OnePlus Nord 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $385 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 67/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 1,848,224); the OnePlus Nord 5 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $2899
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5179
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 2 points higher (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 76/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 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 Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (51/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 36.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2514. OnePlus Nord 5 was $2514 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (94/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (51/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.