OnePlus Nord CE 3 vs Samsung Galaxy A55
OnePlus Nord CE 3 delivers superior charging speed with 67W SuperVOOC versus Samsung's modest 25W, making it ideal for power users prioritizing quick top-ups. Samsung Galaxy A55 counters with IP67 dust/water resistance (deeper submersion than Nord CE 3's IP54), newer Android 14 with One UI 6.1, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. Display quality favors Galaxy A55 slightly with 1000 nits brightness and Super AMOLED tech versus Nord CE 3's 950-nit AMOLED. Camera systems are comparable—both feature 50MP primary sensors with OIS—though A55 adds a higher-resolution 32MP selfie camera. Performance-wise, Snapdragon 782G in Nord CE 3 edges out Exynos 1480 for gaming and intensive tasks. At $299 versus $449.99, OnePlus Nord CE 3 offers exceptional value with flagship charging and solid performance. Choose Nord CE 3 for better value and charging; select Galaxy A55 if durability and software longevity matter most.
Full Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Nord CE 3 | Samsung Galaxy A55 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (OxygenOS 13.1) | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 193 g | 213 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 163.9 x 75.0 x 8.1 mm | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 5 MP macro |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W SuperVOOC wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 950 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.7 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Xclipse 530 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G | Exynos 1480 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
OnePlus Nord CE 3
Pros
- 67W fast charging at an affordable price
- 120Hz AMOLED display looks great
- Large 5000 mAh battery for all-day use
- OIS on the main camera is unusual at this price
- Lightweight and slim for a 6.7-inch phone
Cons
- Snapdragon 782G is a mid-tier chip
- Weak 8 MP ultrawide camera
- No wireless charging
- Only Wi-Fi 5 support
- IP54 is minimal water resistance
Samsung Galaxy A55
Pros
- Premium aluminum and Gorilla Glass build
- Vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Large 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Four years of OS upgrades and five years of security
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Cons
- Exynos 1480 lags behind Snapdragon rivals
- Heavy at 213 g
- No dedicated telephoto camera
- Only 25W charging with no charger included
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