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OnePlus 15 review: huge battery, fast charging, weaker cameras

The OnePlus 15 pairs a 7,300mAh battery and 120W charging with a 165Hz screen and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, but its cameras take a step back.

OnePlus 15 review: huge battery, fast charging, weaker cameras

How we reviewed this phone: WebBuild Tech has not tested the OnePlus 15 ourselves. This review brings together the published specifications and the findings of GSMArena’s full hands-on review, which included lab tests of the battery, display and cameras. Opinions below are attributed to that testing. Prices and availability in Nigeria vary, so check with authorised retailers.

The OnePlus 15 launched on 28 October 2025. It drops the Hasselblad camera branding of the OnePlus 13 and focuses instead on speed and stamina: a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, a 6.78-inch 165Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, a 7,300mAh battery and 120W wired charging (50% in 15 minutes, full in 40 minutes).

GSMArena puts the launch price at €950 for the base model, or €999 for the higher memory version during the early bird sale.

Quick verdict

GSMArena calls the OnePlus 15 “an excellent all-rounder with some camera missteps”. It handles heavy loads very well and has an excellent display, fast charging, chart-topping battery life, a robust IP68/IP69K design and smooth software. The ultrawide and selfie cameras are the weak points.

Key specifications

Released 2025, October 28
Display 6.78 inches, LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 1272 x 2772 pixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Memory 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM; no memory card slot
Rear cameras 50MP wide, 50MP periscope telephoto, 50MP ultrawide
Selfie camera 32MP wide
Video (rear) 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps
Battery Si/C Li-Ion 7300 mAh
Charging 120W wired, 120W UFCS, 55W PPS, 36W PD, 36W QC, 50% in 15 min, 100% in 40 min; wireless charging
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass 7i or Crystal Shield Glass) or glass-fiber reinforced plastic back
Water/dust resistance IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min)
Size and weight 161.4 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm, 211 g or 215 g
Software Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China)
NFC Yes
SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time); · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Specifications from GSMArena’s OnePlus 15 spec sheet. Some features vary by market.

What reviewers liked

  • Excellent 165Hz display
  • Attractive, tough design with IP68/IP69K protection
  • Support for magnetic accessories
  • Chart-topping battery life with very fast charging
  • Good main and telephoto cameras
  • Polished software with four major OS upgrades

What could be better

  • Overall camera quality could be better, especially the ultrawide and selfie cameras
  • The telephoto cannot focus close up
  • Faces strong competition from flagships with better cameras at launch price

Why the cameras changed

The reviewers believe OnePlus deliberately stepped back on cameras to avoid competing with sister brand Oppo, leaving the Oppo Find X9 Pro as the group’s best camera phone.

Who should buy it

Ideal for heavy users and gamers who want the longest battery life and fastest charging. If photography is your priority, look at camera-focused flagships.

Other published reviews

For more opinions on the OnePlus 15, read these independent reviews:

Buying tips for Nigeria

  • Buy from an authorised dealer or the brand’s official store so you get a valid local warranty.
  • Dial *#06# and make sure the IMEI matches the box. See our guide on how to check a phone is original.
  • Imported units may not support every Nigerian network band or come with warranty support here, so confirm before paying.

Sources: GSMArena OnePlus 15 review, GSMArena verdict, GSMArena specifications.

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