OnePlus Nord 3 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $339 and $1230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 60/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,542,660); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 214g).
OnePlus Nord 3
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Lighter: 193g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $339 vs $1230
- Better portability (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1542660
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 4384
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 24 points higher (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (78/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 3 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1542660 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $339 | $1230 |
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared OnePlus Nord 3 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord 3 by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $891. OnePlus Nord 3 is cheaper by $891.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (96/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (78/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.