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OnePlus is all set to expand its premium smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the OnePlus 15R and OnePlus 15R Ace Edition later today. The Chinese smartphone brand has been teasing key aspects of the upcoming devices for several weeks, including their design, colour options, performance capabilities, and battery size. Both smartphones will be available for purchase through the company’s official website and leading e-commerce platforms.
Powered by a flagship Snapdragon 8-series chipset, the OnePlus 15R lineup promises high-end performance, a massive 7,400mAh battery, and a smooth 165Hz refresh rate display. With just hours to go before the official unveiling, here’s a complete look at everything you need to know ahead of the launch.
OnePlus 15R, OnePlus 15R Ace Edition: India Launch Details
The OnePlus 15R and OnePlus 15R Ace Edition will be officially launched in India today at 7:00 PM IST. The event will take place in Bengaluru as part of OnePlus’ keynote celebration marking its 12th anniversary. Alongside the smartphones, the company is also expected to unveil the OnePlus Pad Go 2.
For those unable to attend in person, the launch event will be livestreamed on the OnePlus India YouTube channel and the brand’s official social media platforms.
OnePlus 15R, OnePlus 15R Ace Edition: Expected Price and Availability
While OnePlus has not officially revealed pricing details, recent leaks suggest that the OnePlus 15R may be offered in 12GB RAM + 256GB and 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variants.
The higher-end 512GB model is expected to be priced above Rs 52,000, while the base 256GB variant could fall between Rs 47,000 and Rs 49,000. Buyers may also benefit from bank discounts of up to Rs 3,000–4,000 on select credit and debit cards at launch.
OnePlus 15R, OnePlus 15R Ace Edition: Specifications and Features
At the core of the OnePlus 15R is Qualcomm’s latest 3nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, launched in November. OnePlus claims this is the first smartphone globally to debut with the new chipset. The device will also feature the brand’s G2 Wi-Fi chip and a dedicated Touch Response Chip for enhanced gaming and responsiveness.
The smartphone packs a 7,400mAh battery and runs on Android 16-based OxygenOS 16. Performance benchmarks from Geekbench indicate impressive results, with the device scoring 2,784 points in single-core and 9,329 points in multi-core tests, alongside a peak clock speed of 3.32GHz.
The OnePlus 15R is confirmed to sport a 165Hz refresh rate display and comes with extensive durability certifications, including IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K, ensuring resistance against dust, water, and high-pressure sprays.
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