Motorola Frontier 22 vs OnePlus Nord 3
The Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1, while the OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads — 43/100 vs 42/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP.
Motorola Frontier 22
OnePlus Nord 3
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 50W
- Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Frontier 22 vs the OnePlus Nord 3, the OnePlus Nord 3 scores 1 points higher (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (22/100 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 Nord 3 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Frontier 22 | OnePlus Nord 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1542660 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1240x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 50W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | — | 8GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 193 g | |
| Price | — | $339 |
Motorola Frontier 22
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Frontier 22
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Frontier 22
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (22/100 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 Nord 3 (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus Nord 3 edges out the Motorola Frontier 22 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Frontier 22 and the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Motorola Frontier 22 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the OnePlus Nord 3 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Motorola Frontier 22 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Frontier 22 over the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.