OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $295 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 61/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 199g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $2899
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4313
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 8 points higher (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 35/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 TriFold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (57/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 42.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2604. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $2604 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (52/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (57/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold edges out the OnePlus Nord CE5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.