Motorola Frontier 22 vs OnePlus Nord CE5
The Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1, while the OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 44/100 vs 42/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP.
Motorola Frontier 22
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 50W
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Frontier 22 vs the OnePlus Nord CE5, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 2 points higher (44/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (66/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (21/100 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 CE5 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (66/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (83/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Frontier 22 | OnePlus Nord CE5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1696968 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7100 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | — | |
| Price | — | $392 |
Motorola Frontier 22
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Frontier 22
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Frontier 22
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (21/100 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 CE5 (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (66/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 edges out the Motorola Frontier 22 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Frontier 22 and the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Motorola Frontier 22 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the OnePlus Nord CE5 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
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 CE5?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Frontier 22 over the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.