iQOO
iQOO 15
Best for: Sharp-screen gaming and media
Check price at iQOO e-store 3 more stores belowfirst productiQOO 15 vs OnePlus 15Smartphones compared: specs, who each suits, and where to buy
Updated 15 October 2026 · Specs from iQOO and OnePlus's official pages
Pick the iQOO 15 if you want the sharper 2K display and IP69 protection; pick the OnePlus 15 if you want the bigger battery, faster charging and a 165Hz gaming mode.
OnePlus
OnePlus 15
Best for: Battery life and fast charging
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Specs side by side
Only the specs that matter for this decision, read from each manufacturer's spec page.
SpeciQOO 15OnePlus 15
Display6.85-inch AMOLED, 3168 × 1440 (2K)6.78-inch, 2772 × 1272 (FHD+), 450 ppi
Refresh rateUp to 144Hz1–120Hz adaptive; up to 165Hz in games
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Rear cameras50MP main (Sony IMX921, OIS) + 50MP ultra-wide + 50MP 3x periscope (Sony IMX882)50MP main (Sony IMX906, OIS) + 50MP ultra-wide (OV50D) + 50MP 3.5x telephoto (OIS)
Front camera32MP, f/2.232MP, f/2.4
Battery7,000mAh7,300mAh
Charging100W wired, 40W wireless (dock sold separately)120W wired, 50W wireless
Dust and water ratingIP68 + IP69—
SoftwareOriginOS 6 (Android 16)OxygenOS 16 (Android 16)
Weight216.2g to 221g (varies by finish)211g to 215g (varies by finish)
Sources: iQOO 15 · OnePlus 15
Where to buy
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Strengths and trade-offs
iQOO 15
- 6.85-inch 2K AMOLED panel (3168 × 1440) is the sharper of the two
- Rated IP68 and IP69 for dust and water
- Triple 50MP rear setup with a 3x periscope telephoto
- 7,000mAh battery and 100W charging trail the OnePlus 15
- 40W wireless charging needs the official dock, sold separately
OnePlus 15
- Larger 7,300mAh battery
- 120W SUPERVOOC wired and 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging
- Up to 165Hz refresh rate in games
- Lower-resolution 2772 × 1272 (FHD+) display than the iQOO 15
- No IP rating listed on OnePlus India's spec sheet
How to choose
The questions that decide it, in the order most people should ask them.
Screen sharpness vs smoothness
The iQOO 15 has the higher-resolution 2K panel, while the OnePlus 15 trades resolution for a 165Hz mode in supported games. Pick the one that matches how you use your phone most.
Battery and charging
The OnePlus 15 carries 300mAh more battery and charges faster both wired and wireless. If you often top up during the day, that gap matters more than the screen.
Cameras
Both use three 50MP rear cameras and a 32MP selfie camera. The iQOO uses a 3x periscope and the OnePlus a 3.5x telephoto, so compare sample shots at the zoom range you use.
Software you prefer
The iQOO 15 runs OriginOS 6 and the OnePlus 15 runs OxygenOS 16, both on Android 16. Try both in a store if the interface matters to you.
iQOO 15 vs OnePlus 15 — common questions
Do the iQOO 15 and OnePlus 15 use the same processor?
Yes. Both run on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Differences in day-to-day speed will come down to cooling and software tuning rather than the chip.
Which phone has the bigger battery?
The OnePlus 15 has a 7,300mAh battery against 7,000mAh on the iQOO 15. It also charges faster, at 120W wired and 50W wireless versus 100W and 40W.
Is the iQOO 15 waterproof?
iQOO lists IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. Its own footnotes say it is not a professional water-resistant phone, so avoid deliberate submersion.
What RAM and storage options are sold in India?
Both brands list 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB configurations in India. The 12GB + 256GB model is the cheaper starting variant for each.