OnePlus launched its 2025 flagship, the OnePlus 15, in India on November 13. This device becomes the first in the country to feature the 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Needless to say, OnePlus has attempted to take the flagship to the next level with this device. Let us take a look at the features offered in the premium price range.
OnePlus 15 Specifications
Starting with the processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is a 3nm chipset that features an octa-core CPU with two prime cores, and is further coupled with the Adreno 840 GPU for enhanced graphics. If we were to believe in the on-paper specs, then we can see a boost in both speed and power efficiency.
The phone features a 6.78-inch AMOLED LTPO display with a 1.5K resolution and a smooth refresh rate of 165Hz. In fact, it’s the first smartphone to feature a 165 Hz OLED display at 1.5K resolution. The panel reaches a peak brightness of 1800nits and can dim as low as 0.5nits for nighttime use.
When it comes to the camera, the camera, the OnePlus 15 packs a triple 50MP camera setup. The primary sensor is a Sony 1/1.56-inch unit with OIS, supported by a 50MP ultra-wide camera and a 50MP telephoto lens that offers 3.5x optical zoom. For selfies, there is a 32MP front camera that supports 4K video recording at 60fps.
The OnePlus 15 packs a massive 7,300mAh cell. The charging support is a 120W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging support.
Further, this OnePlus flagship runs on OxygenOS 16, which offers a cleaner interface and AI-powered capabilities for improved usage.
OnePlus 15 Price in India
The OnePlus 15 will be available in three color options: Absolute Black, Misty Purple, and Sand Dune. OnePlus’s strategy to position its devices in the premium smartphone segment is evident in this year’s iteration as well. The 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant is priced at INR 72,999, and the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant is priced at INR 79,999.
The phone is available for sale on the official OnePlus channels and Amazon India.
Overall, if we see the on-paper specifications, OnePlus has focused on upgrading the performance, display quality, and photography. It promises to balance raw power with use-centric features and a good design that can appeal to flagship enthusiasts in India for a device in the premium segment.
November Lineup: Other Phones with Snapdragon Chipsets
November is packed with notable smartphone launches, and that too with the same Snapdragon chipset. The Realme GT 8 Pro is set to launch on November 20, 2025, while the IQOO 15 is set to launch on November 26, 2025.
The common thing between these phones and the OnePlus 15 is that all the devices will feature the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. So, it will be interesting to see how these phones perform with the chipset and what experience they will provide to the users at a premium price range.
