Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) vs Realme 3
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Realme 3 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 3 leads — 24/100 vs 22/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 3 has the bigger battery (4230 mAh vs 3060); the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) is noticeably lighter (160g vs 175g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
Realme 3
What makes Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 175g
- Better display (41/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Realme 3 better?
- Bigger battery: 4230 vs 3060 mAh
- Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (27/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) vs the Realme 3, the Realme 3 scores 2 points higher (24/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 3 leads (27/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and the Realme 3 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 3 and the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 3 is a bit better (27/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) is a bit better (82/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) | Realme 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 779 | |
| Display | 5.9" IPS LCD | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 720x1520 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 3060 mAh | 4230 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 10W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); Android One | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 149.5×72.0×8.1 mm | 156.1×75.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 175 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Realme 3
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- 5.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 3
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- 3060 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme 3
- 4230 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and Realme 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and the Realme 3 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 3 and the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 3 is a bit better (27/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) is a bit better (82/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) or the Realme 3?
The Realme 3 edges out the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and the Realme 3?
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Realme 3 — 24/100.
Should you choose the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) over the Realme 3?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Realme 3 (27/100 vs 15/100).