OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 62/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5200); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
OnePlus Nord CE5
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1696968
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (98/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $392 | — |
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 57.6% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (98/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 28 points (90/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.