OnePlus has started teasing its next big flagship, the OnePlus 15, revealing some of the core specifications ahead of the phone’s official debut in China. The company has confirmed that the device will be powered by Qualcomm’s latest top-tier chipset and will feature a faster display, while leaks point to even more upgrades under the hood.
Officially Confirmed Specs
According to OnePlus, the phone will run on the newly announced Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, placing it squarely in the premium flagship category. It will also ship with ColorOS 16, based on Android 16. On the hardware side, the big highlight is a new display with a 165Hz refresh rate, an upgrade over the 120Hz panels seen on earlier OnePlus flagships. This bump should make the OnePlus 15 particularly appealing for gamers who value smoother animations and higher frame rates.
Market Competition and Timeline
The OnePlus 15 is entering an increasingly crowded market, with several rival brands also gearing up to release phones powered by the same Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. Xiaomi is set to launch its Xiaomi 17 series as the first to carry the processor, while Honor and Realme are also in line with their own devices.
OnePlus is expected to share more official details on September 26 at a gaming-focused event, with the phone’s China launch scheduled for October 2025. A global release is likely to follow in early 2026.
What the Leaks Suggest
While OnePlus has only confirmed a few details, multiple leaks have painted a broader picture of what to expect. The OnePlus 15 is rumored to feature a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with 1.5K resolution, an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, and a triple-camera setup with three 50MP sensors—covering wide, ultra-wide, and a periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom.
Battery life could also see a huge leap, with reports hinting at a massive 7,000mAh cell paired with 120W fast charging. If accurate, that would make it one of the largest batteries ever in a mainstream flagship, addressing a common demand among heavy users.
The Takeaway
With its powerful new processor, high-refresh display, and rumored massive battery, the OnePlus 15 is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious smartphones the company has ever released. More details will surface later this month, but it’s clear OnePlus is aiming to go head-to-head with the biggest names in the Android flagship race.
