OnePlus 15: A flagship full of power with a catch
The OnePlus 15 delivers top-tier performance, a premium design, and excellent battery life, but takes a noticeable step back in camera quality compared to the OnePlus 13.
The OnePlus 15 arrives with major upgrades in performance and durability, making it one of the strongest all-round flagships this year.
Powered by Qualcomm’s newest Snapdragon chip, the phone feels fast, smooth, and solid in everyday use. The LTPO AMOLED display is brighter and sharper, and the IP69 rating pushes OnePlus into true “rugged flagship” territory.
Battery life is another standout. The larger silicon-carbon cell easily lasts a full day and charges quickly, making it one of the most reliable batteries seen on a OnePlus device.
Design is also a highlight, clean, modern, and one of the best of the year. It feels more premium and tougher than previous models.
But the trade-off is clear: the camera setup is a downgrade. OnePlus dropped the larger sensors and Hasselblad partnership found in older models, including the OnePlus 13. Photos are decent in daylight, but low-light performance and detail fall behind last year’s flagship. Compared to the OnePlus 13, the 15 wins in power, battery, and display, but loses in camera quality.
Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) echoed the same view in his review, strong performance, great battery, impressive durability, but a clear step back in the camera department.
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