OnePlus Nord 3 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads — 63/100 vs 60/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the OnePlus Nord 3 is faster in AnTuTu (1,542,660 vs 1,436,963); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1542660 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Lighter: 193g vs 209g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE scores 3 points higher (63/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 3 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1542660 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 3 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 3 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 7.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE edges out the OnePlus Nord 3 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.