Motorola Moto G96 vs OnePlus 15
The Motorola Moto G96 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $219 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 798,429); the Motorola Moto G96 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G96
OnePlus 15
What makes Motorola Moto G96 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 178g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $799
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 50/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 30W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G96 vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G96 — 66/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G96 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G96 | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" pOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×73.3×7.9 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- 6.7" pOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G96
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G96 and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Motorola Moto G96 by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $580. Motorola Moto G96 was $580 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (97/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G96 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (89/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G96 or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G96 and the OnePlus 15?
The Motorola Moto G96 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G96 or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G96 or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G96 over the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.