Apple iPhone 16e vs OnePlus 15
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
OnePlus 15
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Better portability (80/100 vs 50/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, OnePlus 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 45.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 16e was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.