The OnePlus 15R sets a new record for battery at a price that's cheaper than Samsung and Google

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• The OnePlus 15R has launched, with a compelling performance package for $699.
• It offers an LTPS AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, and a 7,400mAh battery.
• The device features a dual camera system on the rear, and its design is rather generic.

OnePlus's R-series phones are best known for their value-for-money proposition. That often comes at the expense of camera versatility as the company focuses more on powerful performance, a flagship-grade display, and long-lasting battery life at a more affordable price point. The newly released OnePlus 15R is no exception to that approach.

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The OnePlus 15R brings a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, a sharp LTPS AMOLED display, and a 7,400mAh battery that's ...