OnePlus 15 Launches in India with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

OnePlus 15 Launches in India with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15, in India and global markets today. The device marks a significant milestone as the first phone in India to feature the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, promising top-tier performance for gaming, photography, and AI tasks.

Pricing and Availability

The OnePlus 15 is available for purchase through Amazon India and the official OnePlus online store. As a limited-period launch offer, buyers will receive a complimentary pair of OnePlus Nord Buds 3. The smartphone comes in three color options: Infinite Black, Ultra Violet, and Sand Storm.

Durability and Build Quality

OnePlus has equipped the 15 with exceptional durability credentials, featuring four IP ratings: IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K. This certification confirms the device’s resistance to high-pressure water jets, hot water, and complete submersion. The phone has successfully passed rigorous testing, including being submerged in 2 meters of water for 30 minutes.

Display and Battery Specifications

The device features a stunning 6.78-inch QHD+ LTPO AMOLED display that sets a new industry standard with its 165Hz refresh rate. The panel delivers 1.5K resolution and can reach up to 1800 nits in High Brightness Mode, while also supporting an ultra-low 0.5 nits brightness for comfortable nighttime viewing. Powering the device is a substantial 7300mAh silicon-carbon battery that supports both wired and wireless fast charging.

Performance and Hardware

At the heart of the OnePlus 15 lies the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, built on TSMC’s 3nm process technology. The octa-core processor, featuring the third-generation Orion CPU, delivers 20% better performance and 35% improved power efficiency compared to its predecessor. The phone supports up to 16GB of LPDDR5X Ultra+ RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. Advanced thermal management is handled by a sophisticated 5731 square mm 3D vapor chamber with 360-degree cryo-velocity cooling. The device runs on OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16.

AI Capabilities

The OnePlus 15 integrates comprehensive AI features including Google’s Gemini AI, along with proprietary functions like Plus Mind, AI Recorder, AI Portrait Glow, AI Scan, and AI Playlab, enhancing various aspects of the user experience.

Camera System

The photography capabilities are exceptional with a triple 50-megapixel rear camera setup:

• Primary: 50MP Sony IMX906 (f/1.8) with 24mm focal length and 84-degree field of view
• Telephoto: 50MP Samsung JN5 (f/2.8) with 3.5x optical zoom, 80mm focal length
• Ultrawide: 50MP OV50D (f/2.0) with 116-degree field of view and 16mm focal length

The camera system supports 8K video recording, making it a versatile tool for content creators.