OnePlus 12R vs OnePlus 15
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-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 1,844,595).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
OnePlus 15
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 62/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads OnePlus 12R by 48.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. OnePlus 12R was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (89/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12R or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.