OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $392 and $1230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 62/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 214g).
OnePlus Nord CE5
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Lighter: 199g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $392 vs $1230
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1696968
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 22 points higher (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). 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 S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $392 | $1230 |
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 51.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $838. OnePlus Nord CE5 is cheaper by $838.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
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 S26 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 22 points (84/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.