OnePlus 11R vs OnePlus Nord 3
Compare OnePlus 11R vs OnePlus Nord 3 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) vs MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm), 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs…
OnePlus
11R
$499
3categories won
OnePlus
Nord 3
$449
3categories won
15 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
OnePlus 11R takes the overall win
The OnePlus 11R claims the overall win over the OnePlus Nord 3, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the 11R. Choose the 11R if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Nord 3 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
11R wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) and smooth everyday multitasking.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
Nord 3 wins on budget and value at $449 compared to $499.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
11R vs Nord 3: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 11R | Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.74" | 6.74" |
| Resolution | 1240 x 2772 | 1240 x 2772 |
| Pixel density | 451 ppi | 451 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1450 nits | 1450 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 11R | Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm) |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | 3,200,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10800 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | 11R | Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 11R | Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 80 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 25 W |
Design
| Specification | 11R | Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 204 g | 193 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.7 mm | 8.15 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 back, plastic frame, Asahi Glass AGC front | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 back, plastic frame, Dragontrail front glass |
Software and support
| Specification | 11R | Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (OxygenOS 15) | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (OxygenOS 15) |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 11R | Nord 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499 | $449Winner |
OnePlus 11R
The OnePlus 11R revived the true flagship-killer ethos by combining the flagship TSMC Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, Sony IMX890 50MP OIS camera, blazing 100W SuperVOOC fast charging, and signature Alert Slider.
- Display
- 6.74"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
OnePlus Nord 3
The OnePlus Nord 3 delivered true flagship tier hardware to the mid-range with MediaTek’s 4nm Dimensity 9000 processor, a flat 1.5K Super Fluid AMOLED screen, Sony IMX890 OIS camera, and 80W SuperVOOC.
- Display
- 6.74"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh