Galaxy S21 5G vs OnePlus Nord N30 SE: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S21 5G
OnePlus Nord N30 SE
Too close to call: 3 of 6 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedGalaxy S21 5G8070
- CameraGalaxy S21 5G9180
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryOnePlus Nord N30 SE7086
- DisplayOnePlus Nord N30 SE8689
- ConnectivityGalaxy S21 5G8065
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueOnePlus Nord N30 SE6885
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE charges faster33W vs 25W
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE has the bigger screen6.72" vs 6.2"
- Galaxy S21 5G is lighter169 g vs 193 g
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
- Galaxy S21 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy S21 5G and OnePlus Nord N30 SE are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy S21 5G for its lighter body (169 g vs 193 g) and more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB), or the OnePlus Nord N30 SE for its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and faster charging (33W vs 25W).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.72" vs 6.2"
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S21 5G or OnePlus Nord N30 SE?
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy S21 5G for its lighter body (169 g vs 193 g) and more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB), or the OnePlus Nord N30 SE for its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and faster charging (33W vs 25W). BeastScore: Galaxy S21 5G 80.8/100, OnePlus Nord N30 SE 80.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S21 5G and OnePlus Nord N30 SE?
Galaxy S21 5G has a 6.2-inch display and 4000 mAh battery. OnePlus Nord N30 SE has a 6.72-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S21 5G and OnePlus Nord N30 SE compare for speed?
Galaxy S21 5G scores 80/100 for performance; OnePlus Nord N30 SE scores 70/100.
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