OnePlus Nord CE5 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $295 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 61/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $700
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4313
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 12 points higher (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 35/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Launch price | $295 | $700 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 3.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $405. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $405 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE5 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.