OnePlus Nord CE5 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 44/100 vs 7/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.
OnePlus Nord CE5
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 37 points higher (44/100 vs 7/100). 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 15/100). 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 Libero 5G III (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (66/100 vs 15/100). 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 Libero 5G III (83/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 207 g | |
| Price | $392 | — |
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (31/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (66/100 vs 15/100).
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 Libero 5G III (83/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 37 points (44/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on camera score (31/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.