OnePlus 15T vs OnePlus Nord CE5
The OnePlus 15T (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex; launch prices were $799 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15T leads — 86/100 vs 61/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6400); the OnePlus 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,927,976 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15T
OnePlus Nord CE5
What makes OnePlus 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3927976 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6400 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $799
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15T vs the OnePlus Nord CE5, the OnePlus 15T scores 25 points higher (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (84/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus 15T — 86/100, OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100; 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 15T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15T | OnePlus Nord CE5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 8350 Apex | |
| AnTuTu | 3927976 | 1696968 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6400 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 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 / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 1430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 150.6×71.8×8.4 mm | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $295 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15T
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15T and OnePlus Nord CE5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15T leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 131.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $504. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $504 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (84/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15T or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 25 points (86/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15T and the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 15T has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the OnePlus Nord CE5 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15T or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 15T leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15T or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 15T leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15T over the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users.