Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs OnePlus Nord CE3

Compare Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and OnePlus Nord CE3 to understand which one suits your needs the best. The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is priced from ₹28,990, while OnePlus Nord CE3 is available at ₹24,999 respectively. In terms of performance and features, each device offers a unique combination of processor, display, camera, and battery capabilities. Explore their complete specifications and key differences side-by-side to make a well-informed buying decision.

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs OnePlus Nord CE3 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsSamsung Galaxy A23 5GOnePlus Nord CE3
Price₹28,990₹24,999
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 695Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G
Display6.6 inches, FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz6.7 inches, FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz
Rear Camera50MP (Wide-angle), 5MP (Ultra-wide), 2MP (Macro), 2MP (DepthMP), 8MP (Front)50MP (Wide-angle), 8MP (Ultra-wide), 2MP (Macro), 16MP (Front)
Battery5000mAh, 25W, Charger in the box5000mAh, 80W, Charger in the box
RAM/Storage6GB (LPDDR4X), 128GB (UFS 2.2)8GB (LPDDR4X), 128GB (UFS 3.1)
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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

₹28,990

₹5,991 higher than launch price

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OnePlus Nord CE3

₹24,999

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Reasons To Consider

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
checkmarkEquipped with reinforced, scratch-resistant cover glass - (Panda Glass)
checkmarkWider front aperture gathering more light for clear selfies in dim settings - (f/2.2)
OnePlus Nord CE3
checkmarkFaster processor for smoother multitasking and demanding mobile gaming - (Snapdragon 782G)
checkmarkBigger RAM for smoother app switching and multitasking - (8GB)
checkmarkFaster wired charging speeds for noticeably shorter charge times - (80W)
checkmarkCrisper and higher resolution video recording capability upto 4K@30fps
checkmarkAdvanced display panel technology delivering vibrant colors and deep blacks - (AMOLED)
checkmarkLarge image sensor capturing more ambient light - (1/1.56")
GamingSee More Details
OnePlus Nord CE3100
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G70
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OnePlus Nord CE3100
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G44
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OnePlus Nord CE3100
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G29
BatterySee More Details
OnePlus Nord CE3100
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G67
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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G100
OnePlus Nord CE333

Key Specifications

ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 695Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G
Display6.6 inches, FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz6.7 inches, FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz
Camera50MP (Wide-angle), 5MP (Ultra-wide), 2MP (Macro), 2MP (DepthMP), 8MP (Front)50MP (Wide-angle), 8MP (Ultra-wide), 2MP (Macro), 16MP (Front)
Battery5000mAh, 25W, Charger in the box5000mAh, 80W, Charger in the box
RAM6GB (LPDDR4X)8GB (LPDDR4X)
Storage128GB (UFS 2.2)128GB (UFS 3.1)

General

Box ContentsPhone, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector ToolPhone, 80W Charger, Type-C Cable, Case, SIM Ejector Tool
Launch Price₹22,999₹26,999

Display

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Display TypeIPS LCDAMOLED
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz
Playback QualitySDRHDR10+
Display Engine-Fluid
Touch Sampling Rate-240Hz
Display Size6.6 inches6.7 inches
Area104.9 cm²108 cm²
Display Form FactorFlat DisplayFlat Display
Screen to Body Ratio-93.4%
Resolution Width1080pixels1080pixels
Resolution Height2408pixels2412pixels
Aspect Ratio20:920:9
Pixel Density400ppi394ppi
Display Bit Rate8-bit10-bit
Color Gamut Range-100%
Display ResolutionFHD+FHD+
Peak Brightness-950nits
Eye Protection-Eye Comfort Shield
Colour Gamut-DCI-P3
Colour Depth16.7 Million Colours1.07 Billion Colours
High Brightness500nits-

Body

🏆 Winner: Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

Height165.4 mm162.7 mm
Width76.9 mm75.5 mm
Thickness8.4 mm8.2 mm
Weight197 grams184 grams
Screen MaterialGorilla Glass 5Glass
Back MaterialPlasticPlastic
Side MaterialPlastic FramePlastic Frame
PortsUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0
Additional Features3.5mm Headphone JackInfrared Port, OTG
SpeakerMono SpeakerStereo Speakers
Sound TuningDolby AtmosDolby Atmos
Display ProtectionPanda Glass-
Build QualityPlastic Material-

Processor

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Chipset ManufacturerQualcommQualcomm
ChipsetSnapdragon 695Snapdragon 782G
Fabrication Size6 nm6 nm
Number of CoresOcta-coreOcta-core
Clock Speed2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver1x2.7 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55
Cooling System-Vapor Chamber Cooling
GPUAdreno 619Adreno 642L

Performance Benchmarks

AnTuTu

441369

657388

Geekbench 6 CPU Single-Core

908

1119

Operating System

OS NameAndroidAndroid
OS Version1213
OS SkinOne UIOxygenOS
Bloatware Free OS-Yes
OS Updates2 year(s)2 year(s)
Security Updates4 year(s)3 year(s)

Main Camera

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Main Camera Megapixel50MP50MP
Main Camera Aperturef/1.8f/1.8
Main Camera Lens TypeWide-angleWide-angle
Main Camera Camera Sensor-Sony IMX890
Main Camera Sensor Size-1/1.56"
Main Camera Camera FeaturesOIS, PDAFMulti-directional PDAF, OIS
Main Camera #2 Megapixel5MP8MP
Main Camera #2 Aperturef/2.2f/2.2
Main Camera #2 Field of View123°112°
Main Camera #2 Lens TypeUltra-wideUltra-wide
Main Camera #2 Camera Sensor-Sony IMX355
Main Camera #2 Sensor Size1/5.0"1/4.0"
Main Camera #3 Megapixel2MP2MP
Main Camera #3 Aperturef/2.4f/2.4
Main Camera #3 Lens TypeMacroMacro
FeaturesHDR, OIS, Scene ModeHDR
Camera StabilizationOISOIS
Dynamic Video Recording SupportSDR recordingHDR recording
Auto Focus TypePDAFMulti-Directional PDAF
Max Zoom Supported2-10X10-20X
Video Features-gyro-EIS
Video Recording1080p@30fps1080p@120fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 4K@30fps
Main Camera #4 Megapixel2MP-
Main Camera #4 Aperturef/2.4-
Main Camera #4 Lens TypeDepth-

Selfie Camera

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Front Camera #1 Megapixel8MP16MP
Front Camera #1 Aperturef/2.2f/2.4
Front Camera #1 Focal Length-24 mm
Front Camera #1 Pixel Size0.8 µm1 µm
Front Camera #1 Lens Type-Wide
Auto Focus Type-Fixed Focus
Video Features1080p@30fps1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Video Recording1080@30fps1080@30fps
HDR Recording SupportSDR recordingSDR recording

Battery

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Battery Capacity5000mAh5000mAh
Battery TypeLithium PolymerLithium Polymer
Charging Speed Wired25W80W

Memory

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Storage Size128128
Storage TypeUFS 2.2UFS 3.1
RAM Size68
RAM TypeLPDDR4XLPDDR4X

Network

Sim TypeHybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD)Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network Support5G5G
Band Types5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA
2G Bands1800, 1900, 850, 9001800, 1900, 850, 900
3G Bands1, 2, 4, 5, 81, 2, 4, 5, 8
4G Bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 661, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G Bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA

Connectivity

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Wi-Fi StandardsWi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/acWi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wi-Fi FeaturesHotspotWi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi VersionWiFi 5WiFi 6
Bluetooth Version5.15.2
Bluetooth CodecsA2DP, AAC, LE, SBCA2DP, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, LDAC, LE, LHDC
GPSGPS, QZSSBDS, GPS, QZSS
NFC Support-Supported

Features

Fingerprint ScannerSide MountedOptical (under display)
Sensors on BoardAccelerometer, Compass, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity SensorAccelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor
Haptic Feedback-X-axis Linear Motor

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