OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Realme GT 8
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $295 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 61/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Realme GT 8
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $350
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 19 points higher (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; 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 Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (98/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 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 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $350 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 45.7% 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 Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (98/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 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 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE5 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Realme GT 8?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Realme GT 8?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.