OnePlus 15 Officially Launched in China with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 7300mAh Battery, and 165Hz Display

The wait is finally over OnePlus finally launched its new flagship OnePlus 15 in China. Intended to revolutionize smartphone performance and longevity, the new OnePlus 15 comes with a top-notch AMOLED LTPO display, Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and a gigantic 7300mAh battery with lightning-fast 120W charging capability. With innovations in display, camera, and performance, the OnePlus 15 sets new standards for 2025 flagship smartphones.

OnePlus 15 Display

OnePlus 15 boasts a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED LTPO screen with a sharp resolution of 2772×1272 pixels. With a smart adaptive refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz, the display is automatically adjusted according to usage for seamless scrolling and power efficiency. For gamers and multimedia users, the screen also allows for a peak refresh rate of 165Hz, providing an ultra-smooth experience.

The screen is further optimized with rich color calibration, high brightness, and enhanced touch sensitivity, rendering it ideal for gamers and content creators. Be it streaming HDR videos or scrolling through social media, OnePlus 15 promises clarity, color precision, and unprecedented smoothness.

OnePlus 15 Performance

Under the hood, the OnePlus 15 is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm) processor, along with the Adreno 840 GPU. Qualcomm's new processor provides amazing power efficiency and level-headed AI capabilities, making multitasking, gaming, and app launching faster than ever.

The smartphone features LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, providing blazing-fast read and write speeds. OnePlus provides several options 12GB or 16GB RAM and storage in 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB for both casual users and power users. Paired with Android 16 and ColorOS 16, the software performance is stylish, smart, and designed for everyday productivity.

Triple Camera System

The OnePlus 15 does not cut corners on photography as well. It features a triple 50MP camera setup at the back, spearheaded by a 50MP Sony primary sensor (OIS, f/1.8), a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens (116° FOV), and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens (3.5x optical zoom, OIS). This diverse lineup promises staggering detail, sharpness, and dynamic range in every photograph.

On the video front, users can record 4K videos at 120fps with Dolby Vision support, or even 8K footage, ensuring cinematic-level quality. For selfies and vlogging, there’s a 32MP front camera with support for 4K 60fps video, delivering crisp detail and natural skin tones even in challenging lighting conditions.

Built for Security, Durability, and Connectivity

OnePlus 15 features an in-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, which provides quick and reliable biometric authentication. It also has an infrared sensor for further utility, including smart device operation.

Durability is another significant point of pride the phone also holds IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K certifications, providing industry-leading protection against dust, water, and even high-pressure situations. Even with such rough-and-tough protection, the phone still has a slim design: 161.42×76.67×8.18mm for the Sand Dune model and 8.20mm for the Black and Purple models, weighing anywhere from 211g to 215g.

Connectivity features are also top-notch with 5G SA/NSA, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, and USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1). The dual 4G VoLTE and various global navigation systems such as Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS support is also available in the phone, ideal for international travelers.

Huge 7300mAh Battery with 120W Charging

For its battery, the device comes with a massive 7300mAh power-bank that lasts throughout the day and beyond. OnePlus pairs this with 120W SuperVOOC wired charging, which can fill the phone in a matter of minutes, and 50W wireless fast charging for on-the-go top-ups. With this level of power optimization and charging speeds, the OnePlus 15 never leaves you low on juice for work, play, or travel.

Premium Audio and Software Experience

In the audio department, the OnePlus 15 packs stereo speakers with high-fidelity sound output and USB Type-C audio support. The audio experience is immersive, whether you’re gaming, watching movies, or on a call.

Running on Android 16 with ColorOS 16, the interface offers a refined user experience with smoother animations, better AI enhancements, and improved privacy controls.

OnePlus 15 Pricing and Availability in China

The OnePlus 15 is currently available in China across five storage variants, with prices starting at ¥3999 (₹49,540 approx.). Here’s the full pricing breakdown:

Variant	Price (CNY)	Price (USD approx.)	Price (INR approx.)
12GB + 256GB	¥3999	$561	₹49,540
16GB + 256GB	¥4299	$603	₹53,255
12GB + 512GB	¥4599	$645	₹56,970
16GB + 512GB	¥4899	$687	₹60,700
16GB + 1TB	¥5399	$758	₹66,890

Equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 165Hz AMOLED screen, 7300mAh battery, and high-end camera configuration, the OnePlus 15 is a total beast for 2025. Its attention to ruggedness, futuristic build, and hyper-fast charging renders it one of the most feature-packed Android smartphones available right now. Although it's already out in China, Indian and international buyers can look forward to its release in the next few months probably with OxygenOS 16 instead of ColorOS.

The OnePlus 15 not just keeps up the company's tradition of delivering flagship innovation but also solidifies its place as one of the year's top smartphones.