Apple iPhone 11 vs OnePlus Nord 3
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 11 excels with its industry-leading A13 Bionic processor, cohesive iOS ecosystem, and proven software longevity, though its 60Hz IPS display feels dated compared to modern standards. OnePlus Nord 3 counters with a superior 120Hz AMOLED screen (1450 nits), significantly larger 5000mAh battery, faster 80W charging, and more impressive camera hardware (50MP main sensor vs 12MP). Performance-wise, the A13 Bionic still edges MediaTek's Dimensity 9000 for real-world smoothness, but the gap narrows considerably. Camera results favor iPhone's computational photography in low light, while Nord 3's higher megapixel count excels in detail capture. At $399 versus $699, OnePlus Nord 3 delivers exceptional value with modern specs, superior display technology, and 5G connectivity. iPhone 11 suits those prioritizing ecosystem integration and long-term software support. For most users seeking flagship features at mid-range pricing, Nord 3 is the smarter choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 11 if…
- →Excellent value with A13 Bionic chip
- →Night mode on main camera
- →Dual camera system with ultrawide
Buy the OnePlus Nord 3 if…
- →Dimensity 9000 delivers flagship-tier performance
- →80W fast charging for rapid top-ups
- →50 MP Sony IMX890 sensor for good low-light
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 11
Pros
- Excellent value with A13 Bionic chip
- Night mode on main camera
- Dual camera system with ultrawide
- Great battery life for the price
- Wide range of color options
Cons
- LCD display instead of OLED
- 720p-class resolution on 6.1-inch screen
- No telephoto camera
- 5W charger in the box (no fast charger)
- No 5G connectivity
OnePlus Nord 3
Pros
- Dimensity 9000 delivers flagship-tier performance
- 80W fast charging for rapid top-ups
- 50 MP Sony IMX890 sensor for good low-light
- 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Bright 1450 nit AMOLED display
Cons
- No wireless charging
- No official IP rating
- 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP macro are weak
- Not available in North America
- USB 2.0 data speeds
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 11 | OnePlus Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 13 | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 194 g | 193.5 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 |
| IP rating | IP68 | No official rating |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm | 162.9 x 75 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony IMX890) |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3110 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired (adapter sold separately) | 80W SuperVOOC wired |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.74 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina IPS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1792 x 828 | 2772 x 1240 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 625 | 1450 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz + 3x2.85 GHz + 4x1.80 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G710 MC10 |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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