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OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)

Side by side comparison between OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S25 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 X OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB) 08Points
6.59"
IPS

1080x2412

64
MP

16mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
28Points Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB) Compare OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite X
6.2"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

12mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)} 8 Advantages OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB) vs Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)} 28 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+1080x2412 pixels3%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x2340 pixels
+6.59"6%
Larger screen
vs6.2"
+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/1.8 (aperture)
+(front) 16MP33%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 12MP
+5000 mAh25%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs4000 mAh
+33W32%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs25W
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (6nm)vs+4.47GHz 64bit Octa-core (3nm)126%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
8GB LPDDR4Xvs+12GB LPDDR5X50%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
128GB (101GB available)vs+256GB (223GB available)121%
More internal storage for applications and files
UFS 2.2vs+UFS 4.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
195 grams (6.83 ounces)vs+162 grams (5.67 ounces)20%
Lighter
8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)vs+7.2 millimeters (0.28 inches)18%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT IPS LCDvs+LTPO AMOLEDAdvantage
LTPO AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
401 PPIvs+416 PPI4%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(triple camera) 64MP + 2MP + 2MPvs+(triple camera) 50MP + 10MP + 12MP6%
Higher resolution main camera
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Full HD (1920x1080)vs+8K UHD (7680x4320)15 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 13vs+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbpsvs+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps50%
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Mono sound (not stereo)vs+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
5.2 + A2DP/LEvs+5.4 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.4 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Govs+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass Victus 2Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

23 Common items in both devices
120Hz
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
BSI sensor
HDR photo on both cameras / HDR photo/video and HDR photo on front camera
5G SA/NSA / 5G Sub6
+16 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
ModelNord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Other model namesOnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (128GB+8GB RAM)Galaxy S25 SM-S931B/Dual-SIM
Country or region availableIndia
India
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandOnePlusSamsung
Release date4/30/2022, Announced: 4/28/20222/3/2025, Announced: 1/22/2025
Depth8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)7.2 millimeters (0.28 inches)
Size (width x height)75.6 x 164.3 millimeters (2.98 x 6.47 in)70.5 x 146.9 millimeters (2.78 x 5.78 in)
Weight195 grams (6.83 ounces)162 grams (5.67 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDLTPO AMOLED
Screen size6.59" inches6.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84.1% (screen-to-body ratio)~91.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2412 pixels (20:9)1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)401 PPI416 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass Victus 2
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Display featuresSupport sRGB
Display P3
2600nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
System versionAndroid 12Android 15
Firmware updateAndroid 13feature not registered
User InterfaceOxygenOS 12 / 13One UI 7.0

⚙️ Processor

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) (6nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (SM8750-AB) (3nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.2GHz Kryo 660 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.7GHz Kryo 660 Silver (Hexa-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 4.47GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L (Dual-core)
6x 3.53GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 619 (840MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 830 (1100MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 406221 (v9)AnTuTu: 2193701 (v10)
Geekbench: 10050 (v6)

💽 Memory and storage

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X12GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage128GB (101GB available)
UFS 2.2
256GB (223GB available)
UFS 4.0
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps3000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat15
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
India version:
LTE (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 19, 28)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18 , 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkGlobal version:
SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)
India version:
SA/NSA (1, 28, 41, 77, 78)
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat15
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
India version:
LTE (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 19, 28)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18 , 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6

📷 Camera

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
64 megapixels
2MP depth f/2.4
2MP macro f/2.4
(triple camera)
50 megapixels
10MP telephoto f/2.467mm1/3.94"1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.213mm120°1/2.55"1.4µmSuper-Steady
Main camera resolution10120x6328 pixels8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps8K UHD (7680x4320) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)24mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.56" inches
Pixel size0.7µm pixel1µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video and HDR photo on front camera
Camera extras1080p@30fps
720p@120fps (slow motion)
Sony IMX471 sensor
8K@24/30fps
4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60/240fps
10-bit HDR10+

📸 Front camera

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Front camera (secondary)16 megapixels12 megapixels
Front camera resolution4608x3456 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor size1/3" inches1/3.2" inches
Pixel size1µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Stereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Tuned by AKG
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more3 microphones
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE5.4 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh4000 mAh
Charger, watts33W (11V/3A) Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
25W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supported15W Qi wireless charging
45W Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black Dusk, Blue Tide• Colors: Blue Black, Icy Blue, Mint, Navy, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold, Coral Red
• Samsung DeX
• Samsung Wireless DeX

☢️ Radiation rate

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite (128GB/8GB)Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered1.294W/kg (head), 1.363W/kg (body)
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