OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 61/100 vs 53/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,696,968 vs 971,424); the OnePlus Nord CE5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1696968 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 199g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 8 points higher (61/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (70/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE5 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 74.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (68/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (70/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users.