OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $295 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 70/100 vs 61/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4313
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 9 points higher (70/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 39.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1704. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $1704 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (93/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (50/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the OnePlus Nord CE5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.