OnePlus 15 vs OnePlus Nord 3
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,542,660); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
OnePlus Nord 3
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1542660
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 56/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 213g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the OnePlus Nord 3, the OnePlus 15 scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | OnePlus Nord 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 1542660 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1240x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Nord 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads OnePlus Nord 3 by 133.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus Nord 3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (97/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (89/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the OnePlus Nord 3 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users.