OnePlus 15 vs Redmi Note 9 Pro
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $799 and $270. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 41/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Redmi Note 9 Pro
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $799
- Overall rating 41/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Redmi Note 9 Pro, the OnePlus 15 scores 45 points higher (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 53/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Redmi Note 9 Pro — 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 Redmi Note 9 Pro (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $270 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Redmi Note 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 596.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $529. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $529 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 45 points (86/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 9 Pro — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.