OnePlus Nord 5 vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $385 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 67/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6800); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Lighter: 211g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $599
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 23 points higher (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 94/100; 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 Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | realme UI 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $599 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 53.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $214. OnePlus Nord 5 was $214 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (84/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 by 23 points (90/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.