OnePlus Nord N30 SE vs ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition: Which One Should You Buy?
OnePlus Nord N30 SE edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
OnePlus Nord N30 SE wins 4 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.


Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition7080
- CameraZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition8084
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryOnePlus Nord N30 SE8670
- DisplayOnePlus Nord N30 SE8986
- ConnectivityOnePlus Nord N30 SE6555
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueOnePlus Nord N30 SE8568
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE charges faster33W vs 30W
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE has the bigger screen6.72" vs 5.9"
- ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition is lighter169 g vs 193 g
- OnePlus Nord N30 SE has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
- ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄OnePlus Nord N30 SE wins — BeastScore 80.0/100
The OnePlus Nord N30 SE is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and faster charging (33W vs 30W). The ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 193 g).
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.72" vs 5.9"
More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB · Lighter: 169 g vs 193 g (24 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: OnePlus Nord N30 SE or ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition?
The OnePlus Nord N30 SE is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and faster charging (33W vs 30W). The ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 193 g). BeastScore: OnePlus Nord N30 SE 80.0/100, ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition 79.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus Nord N30 SE and ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition?
OnePlus Nord N30 SE has a 6.72-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition has a 5.9-inch display and 4000 mAh battery.
How do OnePlus Nord N30 SE and ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition compare for speed?
OnePlus Nord N30 SE scores 70/100 for performance; ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition scores 80/100.
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