Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs OnePlus Nord CE 4
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 15 Plus commands a $600 premium over OnePlus Nord CE 4, positioning these as distinctly different market segments. Display quality favors Apple with its 2796 x 1290 Super Retina XDR OLED panel reaching 2000 nits, though OnePlus counters with a 120Hz refresh rate versus iPhone's 60Hz and sharper pixel density. Performance heavily favors Apple's A16 Bionic chipset, delivering superior sustained performance and gaming capabilities compared to Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. Camera systems show different strengths: iPhone excels in Dolby Vision 4K video and computational photography, while OnePlus offers better ultrawide and front-facing specs. Battery capacity favors OnePlus (5500 mAh) with superior 100W charging, versus iPhone's modest 20W wired charging. Build quality and durability clearly advantage iPhone with IP68 rating and premium aluminum construction. For power users prioritizing flagship performance, seamless ecosystem integration, and longevity, iPhone 15 Plus justifies its price. Budget-conscious buyers seeking raw specs and fast charging should choose OnePlus Nord CE 4.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 15 Plus if…
- →Outstanding battery life from large 4383 mAh cell
- →Dynamic Island replaces notch on a non-Pro model
- →48 MP main camera is a major upgrade over iPhone 14 Plus
Buy the OnePlus Nord CE 4 if…
- →100W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills the battery in about 30 minutes
- →Large 5500 mAh battery provides excellent multi-day endurance
- →Bright 2100-nit AMOLED display is outstanding for the price
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Pros
- Outstanding battery life from large 4383 mAh cell
- Dynamic Island replaces notch on a non-Pro model
- 48 MP main camera is a major upgrade over iPhone 14 Plus
- First USB-C port on a standard Plus model
- Large display great for media consumption
Cons
- Capped at 60Hz with no ProMotion upgrade
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 transfer speeds
- No telephoto camera
- No always-on display
- Bulky and heavy for everyday use
OnePlus Nord CE 4
Pros
- 100W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills the battery in about 30 minutes
- Large 5500 mAh battery provides excellent multi-day endurance
- Bright 2100-nit AMOLED display is outstanding for the price
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 handles games and multitasking well
- Lightweight and slim design at just 184 g
Cons
- No official IP rating for water or dust resistance
- Plastic build quality feels cheaper than metal-framed competitors
- 8 MP ultrawide camera is low resolution
- No wireless charging support
- Video recording capped at 4K@30fps
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 Plus | OnePlus Nord CE 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 14 (OxygenOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 201 g | 184 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Plastic frame and back |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 162.6 x 75.6 x 7.7 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS, Sony LYT-600 |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4383 mAh | 5500 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 100W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 2100 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x2.63 GHz + 3x2.4 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 720 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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