The OnePlus 15R is generating buzz as its India launch on December 17, 2025 approaches. The phone, launching alongside the OnePlus Pad Go 2, is expected to be a more affordable alternative to the flagship OnePlus 15. Here's a breakdown of what to expect:

Expected Price:

While the official price is yet to be revealed, the OnePlus 15R is expected to be priced between ₹45,000 and ₹50,000 in India. Some sources suggest a starting price of ₹44,999 or ₹55,990. For context, the OnePlus 13R launched at ₹42,999. It is expected to be available on Amazon.

Specifications:

• Processor: The OnePlus 15R is confirmed to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, making it among the first devices to feature this processor. The octa-core processor is built on a 3nm process. The device was spotted on Geekbench with scores hinting at flagship-level capability, paired with 12GB or 16GB RAM and up to 512GB internal storage.
• Operating System: The smartphone will run on OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16.
• Display: The OnePlus 15R is confirmed to feature a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate. The display is expected to have a 1.5K resolution (1272 x 2800 pixels), up to 1,800 nits of peak brightness, and a pixel density of 450 PPI. It will also support HDR10+ and Dolby Vision.
• RAM and Storage: The phone may come with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Available RAM may be either 12GB or 16GB with storage options of 256GB or 512GB.
• Battery: The OnePlus 15R will feature a 7,400mAh battery, the largest ever in a OnePlus device. It is expected to support 80W fast charging.
• Durability: The phone will have IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance.

Camera:

The OnePlus 15R is expected to feature a dual-camera setup:

• A 50MP primary camera with OIS (optical image stabilization). The primary camera uses a Sony sensor with a 24mm focal length and an f/1.8 aperture.
• An 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens.
• A 16MP front camera for selfies. Some reports suggest a 32MP front camera.
• The camera will support 4K video recording at 120 frames per second.

Design:

The OnePlus 15R is teased to feature a similar design to its Chinese counterpart, the OnePlus Ace 6T. It will have a square rear camera module with two camera lenses and an LED flash. The OnePlus branding will be placed in the center of the rear panel. It will have a metal frame with a power button and volume controls on the right side and a shortcut button on the left side. The frame will also feature three antenna bands. The bottom of the phone will have a USB Type-C port and a speaker grille. It is expected to be available in Charcoal Black and Minty Green color options.

Other Features:

• The phone may include a remappable shortcut button.
• It will support Plus Mind, OnePlus' in-house AI system.

The OnePlus 15R aims to offer a strong value-flagship experience with its large battery, fast display, and powerful processor.