OnePlus 15 vs Redmi K50
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100; launch prices were $799 and $310. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 58/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Redmi K50
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $799
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Redmi K50, the OnePlus 15 scores 28 points higher (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 59/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Redmi K50 — 54/100; 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 Redmi K50 (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Redmi K50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 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 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $310 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Redmi K50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Redmi K50 by 230.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $489. Redmi K50 was $489 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (97/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (89/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi K50?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 28 points (86/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Redmi K50?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi K50 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi K50?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi K50?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Redmi K50?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.