OnePlus Nord 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $385 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,848,224); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $799
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5179
- Lighter: 162g vs 211g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads (66/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (89/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 41.5% 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 S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (77/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (89/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.