OnePlus Nord 5 vs Poco F6
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $385 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads — 67/100 vs 63/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Nord 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,848,224 vs 1,704,455); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Poco F6
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1848224 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5179 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1930 vs 1923
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $385
- Better portability (72/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Poco F6, the OnePlus Nord 5 scores 4 points higher (67/100 vs 63/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Poco F6 — 66/100; 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 and the Poco F6 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (72/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Poco F6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 1704455 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 1930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 5017 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $290 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Poco F6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 5 leads Poco F6 by 8.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $95. Poco F6 was $95 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Poco F6 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (72/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Poco F6?
The OnePlus Nord 5 edges out the Poco F6 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Poco F6?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Poco F6 — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Poco F6?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Poco F6?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users.