OnePlus Nord CE 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
The Verdict
These phones serve completely different markets despite similar pricing tiers. The OnePlus Nord CE 4 delivers exceptional value at $299 with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display hitting 2100 nits brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and the capable Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor. Its 50MP main camera with OIS and 5500mAh battery with 100W charging make it a practical daily driver. However, it lacks an IP rating and uses a plastic build. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 at $999 is a premium foldable device with a unique 6.7-inch inner display plus 1.9-inch cover screen, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, and IPX8 water resistance. Its faster 4K@60fps video and wireless charging are pluses, but the 3700mAh battery is noticeably smaller and 25W wired charging feels dated. The Flip 4's foldable innovation comes with durability questions and a significantly higher price tag. Choose the Nord CE 4 if you want reliable performance and value with a traditional form factor. Pick the Galaxy Z Flip 4 if you prioritize cutting-edge design and have the budget for a premium foldable experience, accepting the battery and charging trade-offs.
Who Should Buy
Buy the OnePlus Nord CE 4 if…
- →100W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills the battery in about 30 minutes
- →Large 5500 mAh battery provides excellent multi-day endurance
- →Bright 2100-nit AMOLED display is outstanding for the price
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 if…
- →Compact clamshell design fits in any pocket
- →Improved battery over Flip 3
- →Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is efficient
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
OnePlus Nord CE 4
Pros
- 100W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills the battery in about 30 minutes
- Large 5500 mAh battery provides excellent multi-day endurance
- Bright 2100-nit AMOLED display is outstanding for the price
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 handles games and multitasking well
- Lightweight and slim design at just 184 g
Cons
- No official IP rating for water or dust resistance
- Plastic build quality feels cheaper than metal-framed competitors
- 8 MP ultrawide camera is low resolution
- No wireless charging support
- Video recording capped at 4K@30fps
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Pros
- Compact clamshell design fits in any pocket
- Improved battery over Flip 3
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is efficient
- IPX8 water resistance
- Flex mode for hands-free selfies and video calls
Cons
- Visible crease on inner display
- Small cover screen limits functionality
- 12 MP cameras lag behind competitors
- No telephoto camera
- USB 2.0 data transfer speeds
Full Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Nord CE 4 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (OxygenOS 14) | Android 12, One UI 4.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 184 g | 187 g |
| Material | Plastic frame and back | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | None | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 162.6 x 75.6 x 7.7 mm | 165.2 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS, Sony LYT-600 | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5500 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| Charging | 100W SUPERVOOC | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches (inner), 1.9 inches (cover) |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, foldable |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1080 | 2640 x 1080 (inner), 512 x 260 (cover) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz (inner) |
| Brightness (nits) | 2100 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.63 GHz + 3x2.4 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz + 3x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 720 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| 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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