Nokia 5.3 vs OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
The Nokia 5.3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $199 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads — 66/100 vs 23/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is faster in AnTuTu (2,536,961 vs 329,457); the Nokia 5.3 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 5.3
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
What makes Nokia 5.3 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $250
- Better portability (62/100 vs 57/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2536961 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 5.3 vs the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing scores 43 points higher (66/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (68/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Nokia 5.3 — 8/100, OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.3 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 5.3 | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 2536961 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 5.3
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 5.3
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 5.3
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 5.3 and OnePlus Ace 5 Racing, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads Nokia 5.3 by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Nokia 5.3 was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (84/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (32/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (68/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.3 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 5.3 or the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 by 43 points (66/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 5.3 and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The Nokia 5.3 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5.3 or the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 5.3 or the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on performance (84/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5.3 over the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.