Nokia X30 5G vs OnePlus Nord 3
The Verdict
Nokia X30 5G prioritizes sustainability and durability with its 100% recycled aluminum frame, IP67 rating, and ZEISS optics on the 50MP main camera. OnePlus Nord 3 counters with superior raw performance via the Dimensity 9000 chipset, a larger 6.74-inch 120Hz display with 1450 nits brightness, and faster 80W charging. Nord 3's 5000mAh battery outlasts X30's 4200mAh, while the Nokia offers wireless charging and lighter weight. Display quality heavily favors Nord 3 with higher resolution (2772x1240 vs 2400x1080) and refresh rate. For gaming and demanding apps, Nord 3 excels; for eco-conscious buyers seeking reliable everyday performance, X30 5G delivers solid value. Nord 3 represents better overall performance and features at a lower price point, making it the stronger recommendation for most users.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Nokia X30 5G if…
- →Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- →100% recycled materials in the frame and back for sustainability
- →ZEISS optics produce natural, sharp photos
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
Nokia X30 5G
Pros
- Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- 100% recycled materials in the frame and back for sustainability
- ZEISS optics produce natural, sharp photos
- IP67 water resistance and wireless charging at this tier
- Clean, near-stock Android experience
Cons
- Snapdragon 695 is underpowered compared to alternatives at $449
- 90Hz refresh rate instead of 120Hz competitors
- 4200 mAh battery is modest for 5G usage
- Limited availability in some markets
- Camera processing can be slow to capture and process shots
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 | Nokia X30 5G | OnePlus Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12 | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 185 g | 193.5 g |
| Material | 100% recycled aluminum frame, recycled plastic back | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 |
| IP rating | IP67 | No official rating |
| Dimensions | 158.9 x 73.9 x 7.99 mm | 162.9 x 75 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, ZEISS optics | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony IMX890) |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4200 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 33W wired | 80W SuperVOOC wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.43 inches | 6.74 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2772 x 1240 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 1450 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.7 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz + 3x2.85 GHz + 4x1.80 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Mali-G710 MC10 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3 |
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