The premium smartphone battle is heating up again with OnePlus launching its much-awaited OnePlus 15, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite chip. Apple’s iPhone 17, on the other hand, is already a top contender in the segment. While both phones promise exceptional performance, the choice ultimately depends on your priorities. Here’s a detailed comparison of pricing, display, battery, performance, cameras, and features.
Pricing Comparison
OnePlus continues its competitive pricing strategy. The OnePlus 15 starts at ₹72,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant and ₹75,999 for the 16GB/512GB model.
The iPhone 17 starts higher at ₹82,900 for the 256GB base model, going up to ₹1,02,900 for 512GB. Apple’s pricing remains premium, while OnePlus offers better value for money.
Display: Smooth vs Sharp
The OnePlus 15 comes with a 6.78-inch QHD+ AMOLED display, offering a blazing 165Hz refresh rate and 1800 nits brightness.
The iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with Ceramic Shield 2 and a 1Hz–120Hz adaptive ProMotion refresh rate.
OnePlus clearly wins on size and refresh rate, while Apple wins on durability and display accuracy.
Battery & Performance
Featuring a massive 7300mAh silicon-carbon battery, the OnePlus 15 supports 120W SuperVOOC and 50W wireless charging.
Apple doesn’t reveal battery numbers but claims up to 30 hours of video playback and offers Qi2 and 40W wired charging.
For processing, the OnePlus 15 uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, optimized for gaming, while the iPhone 17 runs on the A19 Bionic, known for efficiency, stability, and industry-leading performance.
Camera Comparison
The OnePlus 15 uses a 50MP triple-camera setup, including telephoto and ultrawide lenses.
The iPhone 17 offers 48MP primary + 48MP ultrawide shooters and a better computational photography system.
Selfies: OnePlus gets a 32MP sensor, while iPhone features 18MP, but with better software processing.
Size, AI & Connectivity
The OnePlus 15 is larger and heavier at 215g, compared to the iPhone’s 177g.
Both support Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.0.
For AI, Apple has Apple Intelligence, while OnePlus integrates Gemini AI + Plus Mind.
Comparison Chart
| Feature | OnePlus 15 | iPhone 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹72,999–₹75,999 | ₹82,900–₹1,02,900 |
| Display | 6.78″ QHD+, 165Hz | 6.3″ XDR OLED, 120Hz |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite | A19 Bionic |
| Battery | 7300mAh, 120W | ~30 hrs video, 40W |
| Main Camera | 50MP triple | 48MP dual |
| Selfie | 32MP | 18MP |
| Weight | 215g | 177g |
| OS | OxygenOS 16 | iOS 26 |
Final Verdict: Which Is Better?
If you want powerful charging, bigger battery, faster refresh rate, and value for money, the OnePlus 15 is the stronger pick.
If you prefer ecosystem reliability, better long-term software, superior stability, and refined cameras, the iPhone 17 stands out.
Overall: OnePlus 15 is better for performance-focused Android users, while the iPhone 17 is better for ecosystem lovers and camera perfectionists.
