OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; launch prices were $350 and $280. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 21/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,948,304 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2948304 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $350
- Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra scores 50 points higher (71/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 15/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 — 0/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (70/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (84/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 2948304 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2800 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 146.2×71.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $280 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy J5 2017, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 by 1433.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (89/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (70/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (84/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 by 50 points (71/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.