{"id":7755,"date":"2025-11-27T12:56:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-27T12:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hardwire.news\/?p=7755"},"modified":"2025-11-27T12:56:00","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T12:56:00","slug":"oneplus-15-vs-iqoo-15-specs-price-compared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/oneplus-15-vs-iqoo-15-specs-price-compared\/","title":{"rendered":"OnePlus 15 vs iQOO 15: Specs and Price Compared"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">IQOO recently refreshed its flagship lineup with the iQOO 15. The phone features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a key highlight. It competes with another flagship, the OnePlus 15, which also has the same processor and is priced similarly.<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> But which one offers better value? Let\u2019s find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">OnePlus 15 vs <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15: Price<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Both companies have introduced their models in the same price bracket. The base 12GB+256GB variant of each phone starts at Rs 72,999, while the 16GB+512GB version goes up to Rs 79,999. However, e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart create a slight difference with their bank offers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7757 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/OnePlus-15-feature.avif\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/OnePlus-15-feature.avif 1200w, https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/OnePlus-15-feature-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/OnePlus-15-feature-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/OnePlus-15-feature-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/OnePlus-15-feature-150x84.avif 150w, https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/OnePlus-15-feature-450x253.avif 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Customers purchasing the <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15 can avail of an instant bank discount of up to Rs 7,000, bringing the effective price down to Rs 64,999. In comparison, the OnePlus 15 gets a smaller bank discount of Rs 4,000, bringing its price down to Rs 68,999.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">OnePlus 15 vs <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15: Display<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">The <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15 features a 6.85-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and an impressive 6,000-nit local peak brightness. It also includes Wet Finger Control, making the screen usable even with moisture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\">The OnePlus 15, on the other hand, has a slightly smaller 6.78-inch QHD+ AMOLED panel but offers a faster 165Hz refresh rate. It also comes with Sun Display enhancements for better outdoor visibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">OnePlus 15 vs <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15: Hardware<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Both smartphones are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. OnePlus claims an AnTuTu score of over 4.18 million, supported by GPU, ray-tracing, and NPU improvements. It also includes an 8K vapour chamber cooling system to prevent heating during heavy gaming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7758 \" src=\"https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/iQOO-15-India-launch-price-2025-11-548d06dda452a05c541ba314852207f7-16x9-1.avif\" alt=\"\" width=\"592\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/iQOO-15-India-launch-price-2025-11-548d06dda452a05c541ba314852207f7-16x9-1.avif 400w, https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/iQOO-15-India-launch-price-2025-11-548d06dda452a05c541ba314852207f7-16x9-1-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/hardwire.news\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/11\/iQOO-15-India-launch-price-2025-11-548d06dda452a05c541ba314852207f7-16x9-1-150x84.avif 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 592px) 100vw, 592px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> counters with its 360 Cryo-Velocity Cooling setup, featuring a 5,731 sq mm 3D vapour chamber. Additionally, OnePlus equips its devices with a touch response chip and a G2 Wi-Fi chip, ensuring smooth interaction and stable connectivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">OnePlus 15 vs <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15: Camera<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Both phones come with a triple-camera setup and a 32MP front camera. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">The <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"><span class=\"cf0\"> 15 houses a 50MP Sony IMX921 main sensor (OIS), a 50MP telephoto, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. It has a <\/span><\/span>50MP periscope telephoto, offering 3x optical zoom with 10x zoom capability\n<p class=\"pf0\">\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\">\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">With a 50MP ultrawide camera, it also offers AI Visual and Reflection Erase tools across multiple shooting modes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"cf0\"><!--EndFragment --><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\">The OnePlus 15 features a 50MP Sony IMX906 primary camera, a 50MP telephoto <span class=\"cf0\">3.5x optical zoom and advanced 7x optical-quality zoom<\/span>\u00a0and a 50MP OV50D ultrawide sensor. It also supports 8K video recording at 30fps.\n<p class=\"pf0\">\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\">\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">With a 50MP OV50D ultrawide sensor, OnePlus also pushes video capabilities further, supporting 8K footage at 30fps on the rear cameras and up to 4K\/120fps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--EndFragment --><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">The <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15 packs a 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging. <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">The OnePlus 15 offers a slightly larger 7,300mAh battery, with 120W wired and 50W wireless charging support.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">OnePlus 15 vs <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15: Software<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Both smartphones run Android 16. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> offers <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">OriginOS<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 6, promising seven years of security updates and five Android upgrades. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">The OnePlus 15 ships with <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">OxygenOS<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 16, offering four major Android updates and six years of security updates.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Here\u2019s What We Think<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">The <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15 delivers stronger display innovation, making it ideal for users who need excellent outdoor visibility. The OnePlus 15 stands out with its faster charging, better water resistance, and 8K video recording capabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Both devices target different audiences. I<\/span><span class=\"cf0\">f you want long battery life and gaming-focused performance, the <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">iQOO<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> 15 is the better pick. <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">If you shoot content often and prefer premium video capabilities, the OnePlus 15 might be the right choice. <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">Ultimately, both phones offer top-tier performance, cutting-edge hardware, and impressive displays.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IQOO recently refreshed its flagship lineup with the iQOO 15. The phone features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a key highlight. It competes with another flagship, the OnePlus 15, which also has the same processor and is priced similarly. But which one offers better value? Let\u2019s find out. 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