OnePlus 15 vs Samsung Galaxy A36
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 52/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 816,934); the Samsung Galaxy A36 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Samsung Galaxy A36
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 816934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $799
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Samsung Galaxy A36, the OnePlus 15 scores 34 points higher (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 48/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100; 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 A36 (97/100 vs 54/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy A36 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Samsung Galaxy A36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 816934 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $330 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Samsung Galaxy A36, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 341.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $469. Samsung Galaxy A36 was $469 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (97/100 vs 54/100).
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 Samsung Galaxy A36 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (89/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 by 34 points (86/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A36 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.