The new OnePlus 15R smartphone officially launched on December 17, 2025, setting a new company record for battery capacity. It features a massive 7,400mAh battery and arrives with a starting price of $699 in the U.S., positioning it as a strong competitor against higher-priced flagship devices from Samsung and Google.^{[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8]} This release marks OnePlus's continued strategy to deliver powerful performance and exceptional endurance at a more accessible price point for consumers.^[4][6] ### Unprecedented Battery Life The OnePlus 15R boasts a 7,400mAh battery, the largest ever integrated into a OnePlus smartphone.^[9][8][10] This substantial power cell surpasses the 7,300mAh battery found in the flagship OnePlus 15.^{[1][11][12][13][7][8][10]} Reviewers have widely praised its endurance, noting it can comfortably last for up to two days on a single charge under heavy usage.^[14] In various independent tests, the OnePlus 15R demonstrated impressive staying power. PCMag's battery life test recorded 23 hours of usage, while Engadget's video rundown test showed it lasting for 38 hours.^[1][12] Additionally, in PCMark's battery test, the 15R achieved 18 hours and 13 minutes, outperforming the more expensive OnePlus 15 in that specific benchmark.^[11] OnePlus attributes this capacity to its "Silicon Nanostack" technology, which allows for a larger battery within the phone's slim 8.1mm frame.^[9][15] The company also promises that the battery will maintain at least 80% of its original capacity after four years of use, highlighting a focus on long-term device longevity.^{[1][9][15][8]} The device supports 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging, though some reviews note that the included wall charger is 55W.^{[9][16][14][5][17][13][7][15]} With the 55W charger, the phone can reach 49% charge from empty in just 30 minutes.^[14] Using an 80W charger, OnePlus claims it can achieve 50% in approximately 22 minutes.^[15] ### Competitive Pricing and Flagship Features The OnePlus 15R enters the market starting at $699.99 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant in the U.S.^{[3][4][13][18]} A 512GB storage model is available for $799.99.^[3][13] In India, pricing starts at Rs. 47,999.^{[5][19][20][6][7]} This pricing strategy positions the 15R as a compelling alternative to premium smartphones. For comparison, the flagship OnePlus 15 starts at $899.99.^[3] The OnePlus 15R's feature set competes closely with devices like the Samsung Galaxy S25, which typically retails for $799.^[14][18] While it is more expensive than some budget-friendly options like the Google Pixel 9A ($499) or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE ($650), the 15R significantly undercuts the pricing of high-end flagships such as the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the iPhone 17 ($829).^[14][18][8] "The OnePlus 15R has launched, with a compelling performance package for $699," ZDNET reported.^[4] ### Powerful Performance and Vivid Display The OnePlus 15R is the first smartphone to feature the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, co-developed and optimized with OnePlus.^{[1][9][16][7][15]} This chipset delivers a 36% faster CPU and 11% faster GPU compared to its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the OnePlus 13R.^[9][7] It is paired with 12GB of LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and rapid data transfer speeds.^{[9][16][12][17][13][7]} The phone features a large 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with an adaptive refresh rate of up to 165Hz.^{[1][9][16][11][4][12][21][17][7][15][10]} This screen can reach a peak brightness of 1800 nits, offering vibrant visuals and an exceptionally smooth user experience, particularly for gaming.^{[1][9][16][11][17]} The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.^{[16][17][13][7]} ### Robust Design and Long-Term Support The OnePlus 15R showcases a durable design with comprehensive IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance.^{[9][16][2][11][4][21][13][22][23][15]} These ratings mean the phone is protected not only against water submersion but also against high-pressure and high-temperature water jets.^[2][4] It comes in Charcoal Black and Mint Breeze color options.^{[1][9][2][13][7]} Running on OxygenOS 16, based on Android 16, the OnePlus 15R promises a clean and efficient software experience.^{[1][16][11][5][21][17][13][24][6][7][15]} OnePlus has committed to providing four major Android OS updates and six years of security patches, ensuring the device remains current and secure for an extended period.^[1][15] ### Camera Capabilities and Market Impact For photography, the OnePlus 15R includes a dual-camera system on the rear, featuring a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilization and an 8MP ultrawide lens.^{[16][4][5][13][6][25][10]} A 32MP camera handles selfies and video calls.^{[9][16][5][13][6][25][10]} While the main camera performs well, some reviews note the absence of a dedicated telephoto lens as a trade-off for its competitive price.^{[11][22][8][10]} The launch of the OnePlus 15R highlights OnePlus's strategy to deliver a "value flagship" – a device that offers high-end performance and features, particularly in critical areas like battery life and processing power, without the premium price tag of top-tier flagships. T^{[11][4][6][15]}his approach aims to disrupt the mid-range and upper-mid-range smartphone markets, providing consumers with a compelling option for powerful, long-lasting mobile technology. ^[18]

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