OnePlus 15 vs Realme 16 Pro+
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $799 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 Pro+ has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,392,392).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Realme 16 Pro+
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Realme 16 Pro+ better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $799
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Realme 16 Pro+, the OnePlus 15 scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Realme 16 Pro+ — 72/100; 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 Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Realme 16 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 1392392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $330 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Realme 16 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 159.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $469. Realme 16 Pro+ was $469 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (78/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16 Pro+?
The OnePlus 15 is noticeably better than the Realme 16 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Realme 16 Pro+?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Realme 16 Pro+ — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16 Pro+?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16 Pro+?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Realme 16 Pro+?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users.