If you missed the launch, the OnePlus 15R now costs Rs 54,999 for the base variant, while the top-end model is carrying a price tag of Rs 57,999.

OnePlus’ sub-premium-tier offering, the OnePlus 15R (review), has received yet another price hike in the country. This marks the second price increase for This phone in just two months since launch. Initially introduced at a starting price of Rs 47,999, the OnePlus 15R base variant now retails for Rs 54,999. The latest revision includes a fresh Rs 4,500 hike, on top of the Rs 2,500 increase introduced last month.

While the company has not officially disclosed the reason behind the latest hike, it is believed to be driven by rising RAM and storage costs, an issue currently affecting the broader smartphone industry.

OnePlus 15R price in the country (as of May 18th)

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Variant | Current selling price | Up from
12GB + 256GB | Rs 54,999 | Rs 50,499
12GB + 512GB | Rs 59,999 | Rs 54,499

With the latest price hike, the OnePlus 15R is now Rs 7,000 more expensive than its launch price. To recall, This device was originally introduced at a competitive starting price of Rs 47,999 for the base variant, while the top-end model was carrying a price tag of Rs 52,999. The revised pricing is now live on OnePlus’ partner e-commerce platform, Amazon.in.

The OnePlus 15R is now more expensive than the OnePlus 13s, which is a compact premium-tier offering from last year and currently selling at Rs 52,999 for the base variant. Here’s a quick look at their specifications:

Specs | OnePlus 15R | OnePlus 13s
Display | 6.83-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, 165Hz refresh rate | 6.32-inch FHD+ LTPO AMOLED display, 1Hz-120Hz refresh rate
Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite
Rear cameras | 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide | 50MP main + 50MP telephoto
Front camera | 32MP | 32MP
Battery & charging | 7,400mAh battery and 80W SuperVooc | 5,500mAh battery and 80W SuperVooc

The OnePlus 15R includes a larger battery, which also makes it slightly bulkier than the OnePlus 13s. It also ships with the latest OxygenOS 16 out of the box, whereas the 13s receives the same software via an update – part of its four promised OS upgrades. In terms of longevity, the OnePlus 15R has a slight advantage, with support expected to extend up to 2032, while the OnePlus 13s is likely to reach its end of support in 2031.

The OnePlus 15R also offers 165 fps for gaming, although with select titles, for smoother experience. That’s all the real upgrades it brings over the OnePlus 13s for the added premium.

In comparison, the 13s comes with a more power-efficient display with a dynamic refresh rate and a battery well-matched to its smaller screen size, making it equally capable for everyday use as well as demanding tasks. It also has an arguably stronger camera setup, including a dedicated 50MP telephoto lens.

Taken together, these factors, combined with its more accessible pricing, make the OnePlus 13s the more compelling choice unless you specifically want the latest model.