The prices are close, and the phones are opposites. The Samsung is a light compact, the OnePlus a fast big flagship with a battery that lasts two days.
Short answer
OnePlus 15 - Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 165 Hz, 7300 mAh, 120 W wired and 50 W wireless, IP69. Galaxy S26 - compact, light and slightly cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S26 | OnePlus 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Display | 6.3", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340, 120 Hz | 6.78", LTPO AMOLED, 1272×2772, 165 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 16/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP | 50 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7300 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W / 15 W wireless | 120 W / 50 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.2 mm / 167 g | 211 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Battery and charging
7300 vs 4300 mAh and 120 vs 25 W. Here the OnePlus is in a league of its own.
Performance
Samsung Exynos 2600 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. For gaming - the OnePlus with its 165 Hz display.
Compactness
The Samsung is 6.3 inches and 167 g. The OnePlus is 6.78 inches and 211 g.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Gaming, battery life, fast charging - OnePlus 15.
- Compactness and price - Galaxy S26.
FAQ
What battery does the OnePlus 15 have?
7300 mAh.
What's the OnePlus 15's refresh rate?
165 Hz.
Which is cheaper?
The Galaxy S26 - check current prices on the device pages.