OnePlus 15R Becomes World’s First Phone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

OnePlus 15R: It is now officially confirmed by OnePlus that the upcoming OnePlus 15R will be the world’s first smartphone to feature the newly launched Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. The next-generation processor promises a major performance leap, which automatically puts the upcoming phone among the most anticipated flagships of Android this year. With speed improvements and AI-focused upgrades expected, the new model has already gained massive attention among technology lovers.

Performance Enhancements Using the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

The most highlighted upgrade of the OnePlus 15R is its Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. According to early claims, this new processor delivers a 36 percent boost in CPU performance and 11 percent better GPU output compared to previous flagship models. Further, the chipset is expected to allow up to a 46 percent improvement in AI capabilities. As such, the OnePlus 15R is ideal for advanced multitasking, gaming, and heavy processing tasks.

OnePlus 15R Expected Launch and Availability

OnePlus has just confirmed the launch of the OnePlus 15R in India on December 17. The device will go on sale via Amazon and the official OnePlus online store. It will also launch alongside the OnePlus Pad Go 2. The smartphone is tipped to arrive with Charcoal Black and Mint Breeze color options, offering premium finish and sleek design choices for users.

Expected Specifications and Features

According to various leaks and reports in the past, the OnePlus 15R might boast a 6.7-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution. It is expected to come with a dual-camera setup including a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The front may house a 16MP camera for selfies and video calls. An 8,000mAh battery can power the phone, which could support 100W fast wired charging.

OnePlus Ace 6 Rebranded Version

There are reports that the OnePlus 15R may actually be a rebadged OnePlus Ace 6, which made its debut some time ago in China. The Ace 6 runs on Android 16 with ColorOS 16, while the India variant is expected to get OxygenOS 16 on top of Android 16. The Ace 6 sports a flat AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 165Hz, a 7,800mAh battery, and 120W wired fast charging, giving a pretty good idea about what buyers may get in store with the OnePlus 15R.

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