OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $295 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 61/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,696,968 vs 1,673,316).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1696968 vs 1673316
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 70W
- Lighter: 199g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $300
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 4 points higher (65/100 vs 61/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; 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 OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $300 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE5 leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 1.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $5. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $5 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.