OnePlus Nord N30 SE vs Xperia 5 V: Which One Should You Buy?
Xperia 5 V edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
OnePlus Nord N30 SE
Xperia 5 V
Xperia 5 V wins 3 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedXperia 5 V7080
- CameraXperia 5 V8082
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie8686
- DisplayOnePlus Nord N30 SE8988
- ConnectivityXperia 5 V6590
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueOnePlus Nord N30 SE8555
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE charges faster33W vs 30W
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE has the bigger screen6.72" vs 6.1"
- Xperia 5 V is lighter182 g vs 193 g
- Xperia 5 V has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.3
- Xperia 5 V has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- Xperia 5 V has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Dimensity 6020
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xperia 5 V wins — BeastScore 80.8/100
The Xperia 5 V is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (182 g vs 193 g) and newer Bluetooth (5.4 vs 5.3). The OnePlus Nord N30 SE is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (33W vs 30W).
Larger display: 6.72" vs 6.1"
More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB · Lighter: 182 g vs 193 g (11 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: OnePlus Nord N30 SE or Xperia 5 V?
The Xperia 5 V is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (182 g vs 193 g) and newer Bluetooth (5.4 vs 5.3). The OnePlus Nord N30 SE is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (33W vs 30W). BeastScore: OnePlus Nord N30 SE 80.0/100, Xperia 5 V 80.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus Nord N30 SE and Xperia 5 V?
OnePlus Nord N30 SE has a 6.72-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xperia 5 V has a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do OnePlus Nord N30 SE and Xperia 5 V compare for speed?
OnePlus Nord N30 SE scores 70/100 for performance; Xperia 5 V scores 80/100.
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