OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $295 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 61/100 vs 60/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,696,968 vs 1,223,886).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1696968 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $499
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 199g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 1 points higher (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (68/100 vs 48/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy A56 — 42/100; 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 OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $499 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE5 leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 38.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $204. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $204 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (53/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (68/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.