OnePlus is preparing to roll out its Freedom Sale in India starting January 16, 2026, and this year it feels a bit more deliberate, maybe even strategic, than usual. The sale lines up with the 77th Republic Day celebrations and is clearly aimed at lowering the entry barrier for OnePlus’s newer smartphones and ecosystem products. Instead of complicated exchange schemes, the brand is leaning more on straightforward price drops combined with bank offers, which, I think, most buyers find easier to process.
The headline deal is undoubtedly on the OnePlus 15. Its effective price drops to INR 68,999, a number that seems carefully chosen to sit just under the psychological 70,000 mark. Whether that alone convinces people to upgrade is another question, but on paper, it does look compelling.
The Freedom Sale will run across both online and offline channels. Apart from OnePlus.in, buyers can also shop through Amazon and physical retail partners like Croma and Reliance Digital. This broader availability matters more than brands sometimes admit. Plenty of people still prefer to walk into a store, hold the phone, maybe ask a few questions, and only then decide. For premium devices, that habit has not really gone away.
Key Takeaways
- The OnePlus Freedom Sale starts on January 16, 2026, across online and offline retail stores.
- OnePlus 15 becomes India’s first smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
- OnePlus 13 receives a significant price cut of INR 8,000.
- OnePlus Pad Go 2 debuts with 5G connectivity, a first for the brand’s tablet lineup.
- Select smartphones come bundled with free gifts like Nord Buds 3 and protective cases.
The OnePlus 15 is very much positioned as the centerpiece of this sale. Beyond the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, OnePlus is putting emphasis on its triple-chip architecture. There is a dedicated touch chip that enables a 3200Hz sampling rate, along with a separate Wi-Fi chip designed to improve signal stability. These details may sound niche, and for many users they probably are, but for gamers or heavy multitaskers, they can make a noticeable difference over time. To sweeten the deal further, OnePlus is including a free pair of Nord Buds 3. They are not top-tier earbuds, but as a bundled extra, they do add some value.
The OnePlus 15R is also part of the sale and sees a revised price. Known for its flat metal frame and IP69K durability rating, it is available at a net effective price of INR 44,999 until January 26. This model feels like it is aimed at users who care about build quality and toughness but are not quite ready to spend flagship-level money. That positioning makes sense, even if it sits in a slightly crowded price bracket.
Older models are getting attention too, which is good to see. The standard OnePlus 13 now drops to INR 57,999 after combining the direct discount and bank offers. That is a fairly meaningful reduction. The OnePlus 13R and the more compact OnePlus 13s are priced at INR 37,999 and INR 49,999 respectively. While these are no longer the newest phones in the lineup, they still hold up well, especially with fast charging and consistently strong display quality, something OnePlus has generally been reliable with.
In the mid-range category, the Nord 5 series looks particularly competitive during the Freedom Sale. The Nord 5, powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, features a 144Hz refresh rate, which should appeal to users who care about smooth scrolling and gaming performance. It is priced at INR 30,999 for the sale period. The Nord CE5, running on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex chipset, comes in at a more accessible INR 22,999. Both phones include a free magnetic protective case, a small detail perhaps, but one that many buyers will appreciate in everyday use.
Tablets and audio products are also part of the Freedom Sale lineup. The OnePlus Pad 3, with its large 12,140mAh battery and 80W fast charging support, is available for INR 44,999 and comes bundled with a free Stylo 2. For students or lighter users, the OnePlus Pad Lite is priced at INR 11,999, making it one of the most affordable ways to enter the OnePlus ecosystem. On the audio side, the Buds Pro 3 and Buds 4 are discounted to INR 9,999 and INR 4,999 respectively. Those who prefer neckband-style earphones can pick up the Bullets Wireless Z3 for INR 1,199, which is quite aggressive pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When does the OnePlus Freedom Sale 2026 start?
A1: The sale begins on January 16, 2026, and will be available across OnePlus.in, Amazon, and offline stores such as Croma and Reliance Digital.
Q2: What is the cheapest OnePlus phone available during the sale?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is the most affordable smartphone in the Freedom Sale, with an effective price of INR 22,999 after applicable bank discounts.
Q3: Which OnePlus tablet supports 5G connectivity?
The Shadow Black variant of the OnePlus Pad Go 2 is the brand’s first tablet to offer 5G support.
Q4: Are there any free gifts included with the OnePlus 15?
A4: Yes, customers purchasing the OnePlus 15 during the Freedom Sale will receive a complimentary pair of OnePlus Nord Buds 3.
