OnePlus Nord 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $385 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads — 67/100 vs 61/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4000); the OnePlus Nord 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,848,224 vs 1,820,628); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1848224 vs 1820628
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $799
- Better camera (44/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2115 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6826 vs 5179
- Lighter: 167g vs 211g
- Higher performance (78/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the OnePlus Nord 5 scores 6 points higher (67/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads (66/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 — 36/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S24 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (66/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (82/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 1820628 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 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 S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 5 leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 1.5% 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 Samsung Galaxy S24 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (66/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (82/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The OnePlus Nord 5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 61/100.
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users.