Oppo Reveals Which 40 Phones Will receive The ColorOS 16 Update

Monday, 20 October 2025 at 00:33

Oppo has officially unveiled ColorOS 16, its next major software upgrade built on Android 16. The update will roll out to 43 Oppo phones and tablets, starting in China on October 30. The Find X9 and Find X9 Pro will be the first devices to launch with the new software, while existing models will begin receiving updates soon after. The company says global rollout plans will be shared later.

A Fresh Look and Feel

ColorOS 16 introduces a redesigned interface that Oppo describes as being inspired by the “interplay of light and shadow” in nature. The update brings a softer look, smoother movements, and cleaner animations throughout the system. Everything feels more natural and easier on the eyes, making wallpapers and widgets stand out in a nicer way.

Seamless Animation and Performance

A lot of the real changes happen behind the scenes. Oppo has added a new feature called Seamless Animation that makes switching between apps, screens, and widgets feel effortless. Whether you’re opening an app, scrolling through menus, or jumping between tasks, ColorOS 16 feels faster and more responsive. The company says it’s worked on cutting down tiny stutters and touch delays, especially on phones with high refresh rate screens.

New Personalisation Tools

Oppo is also putting more emphasis on customisation. Users can now set motion photos or short videos as dynamic wallpapers. An expanded font library lets you pick styles that fit your personal taste or even have AI create one that matches your background image.

The Always On Display has been redesigned to show your full wallpaper, similar to Apple’s iPhone AOD style. It no longer limits the view to just glanceable icons and notifications. The new Flux Home Screen layout adds flexibility by letting users adjust the size of icons and folders for a more personalised setup.

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The first wave of updates begins in late October with the Find X8 and Find N5 series. In November, the Find X7 lineup and Reno 14 series will start getting the update. By December, it’ll reach more devices like the Find N2, Find X6, and K13 Turbo.

Older phones, including the Find X5 Pro and a few models from the Reno and K series, are expected to get it sometime in early 2026. Oppo’s tablets, including the Pad 3, Pad 2, and Pad SE, will also be updated in the same window.

Full List of ColorOS 16 rollout

October

Oppo Find N5
Oppo Find N5 Satellite Communication Edition
Oppo Find X8 Ultra
Oppo Find X8s+
Oppo Find X8s
Oppo Find X8 Pro
Oppo Find X8 Satellite Communication Edition
Oppo Find X8

November

Oppo Find N3
Oppo Find N3 Flip
Oppo Find X7 Ultra Satellite Communication Edition
Oppo Find X7 Ultra
Oppo Find X7
Oppo Reno14 Pro+
Oppo Reno14 Pro
Oppo Reno14
Oppo Reno13

December

Oppo Find N2
Oppo Find N2 Flip
Oppo Find X6 Pro
Oppo Find X6
Oppo K13 Turbo Pro
Oppo K13 Turbo

Q1 2026

Oppo Find X5 Pro (Dual Edition)
Oppo Find X5 Pro
Oppo Find X5
Oppo Reno12 Pro+
Oppo Reno12 Pro
Oppo Reno12
Oppo Reno11 Pro+
Oppo Reno11 Pro
Oppo Reno11
Oppo Reno10 Pro+
Oppo Reno9 Pro+
Oppo K13s
Oppo K13x
Oppo K12
Oppo K12 Plus
Oppo K12s
Oppo K12x
Oppo Pad 3
Oppo Pad 2
Oppo Pad SE

ColorOS 16 marks a major visual and performance shift for Oppo’s software, combining aesthetic polish with practical improvements. With smoother animations, deeper personalisation, and a wider rollout plan, it’s shaping up to be one of the company’s most refined updates yet.

ColorOS 16