Honor Play9C vs OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Honor Play9C
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G wins 2 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedHonor Play9C8679
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryOnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G8695
- DisplayOnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G8489
- ConnectivityTie6565
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie8585
- OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh
- OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G has the bigger screen6.72" vs 6.56"
- Honor Play9C is lighter190 g vs 208 g
- OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.3
- Honor Play9C has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G has the faster chipDimensity 7400 Apex vs Dimensity 6100+
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G wins — BeastScore 84.5/100
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh) and bigger screen (6.72" vs 6.56"). The Honor Play9C is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (190 g vs 208 g).
More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB · Lighter: 190 g vs 208 g (18 g less)
Larger battery: 7,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Honor Play9C or OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,200 mAh) and bigger screen (6.72" vs 6.56"). The Honor Play9C is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (190 g vs 208 g). BeastScore: Honor Play9C 84.1/100, OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G 84.5/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Honor Play9C and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?
Honor Play9C has a 6.56-inch display and 5200 mAh battery. OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G has a 6.72-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.
How do Honor Play9C and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G compare for speed?
Honor Play9C scores 86/100 for performance; OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G scores 79/100.
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