OnePlus Nord 3 vs Xiaomi POCO X6
The Verdict
Both phones deliver compelling mid-range experiences at different price points. OnePlus Nord 3 features the more powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset and slightly higher refresh rate clarity, but Xiaomi POCO X6 counters with superior brightness (1800 nits vs 1450), faster 67W charging, IP54 dust and water resistance, newer Android 14, and substantially better value at $279 versus $399. Camera performance favors POCO X6 with its 64MP main sensor and PDAF autofocus compared to Nord 3's 50MP setup. Battery capacity edges to POCO X6 at 5100mAh. For raw performance and processing power, OnePlus Nord 3 holds advantages, yet POCO X6 delivers more practical features and affordability. POCO X6 represents superior value for most consumers seeking a well-rounded phone.
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 Xiaomi POCO X6 if…
- →1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- →67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- →Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
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
Xiaomi POCO X6
Pros
- 1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- 67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
- OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- Light and slim at 181 g with good in-hand feel
Cons
- Macro sensor adds minimal value to the camera system
- No wireless charging at any price variant
- Plastic frame doesn't feel as premium as metal alternatives
- Only IP54 splash resistance — not fully waterproof
- MIUI/HyperOS includes bloatware and ads
Full Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Nord 3 | Xiaomi POCO X6 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 | Android 14 (MIUI 14 / HyperOS) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 193.5 g | 181 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 | Plastic frame, glass front and back |
| IP rating | No official rating | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 75 x 8.2 mm | 161.2 x 74.3 x 7.98 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony IMX890) | 64 MP, f/1.79, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 80W SuperVOOC wired | 67W wired (Turbo Charge) |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.74 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2772 x 1240 | 2712 x 1220 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1450 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz + 3x2.85 GHz + 4x1.80 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MC10 | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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