OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $295 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 61/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $599
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 25 points higher (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3758268 | |
| 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 | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $599 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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 15
- 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 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 54.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 25 points (86/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.