Reviewers rate these two about the same overall: the iQOO 15R scores 8.5/10 and the OnePlus Nord 6 8.6/10. The iQOO 15R comes out ahead on design & build and value. The OnePlus Nord 6 is stronger on battery life and software. They’re level on camera, performance, display and charging. At launch in India the iQOO 15R cost ₹44,999 and the OnePlus Nord 6 ₹38,999.
Updated 10 October 2026 · Scores from our review roundups of each phone
| iQOO 15R | OnePlus Nord 6 | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10 | Level |
| Camera | 7.7 | 7.9 | Level |
| Battery life | 9.4 | 9.8 | OnePlus Nord 6 |
| Performance | 9.4 | 9.2 | Level |
| Display | 9.3 | 9.1 | Level |
| Software | 7.9 | 9.1 | OnePlus Nord 6 |
| Charging | 8.6 | 8.4 | Level |
| Design & build | 9.3 | 8.7 | iQOO 15R |
| Value | 9.0 | 7.0 | iQOO 15R |
| Confidence | High | High | |
| Reviewed in depth by | 4 outlets | 7 outlets | |
| Launch price (India) | ₹44,999 | ₹38,999 | |
| Launched | February 2026 | April 2026 |
Choose the iQOO 15R if…
Buyers who want long battery life, strong gaming speed and a bright screen in a compact phone.
Look elsewhere if: You want a versatile camera with a telephoto lens, wireless charging or a clean, uncluttered interface.
Read the full iQOO 15R review roundup
Choose the OnePlus Nord 6 if…
Buyers who want a phone that lasts two days or more and plays demanding games smoothly.
Look elsewhere if: You want a versatile camera with a telephoto lens, a light phone, wireless charging, or the lowest price in its class.
Read the full OnePlus Nord 6 review roundup
How we compare
Both phones’ scores come from their review roundups on this site, on the same 10-point scale: we read the in-depth reviews of each, weigh them by how much testing they did, and combine them. A gap under 0.3 points is shown as level. Prices are Indian launch prices. How we score.