OnePlus 15 vs OnePlus Nord 5
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $385. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 67/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
OnePlus Nord 5
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 66/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $799
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the OnePlus Nord 5, the OnePlus 15 scores 19 points higher (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100; 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 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | OnePlus Nord 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 1848224 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6800 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $385 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Nord 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $414. OnePlus Nord 5 was $414 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (89/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 15 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 5 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the OnePlus Nord 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users.