response.
  • OnePlus showed support for a magnetic cooling fan, a dedicated gaming antenna, and USB-C passthrough charging to manage heat and power during long play.
  • Reported hardware points to a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chip with up to 16GB of RAM, a 6.78-inch 165Hz display, and an approximately 8,600mAh battery.
  • A wider rollout remains unclear, with no global launch confirmed and outlets warning that international buyers may need to import the device.