OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $392 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 62/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3900); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,696,968 vs 1,660,456); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 199g).
OnePlus Nord CE5
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Higher AnTuTu: 1696968 vs 1660456
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 29/100)
- Lighter: 168g vs 199g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $392
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 4 points higher (66/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (60/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (60/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $392 | $229 |
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE5 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 2.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $163. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $163.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (60/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (83/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the OnePlus Nord CE5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.