OnePlus Nord 2T vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads — 28/100 vs 5/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 23 points (28/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2T
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 84
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Overall rating 5/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the OnePlus Nord 2T scores 23 points higher (28/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (84/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus Nord 2T: The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 2T Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.4" AMOLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 466x466
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm
Weight 190 g
Price $380
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 2T
$380
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
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 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (39/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 23 points (28/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The OnePlus Nord 2T leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.