OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
#1638
Realme 9 5G Speed
#1146Category Breakdown
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
Realme 9 5G Speed
Performance
83.486.6
Camera
28.466.6
Display
80.381.8
Battery
33.733.7
Build
80.472.9
Connectivity
84.977.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
56.462.5
Summary
- The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G features a 6.59-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the Realme 9 5G Speed has a slightly larger 6.6-inch IPS LCD with a 144Hz refresh rate, offering smoother visuals.
- In terms of performance, the Nord CE 2 Lite is powered by the Snapdragon 695, whereas the Realme 9 utilizes the more powerful Snapdragon 778G, enhancing overall processing capabilities.
- The Nord CE 2 Lite's rear camera setup includes a 64 MP main sensor, while the Realme 9 has a 48 MP main sensor but supports 4K video recording, providing better video options.
- Both devices have a 5000 mAh battery, but the Nord CE 2 Lite supports 33W charging compared to the Realme's 30W.
- For software, the Nord CE 2 Lite runs on Android 12 with OxygenOS 13, while the Realme 9 starts with Android 11 and is upgradable to Android 12 with Realme UI 3.0.
- Build quality is similar, with both having plastic backs, but the Realme 9 features Panda Glass on the front for added durability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
Realme 9 5G Speed
General
Release Date
2022, April 28
2022, March 10
Announced
2022, April 28
2022, March 10
Description
N/A
Also known as Realme 9 5G Speed Edition, Realme 9 5G SE
Display
Size
6.59"
6.6"
Type
IPS LCD, 120Hz
IPS LCD, 144Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)
Resolution
1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI
1080
1080
Refresh Rate
120Hz
144Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Panda Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU
Adreno 619
Adreno 642L
Memory
128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.0µm
16 MP, f/2.1, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm
Front Camera Features
HDR
HDR, panorama
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging Details
33W wired
30W wired, 50% in 25 min
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
164.3 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm (6.47 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
164.4 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm (6.47 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight
195 g
199 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Glass front (Panda Glass), plastic back
Colors
Black Dusk, Blue Tide
Starry Glow, Azure Glow
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.19 W/kg (head) 0.71 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
HSPA, LTE, 5G
5G
✓
✓
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC
✓
✗
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13
Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass