According to GSM Arena, Oppo’s upcoming Reno15 prototype just appeared on Geekbench with some revealing specs. The device scored 1,668 in single-core and 6,274 in multi-core tests. It’s powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 8450 chipset paired with 16GB of RAM. The phone will launch with Android 16 and ColorOS 16 right out of the box. The Reno15 series is expected to debut in China before year-end and reach global markets in early 2026. However, the Pro Max model might not make it to international markets at all.
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The Dimensity Divide
Here’s what’s interesting about this leak. The benchmark clearly shows MediaTek’s Dimensity 8450, which suggests this is either the standard Reno15 or Reno15 Pro. But the Pro Max is rumored to get the more powerful Dimensity 9400 instead. Oppo seems to be creating a clearer performance hierarchy within the same series, which honestly makes sense from a marketing perspective.
Why split the chipsets like this? Basically, it gives buyers a real reason to consider upgrading within the Reno family rather than just getting incremental camera improvements. The performance gap between 8450 and 9400 could be substantial enough to justify the Pro Max’s likely higher price tag.
That 16GB RAM Number
Now, 16GB of RAM in a mid-range phone? That’s becoming increasingly common, but it still raises questions. Do most users actually need that much memory? Probably not today, but phone makers are clearly future-proofing for heavier AI features and more demanding applications down the line.
It’s worth noting that the leak source shows this isn’t just another incremental update. Oppo appears to be positioning the Reno15 series as more performance-oriented than previous generations. The combination of new MediaTek silicon with generous memory suggests they’re serious about competing in the crowded mid-to-high-end segment.
The Global Wait
The timeline here is pretty standard for Chinese phone makers – China gets it first, global markets wait. But early 2026 feels like a long gap, especially when competitors are pushing for faster global rollouts. By the time the Reno15 reaches international buyers, we might already be seeing leaks about its successor in China.
And that Pro Max potentially skipping global markets? That’s becoming a frustrating pattern. It seems like Chinese consumers get the truly interesting models while international markets get a watered-down selection. Here’s hoping Oppo reconsiders that strategy, because the Dimensity 9400 version sounds like it could be the one to watch.
