OnePlus Nord 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $385 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads — 67/100 vs 66/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 3900); the OnePlus Nord 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,848,224 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1848224 vs 1656761
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 5179
- Lighter: 168g vs 211g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the OnePlus Nord 5 scores 1 points higher (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (83/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 5 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 11.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $414. OnePlus Nord 5 was $414 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (67/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (83/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus Nord 5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.