OnePlus Nord 3 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads — 43/100 vs 31/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.

The OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 51
Design 58
Value for money 86
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 193g vs 194g

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the OnePlus Nord 3 scores 12 points higher (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (34/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus Nord 3: The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 3 Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1542660
Geekbench Single 1693
Geekbench Multi 4384
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1240x2772 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 80W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 1450 nits 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 193 g 194 g
Price $339
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 3
$339
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (34/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.