OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Poco X8 Pro
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $295 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 61/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Poco X8 Pro
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $350
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4313
- Lighter: 196g vs 199g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 2 points higher (63/100 vs 61/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; 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 X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $350 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 14.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $55. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $55 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the OnePlus Nord CE5 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Poco X8 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Poco X8 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.