OnePlus 15 5G mobile launching in India on Nov 13: Full specs, price, and how to watch livestream

OnePlus is set to unveil its new flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15, in India tomorrow, featuring the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip.

OnePlus is all set to launch its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15, in India tomorrow. The new model is the first in India to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, which could set the stage for a competitive performance benchmark in the premium segment. Alongside the main launch, OnePlus is also expected to bring the OnePlus 15R to the market later, which may arrive as a rebranded version of the OnePlus Ace 6.

OnePlus is set to unveil its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15, in India tomorrow. (HT)

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Ijaj Khan is a technology journalist and Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times, with over three years of experience covering the consumer technology industry. His work spans smartphones, laptops, wearables, gaming, appliances and AI - from hands-on reviews, comparison and buying guides to breaking news and in-depth features that help readers cut through the noise and make informed decisions. Before joining HT Tech, he worked with Jagran New Media, where he sharpened his instincts for fast-paced digital reporting. He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in English Journalism and Mass Communication from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Delhi. Whether he's testing the latest flagship smartphone, tracking a major AI announcement, or putting a gaming laptop through its paces, Ijaj approaches every story with the same goal - making technology feel relevant and easy to understand for everyday users, not just enthusiasts. When he's not in front of a screen for work, he's usually travelling to a new city, hunting for great food, or keeping tabs on what's next in tech before everyone else catches on.

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OnePlus 15: Launch Timeline, Price and Availability

The OnePlus 15 launch event will begin at 7:00 PM IST tomorrow. If you’re interested, you can watch the live unveiling through the official OnePlus website or its YouTube channel. Sales for the device will start shortly after the launch, from 8:00 PM IST, via Amazon India and OnePlus India’s online store.

Reports suggest that the OnePlus 15 price in India may start below Rs. 75,000, with the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant expected to cost around Rs. 72,999. For reference, the previous flagship, the OnePlus 13, was launched at Rs. 69,999.

OnePlus 15: Specifications and Features (Chinese Variant)

The OnePlus 15 features a 6.78-inch BOE X3 8T LTPO display, with 1.5K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate, designed to deliver smooth visuals and responsive performance. The display can achieve a peak brightness of 1800 nits.

Under the hood, the device is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with the Adreno 840 GPU. It supports configurations of up to 16GB LPDDR5x RAM and 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. It runs on OxygenOS 16, based on Android. The OnePlus 15 houses a 7300mAh battery with 120W wired and 50W wireless charging support.

As for the optics, the OnePlus 15 features a triple rear setup, including a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP periscope lens. It also has a 32MP camera on the front, which supports 4K video recording, while the rear setup can record up to 8K videos at 30fps.

Lastly, the handset measures 8.31mm in thickness and weighs about 215 grams. It carries IP66/68/69/69K ratings for dust and water resistance and includes connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, dual stereo speakers, and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor.