OnePlus Nord 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $316 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 67/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,849,271); the OnePlus Nord 5 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 226g).
OnePlus Nord 5
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $1500
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1849271
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4817
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 76/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 21 points higher (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1849271 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4817 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 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 | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $316 | $1500 |
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 48.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1184. OnePlus Nord 5 is cheaper by $1184.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (93/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 by 21 points (88/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.