OnePlus Nord 3 vs Samsung Galaxy S23+
The Verdict
OnePlus Nord 3 delivers impressive value with its large 6.74-inch AMOLED display (1450 nits), MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor, and exceptional 80W charging into a 5000mAh battery for just $399. Samsung Galaxy S23+ commands premium pricing at $999 with the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, superior Gorilla Glass Victus 2, IP68 rating, and more advanced camera features including 3x optical zoom and 8K video recording. Display quality favors Samsung marginally (1750 nits, Dynamic AMOLED 2X), while OnePlus excels in raw battery capacity and charging speed. Camera systems differ significantly: S23+ offers telephoto zoom and 8K video, whereas Nord 3 provides solid 4K output with larger main sensor. Performance-wise, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 outpaces Dimensity 9000, though real-world differences remain subtle for daily tasks. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing battery life and display size, OnePlus Nord 3 represents outstanding value. Those demanding premium build quality, comprehensive imaging tools, and bleeding-edge performance should invest in the Galaxy S23+.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S23+ if…
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy delivers top-tier performance
- →Bright 1750-nit display is excellent in direct sunlight
- →4700 mAh battery provides strong all-day endurance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Samsung Galaxy S23+
Pros
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy delivers top-tier performance
- Bright 1750-nit display is excellent in direct sunlight
- 4700 mAh battery provides strong all-day endurance
- Four years of OS updates and five years of security patches
- Versatile triple camera with 3x optical zoom
Cons
- Only 8 GB RAM at the $999 price point
- FHD+ resolution instead of QHD+ on the 6.6-inch display
- 45W charging is slower than Chinese competitors
- No expandable storage or microSD slot
- Design is very similar to S22+ with minimal visual changes
Full Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Nord 3 | Samsung Galaxy S23+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 193.5 g | 195 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | No official rating | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 75 x 8.2 mm | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony IMX890) | 50 MP, f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 10 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom, OIS |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4700 mAh |
| Charging | 80W SuperVOOC wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W, Wireless PowerShare |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.74 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2772 x 1240 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1450 | 1750 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz + 3x2.85 GHz + 4x1.80 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MC10 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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