OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 44/100 vs 26/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.
OnePlus Nord CE5
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 18 points higher (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (66/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (66/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (83/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 173 g | |
| Price | $392 | — |
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (66/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (83/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.