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Realme 9i vs OnePlus Nord CE 2

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Realme 9i
· 2022

Realme 9i

Price on request
77.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
77.8
Benchmark
Performance72/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100
OnePlus Nord CE 2
· 2022

OnePlus Nord CE 2

$299
78.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.0
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera84/100
Battery78/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Realme 9i:
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+500 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord CE 2:
  • ✓14g lighter chassis (173g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9700 lower launch MSRP ($299 vs $9999)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRealme 9iOnePlus Nord CE 2
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechIPS TFT LCDAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.6"6.43"
Resolution & Density1080x2412 (401 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB8 GB
Internal Storage64GB / 128GB128GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50.1 MP64 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens8 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions164.4 x 75.1 x 8.1 mmN/A
Weight187 g173 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging18W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB Type-C
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$299
Editorial Lab Verdict

OnePlus Nord CE 2 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, OnePlus Nord CE 2 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy Realme 9i:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 18W vs max 0W
When to buy OnePlus Nord CE 2:
Higher overall BeastScore: 78.0 vs top rival 77.8 · Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50.1 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Realme 9i vs OnePlus Nord CE 2

Which phone is better: Realme 9i or OnePlus Nord CE 2?

OnePlus Nord CE 2 leads with an overall BeastScore of 78.0/100 compared to Realme 9i (77.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 78.0 vs top rival 77.8 and Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50.1 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Realme 9i and OnePlus Nord CE 2?

Realme 9i is equipped with a 6.6-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while OnePlus Nord CE 2 features a 6.43-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Realme 9i and OnePlus Nord CE 2?

In lab hardware evaluations, Realme 9i scores 84/100 in camera performance, while OnePlus Nord CE 2 scores 84/100.

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