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OnePlus 15

88
Highly rated
Average of 5 professional reviews
5 of 5 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 5 reviews landedRange 80–95

Exact average 88.2 · all scores printed by the outlets

OnePlus 15Image: OnePlus

5 professional reviewers tested the OnePlus 15, and 5 recommend it. Most praised: battery life and performance.

Reviewed by TechRadar, Tech Advisor, Tom's Guide and 2 more

The catch: Low-light cameras are weaker, and software updates run only four years.

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What 5 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 95
    TechRadarThe outlet's top rating, counted as 95 · Hands-on review · 2025

    A standout phone with dramatic battery life, rugged durability and one of the best cameras, earning a perfect score.

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  2. 90
    Tech AdvisorHands-on review · 2025

    The fastest phone available, with an excellent user experience, outstanding battery and a refined look.

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  3. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2025

    A substantial upgrade that finally puts OnePlus's flagship ahead of its rivals, with two-day battery life and useful AI tools at a lower price.

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  4. 86
    ZDNETHands-on review · 2026

    A battery and performance monster that builds on the OnePlus 13 and is the pick for gamers and power users.

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  5. 80
    WIREDHands-on review

    Great for gaming and for anyone tired of nightly charging, with fantastic performance and robust water resistance.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Battery life5 of 5
Performance3 of 5

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the OnePlus 15 worth it?

Most critics think so: 5 of 5 recommend it. Low-light cameras are weaker, and software updates run only four years.

Do critics agree about the OnePlus 15?

Broad agreement: scores range from 80 (WIRED) to 95 (TechRadar), a spread of 15 points across 5 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What is the best alternative to the OnePlus 15?

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.