OnePlus 15 vs Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; launch prices were $799 and $349. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 20/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 2350); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is noticeably lighter (138g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 2350 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 better?
- Lighter: 138g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $799
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, the OnePlus 15 scores 66 points higher (86/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 15/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 0/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (89/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 4.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1280x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 2350 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 135.4×66.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 138 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $349 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 4.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 2350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 1775.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (97/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (84/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (89/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 66 points (86/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.