OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $295 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 7100); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $840
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (57/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $840 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 69.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $545. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $545 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (57/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.