OnePlus 15T vs Samsung Galaxy A52
The OnePlus 15T (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $799 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15T leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15T has the bigger battery (6400 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,927,976 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15T
Samsung Galaxy A52
What makes OnePlus 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3927976 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6400 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $799
- Better portability (61/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15T vs the Samsung Galaxy A52, the OnePlus 15T scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (84/100 vs 39/100). Value score: OnePlus 15T — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A52 — 20/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15T | Samsung Galaxy A52 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3927976 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6400 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 150.6×71.8×8.4 mm | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $400 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15T
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15T and Samsung Galaxy A52, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15T leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 659.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Samsung Galaxy A52 was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (89/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (84/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15T or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15T and the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The OnePlus 15T has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15T or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The OnePlus 15T leads on camera score (78/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15T or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The OnePlus 15T leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15T over the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The OnePlus 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.