OnePlus Nord 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The OnePlus Nord 6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $420 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 6 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 2,314,061); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 6
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes OnePlus Nord 6 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $999
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 2314061
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 6649
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 leads (69/100 vs 54/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 6 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 S25+ is a bit better (92/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100. In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (72/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 6 | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2314061 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2072 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6649 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 6
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 6 and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads OnePlus Nord 6 by 28.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $579. OnePlus Nord 6 was $579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (92/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (69/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 6 (72/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ edges out the OnePlus Nord 6 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The OnePlus Nord 6 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 6 over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The OnePlus Nord 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.