OnePlus Nord 5 vs OnePlus Nord CE5
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex; launch prices were $385 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads — 67/100 vs 61/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6800); the OnePlus Nord 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,848,224 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
OnePlus Nord CE5
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1848224 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 1923 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5179 vs 4313
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (44/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6800 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $385
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the OnePlus Nord CE5, the OnePlus Nord 5 scores 6 points higher (67/100 vs 61/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | OnePlus Nord CE5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Dimensity 8350 Apex | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 1696968 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $295 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and OnePlus Nord CE5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 5 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 8.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord 5 edges out the OnePlus Nord CE5 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the OnePlus Nord CE5 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users.