Motorola Frontier 22 vs OnePlus N6

The Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1, while the OnePlus N6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads — 42/100 vs 35/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus N6 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Frontier 22 has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus N6 doesn't.

The Motorola Frontier 22 edges out the OnePlus N6 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Frontier 22
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 55
OnePlus N6
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 60
Design 40
Value for money 94
What makes Motorola Frontier 22 better?
  • Faster charging: 50W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes OnePlus N6 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Frontier 22 vs the OnePlus N6, the Motorola Frontier 22 scores 7 points higher (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 leads (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus N6 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus N6 and the Motorola Frontier 22 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (94/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Frontier 22: The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.
OnePlus N6: The OnePlus N6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Frontier 22 OnePlus N6
Processor Snapdragon 8 Gen1 MediaTek Dimensity 7360
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 2400x1220
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 50W 45W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 60 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP65
Dimensions 166.5×78.2×8.9 mm
Weight 208 g
Price $235
Camera comparison
Motorola Frontier 22
  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 60MP
78
camera
OnePlus N6
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
OnePlus N6
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1220
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 50W
  • Wireless: 50W
40
battery
OnePlus N6
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknown
OnePlus N6
$235
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus N6 and the Motorola Frontier 22 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (78/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (60/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (94/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the OnePlus N6?

The Motorola Frontier 22 edges out the OnePlus N6 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Frontier 22 and the OnePlus N6?

The Motorola Frontier 22 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the OnePlus N6 — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the OnePlus N6?

The Motorola Frontier 22 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Frontier 22 over the OnePlus N6?

The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus N6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.