OnePlus Nord 5 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $385 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 67/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,848,224); the OnePlus Nord 5 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $950
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 24 points higher (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 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 Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (99/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $950 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 56.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $565. OnePlus Nord 5 was $565 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (99/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 by 24 points (91/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.