OnePlus is set to celebrate a major milestone today as it hosts its “Rise as One” launch event on December 17, 2025, in Bengaluru, marking 12 years of OnePlus in India. The event brings the official debut of two highly anticipated devices the OnePlus 15R smartphone and the OnePlus Pad Go 2 tablet both aimed at strengthening the brand’s position in the premium-performance and affordable productivity segments.
OnePlus 15R: A Performance-Focused Flagship Alternative
The OnePlus 15R is positioned just below the upcoming OnePlus 15 and is designed for users who prioritize raw performance, gaming, and battery life. Effectively serving as the global version of the OnePlus Ace 6T, the 15R brings several firsts to the R-series lineup.
It features a 6.7-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and up to 1,800 nits peak brightness, making it ideal for gaming and media consumption. Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, co-engineered with OnePlus for enhanced thermal efficiency and sustained performance.
One of the standout highlights is its massive 7,400mAh battery, the largest ever on a OnePlus smartphone, paired with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging. On the camera front, the phone sports a 50MP primary sensor alongside an 8MP ultra-wide lens, with support for 4K video recording at 120fps. The 32MP autofocus selfie camera marks a first for the OnePlus R-series.
Additional features include a dedicated Touch Response Chip for gaming, a G2 Wi-Fi chip for improved connectivity, and OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16. A special Electric Violet “Ace Edition” with a fiberglass back and unique branding will also be available. The OnePlus 15R is expected to start between ₹45,999 and ₹47,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant.
OnePlus Pad Go 2: Affordable Productivity with 5G
The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is a major upgrade over its predecessor, targeting students and young professionals. It comes with a 12.1-inch LCD display featuring a 7:5 aspect ratio, 2.8K resolution, and 900 nits brightness.
Under the hood is the MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra, a significant leap in performance. For the first time in the budget segment, OnePlus is offering 5G connectivity on a tablet, exclusive to the Shadow Black variant. The tablet packs a 10,050mAh battery with 33W charging and even supports reverse wired charging.
Productivity features include OnePlus Stylo support and Open Canvas multitasking, enabling advanced split-screen workflows. Pricing is expected to start between ₹19,999 and ₹22,999.
Event and Availability Details
The launch event begins at 7:00 PM IST and will be live-streamed on the OnePlus India YouTube channel. Sales are expected to start as early as December 18, via Amazon India and the OnePlus online store.
With the OnePlus 15R and Pad Go 2, OnePlus aims to reinforce its performance-driven identity while expanding its reach in India’s competitive smartphone and tablet markets.
