OnePlus 15 vs Redmi Note 15
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 57/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5520); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 825,374); the Redmi Note 15 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Redmi Note 15
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 825374
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 15 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 178g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $799
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Redmi Note 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 29 points higher (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 54/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Redmi Note 15 — 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 Redmi Note 15 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Redmi Note 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 825374 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5520 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $229 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 15
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Redmi Note 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Redmi Note 15 by 336.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Redmi Note 15 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (78/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (89/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 by 29 points (86/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Redmi Note 15?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 15 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Redmi Note 15?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.