OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $295 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 61/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $999
- Better portability (57/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 24 points higher (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| 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 | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 44.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $704. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $704 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 24 points (85/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.