OnePlus Nord 5 vs Realme GT 6
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Realme GT 6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $385 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 6 leads — 70/100 vs 67/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5500); the OnePlus Nord 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,848,224 vs 1,809,566).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Realme GT 6
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1848224 vs 1809566
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $450
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Realme GT 6 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Realme GT 6, the Realme GT 6 scores 3 points higher (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 6 leads (61/100 vs 44/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Realme GT 6 — 64/100; 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 Realme GT 6 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 6 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 6 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 6 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Realme GT 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 1809566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.0×75.1×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $450 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme GT 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 6
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Realme GT 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 5 leads Realme GT 6 by 2.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $65. OnePlus Nord 5 was $65 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Realme GT 6 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 6 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (61/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 6 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 6 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Realme GT 6?
The Realme GT 6 edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Realme GT 6?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Realme GT 6 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Realme GT 6?
The Realme GT 6 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Realme GT 6?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 6 is a better fit for active users.