OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $295 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 61/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6150 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $650
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 23 points higher (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $650 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 46.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $355. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $355 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.