OnePlus seems to be setting the stage for 2026 with the upcoming OnePlus 15T — a compact flagship that could challenge rivals like the Xiaomi 16 and Samsung Galaxy S26. And if a new leak is anything to go by, it might do so with a more tempting price tag than its predecessor.
On July 22, tipster Digital Chat Station claimed on Weibo that the OnePlus 15T will carry a “more attractive price” than the OnePlus 13T’s CNY 3,999 (roughly $470) launch price. Whether that means an actual price cut or simply better value remains to be seen, but it has sparked some early excitement.
The OnePlus 13T (our review), launched in April 2025 (13s in India), drew mixed reviews for its dual rear setup, USB 2.0 port, lack of wireless charging, and a basic IP65 rating instead of IP68. The 15T is expected to address at least some of those shortcomings, with a triple-camera setup (main, ultrawide, and telephoto), a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, and wireless charging support.
The phone is expected to stick with a 6.3-inch display but will reportedly be powered by Qualcomm’s yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, promising up to 25% faster CPU performance. The battery could get a significant bump too — up to 7,000mAh from the 13T’s 6,260mAh — with 80W wired charging, making it a standout in endurance for a compact flagship. Running OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16, the 15T may also feature some advanced AI-powered tools as well.
While global pricing remains unclear, a US launch at around $600 could make the 15T a serious contender — especially against compact flagships like the Galaxy S26. For reference, the 6.2-inch Galaxy S25 is currently listed on Samsung’s official US website and Amazon for $799.
The OnePlus 15T leak suggests the phone is set to deliver triple cameras, a huge battery, and possibly a better price than the 13T — a combination that could make it one of the most interesting compact phones to watch in 2026.
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