Apple iPhone 17 vs OnePlus 15s
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the OnePlus 15s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15s leads — 83/100 vs 76/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15s has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15s is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
OnePlus 15s
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 195g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 64/100)
What makes OnePlus 15s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $799
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the OnePlus 15s, the OnePlus 15s scores 7 points higher (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (98/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (89/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, OnePlus 15s — 80/100; 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 15s is a bit better (98/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15s (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | OnePlus 15s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2640x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 177 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 15s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15s
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 15s
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and OnePlus 15s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15s leads Apple iPhone 17 by 45.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. OnePlus 15s was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (98/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15s (86/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (89/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the OnePlus 15s?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the OnePlus 15s — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 15s?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s leads on performance (98/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the OnePlus 15s?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OnePlus 15s is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.