OnePlus 15 vs Redmi Note 5
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636; launch prices were $799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 25/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Redmi Note 5
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Better portability (80/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Redmi Note 5, the OnePlus 15 scores 61 points higher (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 32/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Redmi Note 5 — 10/100; 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 5 (97/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Redmi Note 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 282713 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 294 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1083 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Redmi Note 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Redmi Note 5 by 1175.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Redmi Note 5 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (97/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (89/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 61 points (86/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.