OnePlus 15 vs Realme 16x
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Realme 16x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $799 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 528,398); the OnePlus 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Realme 16x
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Lighter: 213g vs 217g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Realme 16x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $799
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Realme 16x, the OnePlus 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 60/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Realme 16x — 28/100; 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 16x (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Realme 16x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 166.5×78.2×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $299 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme 16x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Realme 16x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Realme 16x by 582.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Realme 16x was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (84/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Realme 16x — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.