Apple iPhone 17e vs OnePlus 15
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, 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 59/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
OnePlus 15
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3639
- Lighter: 163g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9454
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 27 points higher (86/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 89/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (89/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | 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 | 163 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Apple iPhone 17e by 40.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 17e was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (89/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 27 points (86/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 17e 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.