OnePlus 15 vs Poco X8 Pro
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $799 and $350. 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 6000); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,977,887); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Poco X8 Pro
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1977887
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $799
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Poco X8 Pro, 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 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 60/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $350 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Poco X8 Pro by 82.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Poco X8 Pro was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Poco X8 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Poco X8 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.