OnePlus 15R Launch Date Confirmed - What to Expect from the Value Flagship

OnePlus 15R Launching in India on December 17: Everything You Need to Know

OnePlus has officially announced that the OnePlus 15R will launch in India on December 17, 2025, at an event where it will share the stage with the new OnePlus Pad Go 2 tablet. The phone is positioned as a value flagship below the OnePlus 15, bringing many premium features at a lower expected price. OnePlus is already teasing the device on its India launch page and social channels, building up interest ahead of the event. Online availability is confirmed via Amazon and the official OnePlus store, which matches the brand’s usual sales strategy in India.​

India launch and event details

The OnePlus 15R and OnePlus Pad Go 2 will be unveiled in India on December 17, 2025, just weeks after the OnePlus 15 flagship went on sale. OnePlus is pitching both products as more affordable alternatives for buyers who want high-end features without paying top-tier flagship prices. The company is expected to reveal Indian pricing, bank offers, and first sale dates during the same launch event. A dedicated “Notify Me” page for the 15R is already live on the OnePlus India website, hinting at an early open-sale or pre-booking window.​

Design, colours, and durability

Official teasers confirm that the OnePlus 15R will feature a flat metal mid-frame and a redesigned camera module that sits at a 45 degree angle from the top left corner. The phone will launch in at least two colour options called Charcoal Black and Mint Breeze, aimed at users who like either a stealthy or fresh pastel finish. OnePlus is talking a lot about toughness, promising what it calls some of the most complete durability ratings in the segment. The 15R is set to come with IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, which should translate to strong resistance against dust, water, and high pressure sprays.​

Display and performance expectations

Leaks and reports suggest that the OnePlus 15R will use a 1.5K LTPS or OLED AMOLED display with a very high 165 Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and gaming. The screen size is expected to be around 6.7 to 6.83 inches, placing it in the large display category without being too bulky for one handed use. Under the hood, the phone is tipped to run on Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 or Snapdragon 8 Elite class chipset, which would put it in flagship performance territory. Different leaks point to memory options going up to 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1 TB of UFS 4.1 storage on higher variants, which would suit power users and gamers.​

Cameras and battery

On the camera side, the OnePlus 15R is widely expected to feature a dual rear setup with a 50 megapixel main sensor and an 8 megapixel ultra wide lens. The front camera is rumoured to be either 16 megapixel or 32 megapixel depending on region, which should be enough for social media and video calls. Battery capacity is a big talking point, with different reports pointing to a pack of at least 7,800 mAh and possibly up to 8,000 mAh. Fast charging is expected to be either 100 W or 120 W wired, which should refill the large battery quickly for heavy users.​

Software and extra features

The OnePlus 15R is expected to ship with OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16 in India, keeping the clean and fast interface that existing OnePlus users know. Connectivity is likely to include 5G support, Wi Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and possibly an IR blaster, as seen on some leaked spec sheets and early listings. As a value flagship, the phone should also offer stereo speakers, an in display fingerprint sensor, and haptic vibration tuned for gaming and alerts. OnePlus is also likely to highlight its battery health features and long term software support, which have become key buying points in this price band.​

OnePlus Pad Go 2 launching alongside

Launching alongside the 15R, the OnePlus Pad Go 2 is aimed at users who want a mid range Android tablet for study, media, and light work. OnePlus has confirmed that the top Shadow Black variant will support 5G, making it the first Pad Go model with mobile data built in. The tablet will also come in a Lavender Drift colour with a skin friendly finish that focuses on comfort during long use. A key talking point is the new OnePlus Pad Go 2 Stylo, an active stylus designed for note taking and creative tasks, which positions the tablet as a budget friendly tool for students and professionals.​

Early analysis 

The OnePlus 15R looks set to be a strong option for buyers who want near flagship power, a very smooth display, and long battery life without paying the full OnePlus 15 price. Its heavy focus on durability ratings, a large battery, and high refresh display shows that OnePlus is targeting gamers and outdoor users who push their phones hard. Expected pricing around the mid to upper forty thousand rupee range would place it against devices from Samsung, Xiaomi, and Realme, where value and long term support matter a lot. With the Pad Go 2 and its stylus launching on the same day, OnePlus is clearly trying to build an ecosystem pitch for users who want both a main phone and a productivity tablet from the same brand.