OnePlus Nord 2T vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $380 and $964. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 28/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2T
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 84
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 192g
  • Cheaper: $380 vs $964

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 19 points higher (47/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (84/100 vs 43/100).

OnePlus Nord 2T: The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 2T Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 2096581
Geekbench Single 2205
Geekbench Multi 7192
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2340
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 32 MP 12 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65
Dimensions 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 190 g 192 g
Price $380 $964
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 2T
$380
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964

Price difference: $584. OnePlus Nord 2T is cheaper by $584.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (42/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (84/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.