OnePlus 15 vs Realme 16
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo; launch prices were $799 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 53/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Realme 16
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $799
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Realme 16, the OnePlus 15 scores 33 points higher (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 63/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Realme 16 — 68/100; 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 (97/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Realme 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $199 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Realme 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Realme 16 by 520.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Realme 16 was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (97/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (89/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 33 points (86/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Realme 16 — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.