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OnePlus Nord 4 vs Xiaomi 14 Ultra

OnePlus Nord 4 delivers exceptional value for budget-conscious buyers with its 5500 mAh battery, 100W charging, and capable Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor handling everyday tasks smoothly. Its 6.74-inch LTPO AMOLED display with 2150 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh provides pleasant visuals, while the 50MP main camera with OIS captures respectable photos. However, Xiaomi 14 Ultra justifies its premium price with a flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, superior 1-inch Sony LYT-900 sensor with variable aperture, dual telephoto setup enabling professional-grade versatility, and 8K video recording. The 3200x1440 display reaches 3000 nits for HDR content, and 80W wireless charging adds convenience. At three times the cost, the Ultra targets photography enthusiasts and power users seeking premium materials and camera prowess. For most users prioritizing battery life and affordability, Nord 4 excels; professionals demanding cutting-edge optics should choose the Ultra.

OnePlus Nord 4
OnePlus
OnePlus Nord 4
$499
8.1/10
Winner
VS
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
Xiaomi
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
$1,499
8.8/10

Full Specifications

SpecOnePlus Nord 4Xiaomi 14 Ultra
SoftwareAndroid 14 (OxygenOS 14.1)Android 14, HyperOS
Body
Weight199.5 g224 g
MaterialAluminum unibodyTitanium alloy frame, eco-leather back
IP ratingIP65IP68
Dimensions162.6 x 75.0 x 8.0 mm161.4 x 75.3 x 9.2 mm
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony LYT-600)50 MP variable f/1.6-f/4.0, 1-inch Sony LYT-900
Front camera16 MP, f/2.432 MP, f/2.0
Video4K@30fps8K@30fps, 4K@60fps Dolby Vision
Ultrawide8 MP, f/2.2, 112-degree50 MP, f/1.8, 12mm
Telephoto50 MP 3.2x f/1.8 + 50 MP 5x periscope f/2.5
Memory
RAM12 GB16 GB
Storage options256 GB, 512 GB512 GB, 1 TB
Battery
Capacity5500 mAh5300 mAh
Charging100W SuperVOOC wired90W wired
Wireless chargingNo80W wireless
Display
Size6.74 inches6.73 inches
TypeLTPO AMOLEDLTPO AMOLED
Resolution2772 x 12403200 x 1440
Refresh rate1-120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)21503000
Processor
CPUOcta-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520)Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 + 5x3.2 GHz A720 + 2x2.3 GHz A520)
GPUAdreno 732Adreno 750
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.45.4

Category Scores

OnePlus Nord 4
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
Value
8.7
6.8
Camera
7.5
9.4
Battery
8.9
7.6
Display
8.2
9.1
Performance
7.8
9.3

Pros & Cons

OnePlus Nord 4

Pros

  • Unique all-metal aluminum unibody design
  • Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 punches above its class
  • Large 5500 mAh battery with 100W charging
  • Bright 2150-nit LTPO AMOLED display
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 at mid-range price

Cons

  • Weak 8 MP ultrawide camera
  • No wireless charging
  • Only IP65 splash resistance
  • USB-C 2.0 (slow data transfer)
  • Not officially sold in North America

Xiaomi 14 Ultra

Pros

  • Pro-grade 1-inch main sensor with variable aperture
  • Versatile quad 50MP camera system with dual telephotos
  • Extremely bright 3000-nit LTPO display
  • Fast 90W wired and 80W wireless charging
  • Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance

Cons

  • Heavy at 224 g
  • HyperOS still ships with bloatware in some regions
  • Limited official availability in the US
  • Premium price tag

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