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.
OnePlus Nord 2T
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 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)
- Overall rating 5/100
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).
| 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 | — |
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.