OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $295 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 61/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $986
- Better portability (57/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (92/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (57/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $986 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 66.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $691. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $691 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (92/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (57/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 31 points (92/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.