OnePlus Nord 2T vs Samsung Galaxy J7 2017

The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; estimated prices are $380 and $320. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads — 28/100 vs 8/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.

The OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 by 20 points (28/100 vs 8/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2T
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 84
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 1
Battery 1
Design 73
Value for money 88
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3600 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 1/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 better?
  • Lighter: 181g vs 190g
  • Cheaper: $320 vs $380

  • Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017, the OnePlus Nord 2T scores 20 points higher (28/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (37/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (39/100 vs 1/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (37/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (39/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).

OnePlus Nord 2T: The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017: The Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 2T Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Samsung Exynos 7870
AnTuTu 192269
Geekbench Single 172
Geekbench Multi 492
Display 6.4" AMOLED 5.5" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 3600 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 3GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 16GB
OS Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm 152.5×74.8×8.0 mm
Weight 190 g 181 g
Price $380 $320
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
1
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
  • 5.5" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
  • 3600 mAh
  • No wireless charging
1
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 2T
$380
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
$320

Price difference: $60. Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 is cheaper by $60.

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 Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (37/100 vs 1/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (39/100 vs 1/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017?

The OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 by 20 points (28/100 vs 8/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017?

The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 — 8/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017?

The OnePlus Nord 2T leads on camera score (37/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017?

The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.