OnePlus Nord 3 vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200; estimated prices are $339 and $310. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads — 67/100 vs 60/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus Nord 3 is faster in AnTuTu (1,542,660 vs 1,434,169); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 228g).
OnePlus Nord 3
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 1542660 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3958
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 193g vs 228g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 33/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $310 vs $339
- Better camera (69/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra scores 7 points higher (67/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (69/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100. In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (61/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (76/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 3 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Samsung Exynos 2200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1542660 | 1434169 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 1588 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 3958 | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 3088x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 135 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 40 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | 163.3×77.9×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $339 | $310 |
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared OnePlus Nord 3 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 3 leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 7.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $29. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is cheaper by $29.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (69/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (61/100 vs 33/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (76/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra edges out the OnePlus Nord 3 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads on camera score (69/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.