OnePlus has officially launched the OnePlus 15 in China—ushering in a new era for flagship smartphones with its adoption of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Unveiled in late October 2025, the device arrives boasting a compelling combination of speed, battery life, and camera prowess, setting a high bar for rivals like Oppo, iQOO, and even Apple.
Powerhouse Performance Meets Refined Design
At the heart of the OnePlus 15 is Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, which reportedly outperforms Apple’s new A19 in multi-core and gaming tasks. This chip is paired with 16GB of blazing-fast LPDDR5X Ultra+ RAM at 10,667Mbps, making multitasking or demanding mobile gaming feel effortless. Users will notice the phone’s smoothness thanks not only to the hardware, but also to software optimizations with OxygenOS 16, further enhancing responsiveness and efficiency.
The display pulls no punches either: a 1.5K OLED panel with a zippy 165Hz refresh rate, providing velvety-smooth animations and an impressive 1,800 nits of peak brightness. OnePlus also addresses the unpleasant green tint issue sometimes seen from certain angles, thanks to new materials in the display construction. The device comes in an eye-catching “Sand Storm” finish, protected by a ceramic-grade coating for extra durability.
Big Battery, Blazing Charging, and Camera Excellence
Battery life gets a considerable boost with a 7,300mAh cell—one of the largest in class. Unlike the Oppo Find X9 Pro’s 7,500mAh battery, the OnePlus 15 charges even faster: 120W wired charging and 50W wireless charging mean you’ll spend less time plugged in. For content creators and photography fans, the OnePlus 15’s triple-50MP camera setup (main at 24mm, ultrawide, and telephoto) plus a 32MP selfie camera is a serious draw. The device stands out with 8K video recording at 30fps, catering to those who demand professional-grade video on the go.
With premium specs and a refined design, OnePlus is, once again, making a direct play for the enthusiast market. The OnePlus 15 not only competes fiercely with Android rivals like the Oppo Find X9 Pro and iQOO 15, but also sets sights squarely on Apple’s iPhone 17, using a blend of camera upgrades, speed, and smart features to attract hardcore and mainstream users alike.
The OnePlus 15 is up for grabs in China, with a broader global and Indian release rolling out in the coming weeks—just in time for the fierce end-of-year flagship battles.
