OnePlus 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 66/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3900); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 213g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the OnePlus 15 scores 20 points higher (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 29/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 117.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (89/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.