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Xiaomi 12 vs OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

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

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Xiaomi · 2021

Xiaomi 12

Xiaomi 12
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$749 USD
OnePlus

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Xiaomi 12 BETTER THAN OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

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Xiaomi 12Winner 🏆
OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXiaomi 12OnePlus NordLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,200 mAh+5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67WStandard67W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.28"6.77"6.77"
Chassis Weight179gN/A179g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12:
  • ✓820g lighter chassis (179g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9250 lower launch MSRP ($749 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord CE5 5G:
  • ✓Larger 5,200 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.77" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi 12OnePlus Nord CE5 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 OnePlus Nord CE5 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.28"6.77"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (419 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,100 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Dimensity 8350 Apex
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX76650 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom5 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.4N/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 Lens32 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi 12 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mmN/A
Weight179 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus Nord CE5 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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 Price$749Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Xiaomi 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xiaomi 12 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 12:
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W
When to buy OnePlus Nord CE5 5G:
Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+700 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12 vs OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12 or OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

Xiaomi 12 leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.2/100 compared to OnePlus Nord CE5 5G (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12 and OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

Xiaomi 12 is equipped with a 6.28-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while OnePlus Nord CE5 5G features a 6.77-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12 and OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 12 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while OnePlus Nord CE5 5G scores 80/100.

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