OnePlus Nord CE5 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 44/100 vs 16/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE5 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't.

The OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 28 points (44/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 66
Design 50
Value for money 83
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 28 points higher (44/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (66/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (66/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (83/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus Nord CE5: The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord CE5 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 1696968
Geekbench Single 1398
Geekbench Multi 4313
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 1080x2412 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 15, ColorOS 15 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1430 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP65
Dimensions 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 207 g
Price $392
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
66
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord CE5
$392
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (31/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (66/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (83/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 28 points (44/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on camera score (31/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.