The OnePlus 15 has been launched in India earlier than the usual OnePlus launch cycle. However, this early launch makes the OnePlus 15 the first smartphone in India to bring the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, thus making it the most powerful Android smartphone one can buy right now. Priced from Rs 72,999, the device goes on open sale starting 8 PM today across OnePlus.in, Amazon and leading offline retailers.
The OnePlus 15 marks a major leap in performance with its new triple-chip architecture, comprising of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a dedicated touch response chip offering a 3200Hz instant touch sampling rate, and an independent Wi-Fi chip for stronger, more stable connectivity.
OnePlus 15 India price at a glance
The OnePlus 15 is available in two storage variants:
– The base variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage costs Rs 72,999.
– The top-end variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage costs Rs 79,999.
Buyers can avail Rs 4,000 worth of instant discounts via HDFC Bank cards and trade-in bonuses for existing OnePlus users. Early buyers will also get free OnePlus Nord Buds 3 (worth Rs 2,299) and a 180-day phone replacement plan with a lifetime display warranty.
OnePlus 15 specifications at a glance
To sustain the performance of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, OnePlus has equipped the phone with a 360 Cryo-Velocity cooling system that uses aerospace-grade materials like aerogel insulation and white graphite. The setup promises steady performance even under heavy multitasking or long gaming sessions.
The display has also been upgraded to 1.5K 165Hz LTPO OLED panel with 1800-nit peak brightness, and TÜV Rheinland Intelligent Eye Care 5.0 certification for comfort during long hours of use.
While OnePlus ditches its partnership with Hasselblad, the OnePlus 15 continues its focus on imagine performance with a triple 50MP camera system paired with the company’s new DetailMax Engine. This setup supports Ultra Clear 26MP shots, Clear Burst for action scenes, and enhanced low-light photography with the Clear Night Engine. Videographers get 4K 120fps Dolby Vision recording, LOG format support, and real-time LUT previews, making the OnePlus 15 one of the most versatile camera phones for creators.
Running on OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16, the OnePlus 15 debuts Plus Mind – a knowledge hub where users can save on-screen content with a single gesture. This feature integrates with Google Gemini, allowing AI-powered retrieval and task creation based on saved data. OnePlus says you can use the AI to generate custom travel itineraries or summaries.
Other AI tools include AI Writer for content drafting, AI Recorder with real-time transcription, and AI Portrait Glow for enhanced photos. New buyers will also get **three months of Google AI Pro free, unlocking Gemini in Gmail, Docs, and NotebookLM.
Powering all of this is a 7,300mAh Silicon NanoStack Battery, promising long-term durability and 120W SUPERVOOC fast charging that refills the phone in 39 minutes. There’s also support for wireless 50W AIRVOOC charging.
The OnePlus 15 is available in Infinite Black, Sand Storm, and Ultra Violet colourways. Built with LIPO technology for structural integrity, the device also boasts industry-leading durability certifications such as IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K, all of which promise protection against dust, water immersion, and even high-pressure water jets.
