OxygenOS 16 Update Tracker: Which OnePlus Phones Get Android 16 in December?

OnePlus is aggressively expanding the reach of its latest operating system, OxygenOS 16 update, shifting its focus from current flagships to legacy favorites and mid-range devices. following a successful initial deployment in November—which saw the update land on premium hardware like the OnePlus 13 and the foldable OnePlus Open—the manufacturer is now widening the net.

While the initial wave primarily targeted the brand’s upper echelon, November also saw a surprising early arrival of stable builds for select Nord series models, putting OnePlus ahead of its projected schedule. As we move deeper into December, the company has confirmed that six specific devices are slated to receive the Android 16-based firmware this month.

The December Rollout: Who Gets It?

According to the official roadmap, the December expansion covers a mix of high-performance legacy devices and current mid-range handsets. Notably, the rollout is already underway for the majority of the list. Because OnePlus utilizes a staged rollout method to ensure stability, users across different regions should expect the OTA (Over-The-Air) notification to arrive in batches over the coming days.

Devices currently receiving OxygenOS 16:

• OnePlus 11 5G

• OnePlus Nord 5

• OnePlus Nord CE 5

• OnePlus Nord 4

Devices scheduled for late December:

• OnePlus 11R 5G

• OnePlus Nord 3 5G

Owners of the OnePlus 11R and the Nord 3 should keep an eye on their system settings, as these updates are imminent. Given the company’s recent track record of beating its own deadlines, there is a strong possibility that additional unlisted devices could see surprise updates before the year concludes.

Looking Ahead: The Q1 2026 Finale

As OnePlus wraps up 2025, the company has already outlined the third and final phase of the OxygenOS 16 lifecycle. Scheduled for the first quarter of 2026, this phase will bring the latest software to the remainder of the eligible portfolio.

The early 2026 roadmap targets the OnePlus 10 Pro, Nord CE 4, Nord CE 4 Lite, as well as the tablet lineup, including the OnePlus Pad and OnePlus Pad Lite. Users of these devices can expect to see the Android 16 upgrade arrive between January and March.