OnePlus Nord N30 vs Samsung Galaxy S23+
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23+ dominates this comparison despite commanding a 3.3x price premium. Its Dynamic AMOLED 2X display delivers 1750 nits brightness versus the Nord N30's 680 nits IPS panel, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy outpaces the Snapdragon 695 significantly in performance and efficiency. Camera capabilities heavily favor Samsung: 50MP main with OIS and Dual Pixel PDAF, 10MP telephoto with 3x zoom, and 8K video recording crush the Nord N30's 108MP sensor with basic depth sensor and 1080p maximum. Battery capacity slightly favors Nord N30 at 5000mAh, but Samsung's superior optimization and 15W wireless charging offset this. Build quality differs substantially: Samsung features Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and aluminum with IP68 rating, while Nord N30 offers plastic construction and IP54 protection. Storage options start at 256GB on the S23+ versus 128GB on the Nord N30. For budget-conscious buyers, the Nord N30 delivers solid 120Hz display and 5G connectivity. However, Samsung's superior performance, imaging, display technology, and build quality justify premium pricing for demanding users.
Who Should Buy
Buy the OnePlus Nord N30 if…
- →108 MP main camera for high-resolution shots
- →50W charging is fast for the budget tier
- →5G connectivity at entry-level price
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 N30
Pros
- 108 MP main camera for high-resolution shots
- 50W charging is fast for the budget tier
- 5G connectivity at entry-level price
- Large 6.72-inch display
- Solid battery life from 5000 mAh
Cons
- IPS LCD can't match AMOLED contrast or color
- No NFC for contactless payments
- Depth sensor barely useful as ultrawide replacement
- Snapdragon 695 shows its limits in demanding apps
- No wireless charging
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 N30 | Samsung Galaxy S23+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (OxygenOS 13.1) | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 193 g | 195 g |
| Material | Plastic back and frame | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 165.5 x 76.0 x 8.3 mm | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 108 MP, f/1.75 | 50 MP, f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 1080p@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 2 MP, f/2.4 (depth) | 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, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4700 mAh |
| Charging | 50W SuperVOOC wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W, Wireless PowerShare |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.72 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 680 | 1750 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3 |
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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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