OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Poco F8 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $295 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Poco F8 Ultra
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $729
- Better portability (57/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3651476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $729 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 53.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $434. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $434 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (97/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.