OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 51/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 671,241); the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G is noticeably lighter (173g vs 190g).
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 190g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (77/100 vs 72/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 671241
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1003
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2423
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 19 points higher (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 900 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 671241 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1003 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2423 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, OxygenOS 11 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×73.2×7.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G by 78.8% in our overall performance rating.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G (91/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G (89/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.