OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $392 and $279. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads — 64/100 vs 62/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4500); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,696,968 vs 1,436,963).
OnePlus Nord CE5
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Higher AnTuTu: 1696968 vs 1436963
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Lighter: 199g vs 209g
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Cheaper: $279 vs $392
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE scores 2 points higher (64/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (76/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $392 | $279 |
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE5 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 18.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $113. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper by $113.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (60/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (76/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.