OnePlus 15 vs OnePlus Nord 6
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the OnePlus Nord 6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $799 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 6 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 2,314,061).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
OnePlus Nord 6
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 2314061
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6649
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 81/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 47/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 6 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 210g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $799
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the OnePlus Nord 6, the OnePlus 15 scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 69/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, OnePlus Nord 6 — 62/100; 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 Nord 6 (97/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus Nord 6 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | OnePlus Nord 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 2314061 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2072 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6649 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $420 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord 6
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Nord 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads OnePlus Nord 6 by 55.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. OnePlus Nord 6 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (97/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (89/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus Nord 6 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 6?
The OnePlus 15 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 6 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus Nord 6?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the OnePlus Nord 6 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 6?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 6?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the OnePlus Nord 6?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users.