OnePlus Nord CE5 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 44/100 vs 22/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE5 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.

The OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 66
Design 50
Value for money 83
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 65W

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 22 points higher (44/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (66/100 vs 50/100). 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 V40 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (83/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus Nord CE5: The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord CE5 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 1696968
Geekbench Single 1398
Geekbench Multi 4313
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2412 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 80W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15, ColorOS 15 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 1430 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP65
Dimensions 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g
Price $392
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
66
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord CE5
$392
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (66/100 vs 50/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (83/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

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

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.