Highlights
- The OnePlus 15 has become costlier by ₹5,000–₹6,000 with the 12GB+256GB model now at ₹77,999 and the 16GB+512GB variant at ₹85,999.
- The OnePlus 15R has risen by ₹2,500 with prices now at ₹52,999 for 12GB+256GB and ₹57,999 for 12GB+512GB.
- Prices are reportedly expected to remain high, which makes early purchases more advisable.
OnePlus has raised the prices of its flagship smartphones in India including the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 15R. The price hike comes into effect from today and impacts multiple storage variants. Despite the increase, the devices are still believed to be competitively priced compared to several upcoming smartphones. Here are more details.
OnePlus 15 Price Hike in India
The OnePlus 15 has received a significant price revision of up to ₹6,000. The 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, which was previously priced at ₹72,999 will now cost ₹77,999.
Meanwhile, the higher-end 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant has seen an even bigger jump. It is now priced at ₹85,999, compared to its earlier price of ₹79,999.
OnePlus 15R Price Increased Again
The OnePlus 15R has also become more expensive with a price hike of up to ₹2,500. The 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant now costs ₹52,999 up from ₹50,499.
Similarly, the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage model is now priced at ₹57,999 compared to its previous price of ₹55,499.
This is the second instance of price hike for OnePlus 15R this month. The phone price was increased by ₹2,500 in the beginning of the month as well.
What Does This Mean for Buyers?
The OnePlus 15 lineup has seen a price jump ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 depending on the variant. On the other hand, the OnePlus 15R has received a smaller but noticeable increase of up to ₹2,500.
Despite these hikes, OnePlus continues to position the OnePlus 15 as a value-for-money flagship with pricing that still undercuts many upcoming premium smartphones in the market.
OnePlus has not officially disclosed the exact reason behind the price revision. However, smartphone industry this year is witnessing price fluctiatons mostly linked to reasons such as rising component costs, global supply chain challenges and currency fluctuations. Changes in import duties and market dynamics may also play a role.
According to the latest update, the price hike situation is expected to continue for a longer period. This suggests that buyers should not expect prices to drop anytime soon.
If you are planning to buy a OnePlus smartphone, delaying your purchase might result in paying more. Since prices are already revised and expected to remain high, this could be the right time to make a decision before any further increases are announced.
FAQs
Q1. How much has the OnePlus 15 price increased?
Answer. The OnePlus 15 has seen a hike of ₹5,000–₹6,000, with the 12GB+256GB model now at ₹77,999 and the 16GB+512GB variant at ₹85,999.
Q2. What is the new pricing for the OnePlus 15R?
Answer. The OnePlus 15R is now priced at ₹52,999 for the 12GB+256GB variant and ₹57,999 for the 12GB+512GB model, reflecting a ₹2,500 increase.
Q3. Why are OnePlus smartphone prices rising?
Answer. While not officially stated, the hikes are likely due to rising component costs, supply chain challenges, currency fluctuations, and import duty changes.