OnePlus 15 vs OnePlus Nord 2
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the OnePlus Nord 2 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200; launch prices were $799 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 85/100 vs 54/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,621,671 vs 960,724); the OnePlus Nord 2 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 213g).
OnePlus 15
OnePlus Nord 2
- Higher AnTuTu: 3621671 vs 960724
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
- Lighter: 189g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $799
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the OnePlus Nord 2, the OnePlus 15 scores 31 points higher (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 82/100, OnePlus Nord 2 — 46/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (70/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | OnePlus Nord 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3621671 | 960724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1143 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 3353 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $400 |
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord 2
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Nord 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads OnePlus Nord 2 by 277.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $399. OnePlus Nord 2 was $399 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (89/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 2?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 by 31 points (85/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus Nord 2?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the OnePlus Nord 2 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 2?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 2?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the OnePlus Nord 2?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 2 is a better fit for everyday use.