Apple iPhone 17 vs OnePlus 15T
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the OnePlus 15T (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15T leads — 86/100 vs 76/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15T has the bigger battery (6400 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,927,976 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
OnePlus 15T
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 206g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 51/100)
What makes OnePlus 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3927976 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6400 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the OnePlus 15T, the OnePlus 15T scores 10 points higher (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (98/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (84/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, OnePlus 15T — 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 15T is a bit better (98/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15T (73/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | OnePlus 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3927976 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6400 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 150.6×71.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 15T
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and OnePlus 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15T leads Apple iPhone 17 by 45.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (98/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (84/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15T (73/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 15T?
The OnePlus 15T is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the OnePlus 15T?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the OnePlus 15T — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 15T?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 15T?
The OnePlus 15T leads on performance (98/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the OnePlus 15T?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OnePlus 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.