OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $295 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads — 73/100 vs 61/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5100); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is faster in AnTuTu (1,724,757 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 70W
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $450
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1724757 vs 1696968
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 199g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier scores 12 points higher (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (68/100 vs 56/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 70/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $450 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 1.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $155. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $155 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE5 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.