OnePlus 15R

5 expert reviews#66 of 79 smartphones
OnePlus 15RImage: OnePlus
4/5critics
recommend
Best midrange battery life

Critics’ consensus

5 professional reviewers tested the OnePlus 15R, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: performance and battery life.

Reviewed by Trusted Reviews, TechRadar, Tech Advisor and 2 more

The catch: It drops the telephoto lens and wireless charging, and updates run four years.

Broad agreement Scores run from 65 to 80All 5 scores printed by the outlets
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What do critics say about the OnePlus 15R?

Trusted Reviews80

A performance and stamina focused phone that largely succeeds, with excellent two-day battery and fast hardware.

Hands-on review · 2026 · Read
TechRadar80

Praised for exceptional battery life, a powerful chip and clean software in a stylish mid-range body.

Hands-on review · 2026 · Read
Tech Advisor80

The reviewer thinks OnePlus chose its compromises wisely, leaving a high-performance gaming phone with great longevity and a clean experience.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read
Expert Reviews80

Excellent speed and battery stamina make this a strong pick for those who put performance first.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read
Android Central65

The reviewer sees little reason to buy the phone, since dropping the telephoto lens and raising the price undermine the R-series value pitch.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read

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What critics praise most

Performance5 of 5
Battery life5 of 5
Picture quality2 of 5

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the OnePlus 15R worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 5 recommend it. It drops the telephoto lens and wireless charging, and updates run four years.

Do critics agree about the OnePlus 15R?

Broad agreement: scores range from 65 (Android Central) to 80 (Trusted Reviews), a spread of 15 points across 5 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What is the best alternative to the OnePlus 15R?

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