Key Takeaways
1. OnePlus skipped the OnePlus 4 name due to cultural beliefs and will release the OnePlus 15 as a successor to the OnePlus 13.
2. The OnePlus 15 is expected to feature a flat display with a 1.5K resolution and narrow bezels using LIPO packaging technology.
3. It may include a large 7,000mAh battery with 100W wired and wireless charging, while maintaining a slim design.
4. The device will have enhanced haptic feedback, a single-point ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, and an IP68/IP69 rating for water and dust resistance.
5. The OnePlus 15 is undergoing testing for a triple 50-megapixel camera setup and is anticipated to launch in China in October 2025, with a global release in January 2026.
In the past, OnePlus decided not to use the OnePlus 4 name and instead went straight from the OnePlus 3 series to the OnePlus 5 series. The reason for this skip is that the number 4 is seen as unlucky in some Asian cultures. Consequently, the OnePlus 13 from last year is anticipated to be succeeded by the OnePlus 15 this year. Already, rumors are surfacing with important details about the OP15, including a recent report that suggests a significant update could be a flat display boasting a 1.5K resolution. Recently, a post on Weibo from tipster Digital Chat Station has shared critical specifications of the OP15.
Battery and Charging Information
According to Digital Chat Station, the OnePlus 15 prototype is powered by the SM8850 chip (tentatively named Snapdragon 8 Elite 2) and is aimed at being a performance-focused flagship. A key design feature is its large flat display with very narrow bezels, made possible thanks to LIPO packaging tech. This design choice is said to create a tidy and balanced look upfront.
The phone is expected to come with a battery that starts with a “7,” indicating a capacity around 7,000mAh. It may allow for both 100W wired and wireless charging. Despite the bigger battery and high-end parts, the company is reportedly trying to keep the body slim and not too heavy.
Additional Features and Durability
Digital Chat Station also revealed that the device will include a 0916 vibration motor for enhanced haptic feedback, a single-point ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, and a fiberglass rear. In terms of durability, the OP15 is expected to have an IP68/IP69 rating for water and dust resistance.
The same source also indicated in an earlier leak that the OnePlus 15 could sport a flat 6.78-inch LTPO display with 1.5K resolution, marking a significant change from the curved-edge 2K screens the brand has utilized since the OnePlus 7 Pro.
Camera and Launch Timeline
Currently, the OnePlus 15 is undergoing A/B testing for a triple 50-megapixel camera layout. This setup includes a main sensor (with two variations being tested: standard and ultra-large), an ultra-wide lens, and a periscope telephoto camera that will offer roughly 3x zoom. The periscope options being considered involve both small and medium sensor types.
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