The OnePlus 15R has officially launched in India on December 17, 2025, and boasts a larger battery than the flagship OnePlus 15 model. While the OnePlus 15 features a 7,300mAh battery, the 15R comes with a substantial 7,400mAh battery. This difference, though seemingly small, positions the OnePlus 15R as a potential leader in battery endurance within the OnePlus lineup.
Key Specs and Features of the OnePlus 15R
The OnePlus 15R features a 6.83-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection. The display has a resolution of 1272x2800 pixels and a pixel density of 450 ppi. It also boasts up to 1800 nits of brightness.
Under the hood, the device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, coupled with 12GB of LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. The phone runs on Android 16 with OxygenOS 16.
In terms of cameras, the OnePlus 15R sports a dual rear camera setup. It has a 50MP primary camera with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide lens. The front-facing camera is a 32MP shooter. It is capable of shooting 4K video at 120fps.
The large 7,400mAh battery supports 80W SuperVOOC wired fast charging. OnePlus claims the battery is designed to maintain at least 80% of its original capacity after four years of use. The device also features a 360° Cryo-Velocity Cooling System.
Other notable features include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, dual stereo speakers, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. The phone also has IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance.
OnePlus 15R vs. OnePlus 15
The OnePlus 15R shares many similarities with the flagship OnePlus 15 but has a few key differences. The OnePlus 15 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and features a triple camera setup with three 50MP sensors. It also supports 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging, which is not available on the 15R.
The OnePlus 15 boasts a slightly smaller 6.78-inch display. It also has a telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom.
Pricing and Availability
The OnePlus 15R is priced at Rs. 47,999 for the base variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The model with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage costs Rs. 52,999. It is available in Charcoal Black and Mint Breeze colors. Preorders are live, and the phone is scheduled to go on sale starting December 22, 2025.
Conclusion
The OnePlus 15R offers a compelling combination of performance, features, and battery life at a competitive price point. Its larger battery capacity compared to the flagship OnePlus 15 makes it an attractive option for users who prioritize long battery endurance.
