OnePlus Nord 3 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $339 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,542,660); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Performance 71
Display 84
Camera 35
Battery 56
Portability 61
Value for money 60
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 80
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 226g
  • Cheaper: $339 vs $1500

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1542660
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1693
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4384
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
  • Better value for money (80/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (93/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (80/100 vs 60/100).

OnePlus Nord 3: The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 3 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1542660 3593401
Geekbench Single 1693 3640
Geekbench Multi 4384 11033
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1240x2772 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 80W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 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
Brightness (peak) 1450 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 226 g
Price $339 $1500
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus Nord 3 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus Nord 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
60/100
1542660 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +57.1%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord 3 by 57.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 3
$339
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$1500

Price difference: $1161. OnePlus Nord 3 is cheaper by $1161.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (96/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (93/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (80/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (80/100 vs 60/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.