If you recently bought a OnePlus Nord 5, you might want to look away. Despite its predecessor hitting shelves just last July, the OnePlus Nord 6 appears to be right around the corner. The unannounced phone has popped up on multiple government certification websites this week, suggesting OnePlus is fast-tracking its release for early 2026.
Why This Is Unusual
Typically, phone companies stick to a yearly schedule. Since the Nord 5 arrived in the summer, most people expected the Nord 6 to follow suit in mid-2026. However, the device—carrying the model number CPH2795—has already been approved by regulators in Malaysia (SIRIM), the UAE (TDRA), and the global GCF database.
In the smartphone world, these certifications are usually the final step before a launch. When a phone shows up here, it means the hardware is finished, tested, and ready to ship. This timeline implies the Nord 6 could arrive months earlier than expected, possibly in the first quarter of the year.
The “Turbo” Connection
While we don’t have a confirmed specs sheet yet, the timing is suspicious. OnePlus is currently preparing to launch a new “Turbo 6” series in China. It is a common strategy for Chinese manufacturers to release a phone domestically under one name and then rebrand it for global markets later.
It is entirely possible that the global Nord 6 will be a tweaked version of this new Turbo hardware. If true, we could see a significant jump in performance, as the Turbo line is marketed as a gaming-focused powerhouse.
Market Impact & Context
Why the rush? The mid-range market is currently a bloodbath. Competitors like POCO and Realme are refreshing their lineups almost every six months to include the newest chips. If OnePlus waited until July to release the Nord 6, it would risk looking outdated against rivals launching in January and February.
By pushing the launch forward, OnePlus ensures it has a fresh contender ready to fight for market share in key regions like India and Southeast Asia right at the start of the year.
What Comes Next
With the regulatory paperwork already signed, a formal announcement is likely weeks, not months, away. We expect OnePlus to start teasing the device officially very soon.
