OnePlus 15: Quick Summary

The OnePlus 15 is the next big flagship phone from OnePlus.
It launched in India on 13 November 2025 at 7 PM IST. Sales start the same day at 8 PM IST on Amazon and the OnePlus store.

It has already launched in China and will now ship to global markets.
Here are the main highlights we know so far:
Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED with 165Hz refresh rate
Battery: 7,300mAh (fast charge 120W wired, 50W wireless)
Rear camera: Triple 50MP system with periscope zoom lens
OS: OxygenOS 16 (global) / ColorOS 16 (China) based on Android 16
Build: IP68 / IP69K grade water and dust protection, new “Sand Storm” finish option with stronger frame coating

Expected India price: starting near ₹64,999 for the base model (12GB + 256GB), based on early price chatter and China launch pricing near ¥3,999 (~$560).

Now let’s go deep into every part so you can decide if you should buy it on day one.

OnePlus 15 Launch Date in India

OnePlus has confirmed the India launch event for 13 November 2025 at 7 PM IST.
OnePlus 15 will go on sale the same night at 8 PM IST.

This is faster than older OnePlus global rollouts. In past years, China got the phone first and India had to wait weeks.

Now, India is in the first wave.
Why this matters for you:
You can buy it on launch night.
You can lock bank offers and early coupons fast.
You get the new chip before many rival phones.

OnePlus 15 Price (Expected)

In China, the starting price for the OnePlus 15 is ¥3,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. That is about $560 USD.

In India, early estimates place the base price near ₹64,999 for a similar 12GB + 256GB model.

This is not final MRP yet, but it gives us a fair zone:
Base model: ~₹65K
Higher RAM / 512GB: higher
1TB model: top tier

At this price band, the OnePlus 15 aims to take on other premium phones that use the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and high refresh displays.

If OnePlus keeps the 120W fast charge in India and does not cut battery size, that price will look strong next to Samsung and Apple flagships, which cost more and still charge slower. This is an inference based on current India flagship pricing trends and the leaked spec sheet.

OnePlus 15 Design and Build

Look and colors

The OnePlus 15 comes in:
Sand Storm (beige / desert tone)
Absolute Black
Mist Purple

The Sand Storm color is special.
OnePlus says it uses a new micro-arc oxidation process (MAO). This makes the frame harder and more scratch resistant: about 3.4x harder than normal aluminum and 1.3x tougher than titanium, based on OnePlus claims.

This means:

Less dent risk if you drop it.
Less bend risk in pocket.
Matte feel, not glossy.

The rear panel may use fiberglass on some trims. That keeps weight low but still gives a premium in-hand feel.

Size and shape

The phone body is around 161.4 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm and weighs about 211g to 215g, based on China model data.

It has:

The curved metal frame looks slim from the side.
Large camera island on the back.
IP68 / IP69K water and dust rating.

It means it can stand high pressure water jets and high temp spray in lab tests. This level is often seen in tools, not phones.

Why build matters

If you travel, shoot video outdoors, or just drop your phone often, this build can last longer than a glass-only phone with weak sealing.

OnePlus 15 Display

The OnePlus 15 uses a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED screen.
Resolution: 1.5K (2772 x 1272).
Peak refresh rate: 165Hz.

Let’s break that:

LTPO means the screen can change refresh rate on the fly.
It can drop low to save battery and jump high for smooth play.

165Hz is higher than the common 120Hz.
Most games still cap at 120Hz or less, but 165Hz gives headroom for future titles, and smoother feel in menus and scrolling.

Bright panel.
The panel can hit very high brightness (well past 1500 nits) for outdoor use, based on China spec sheets.

Eye comfort.
The screen has TÜV eye care cert and supports “1 nit” low light mode. That means late night reading with less eye strain.

In simple words:
You get a sharp, fast, bright screen that will please gamers and binge-watch users.

OnePlus 15 Performance and Chipset

The OnePlus 15 runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. This is Qualcomm’s newest 3nm flagship chip for 2025 phones.

Why this chip matters:

Higher CPU and GPU speed for gaming.
Better AI on the device.
Better power draw for long screen-on use.
RAM is LPDDR5X and storage is UFS 4.1.
That means fast app load, fast file move, and smooth multitask.

Cooling:
OnePlus adds an “ice river” cooling system in this phone. The brand says this keeps frame heat low while gaming. It also has a “G2 network chip” to steady ping in online games.

In daily use this means:

Less lag in BGMI / COD Mobile style games.

Fewer frame drops when recording screen and gaming at the same time.

Less hot feel near the camera bump.

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OnePlus 15 Battery and Charging

Battery: 7,300mAh.
Wired charge: 120W.
Wireless charge: 50W.
7,300mAh is huge for a mainstream phone.
Many flagships still sit near 5,000mAh.

Why this is a big deal:

You can push 165Hz, GPS, camera, and 5G and still get through a long work day.
You can travel without panic charging every few hours.

OnePlus claims you can reach about 50% in 15 minutes with the fast charger.
That means a quick top-up before you leave home can cover most of your day.

Note: It is still not clear if the global / India model will keep the full 7,300mAh pack. Sometimes brands lower battery size for export models to meet weight or heat rules. This part will be confirmed on launch day, but right now OnePlus has not said there will be a battery cut for India. This is based on past trends where some global OnePlus models shipped with minor changes.

OnePlus 15 Camera

Rear camera setup:

50MP main wide sensor with OIS.
50MP periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom.
50MP ultra wide.

Front camera:

32MP selfie cam with 4K video support. W

Key camera notes:

No more Hasselblad tags.
OnePlus is moving to its own DetailMax image engine for tuning and color.

Periscope lens.
This helps clear zoom shots at mid and long range. Handy for stage shows, kids’ sports day, live events, etc.

8K video on rear cam.
Good for pro users and content makers.

Better night shots.
OnePlus claims LUMO image tech will grab more light and more detail in dark scenes.

What this means in real life:
Clean 1x shots in day light.
Strong zoom at 3.5x and up.
Stable low light pics without long hand-hold.

If you post Reels or Shorts, the 4K selfie video is also nice. Most phones in this band still lock the front cam at 1080p.

OnePlus 15 Software

China units run ColorOS 16 (Android 16 base).
Global / India units are expected to ship with OxygenOS 16.

OxygenOS 16 is the next step after OxygenOS 15, which already added AI tools like:

AI Detail Boost to fix crop blur
AI Unblur to clean noise
AI Reflection Eraser to kill window glare
AI Notes to turn voice to clean text and summary

We expect more AI features in OxygenOS 16 on the OnePlus 15. OnePlus is also talking about “advanced personalization” with this launch. That points to a smarter lock screen, better always-on display, and better theme control.

Also expect:

Long software support.
OnePlus has been giving 4+ years of Android updates and 5 years of security on top models like the OnePlus 12.
With OnePlus 15, support may match or beat that, since this is now a direct rival to Samsung flagships in India.

This matters because it affects resale value.
A phone with a long update promise sells for more in the used market.

OnePlus 15 vs OnePlus 13

The OnePlus 13 (global Jan 2025) came with:

Snapdragon 8 Elite chip
120Hz AMOLED
~6000mAh battery on many models
Hasselblad-tuned camera

The OnePlus 15 now moves up with:

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (newer gen)
165Hz display
7,300mAh battery
Periscope zoom cam
IP69K style seal
New Sand Storm body finish with tougher frame
OnePlus in-house camera tuning instead of Hasselblad

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In short, OnePlus 15 is not a tiny step.
It is a big refresh in battery, zoom, and build strength.

Who Should Buy the OnePlus 15

You should buy the OnePlus 15 if:

You game a lot.
The chip, fast screen, and cooling are built for high frame rate play
You shoot video and zoom photos.
Triple 50MP cams with periscope zoom and 4K selfie video help you make clean social content without extra gear.
You need long battery life.
A 7,300mAh cell plus 120W fast charge means less battery fear.
You want a tough phone.
The new frame tech and IP69K seal are rare in this price band.