OnePlus Nord 2T vs Redmi Note 8T

The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; estimated prices are $380 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads — 28/100 vs 16/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.

The OnePlus Nord 2T is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 8T — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2T
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 84
Redmi Note 8T
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 25
Battery 12
Design 62
Value for money 96
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 25/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Redmi Note 8T better?
  • Cheaper: $200 vs $380

  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Redmi Note 8T, the OnePlus Nord 2T scores 12 points higher (28/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T leads (96/100 vs 84/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100).

OnePlus Nord 2T: The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 8T: The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 2T Redmi Note 8T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
AnTuTu 329457
Geekbench Single 321
Geekbench Multi 1128
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Price $380 $200
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Redmi Note 8T
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
25
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi Note 8T
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Redmi Note 8T
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 2T
$380
Redmi Note 8T
$200

Price difference: $180. Redmi Note 8T is cheaper by $180.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (39/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Redmi Note 8T?

The OnePlus Nord 2T is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 8T — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Redmi Note 8T?

The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Redmi Note 8T — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Redmi Note 8T?

The OnePlus Nord 2T leads on camera score (37/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Redmi Note 8T?

The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.