OnePlus Nord 5 vs Poco F7 5G: The Mid-Range Flagship Showdown

India’s mid-range smartphone segment is heating up with the arrival of OnePlus Nord 5, launched on July 8, and the Poco F7 5G, which debuted in June 2025. Both phones bring premium design, powerful specs, and AI-driven features—offering flagship-like experiences at sub-₹40,000 prices. Here’s a detailed spec-by-spec comparison:

Pricing & Variants

• OnePlus Nord 5 starts at ₹31,999 (8GB + 128GB), with 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB variants priced at ₹34,999 and ₹37,999 respectively. It’s available in Dry Ice, Marble Sands, and Phantom Grey.

• Poco F7 5G is priced more aggressively: ₹31,999 (12GB + 256GB) and ₹33,999 (12GB + 512GB). Available colors include Cyber Silver Edition, Frost White, and Phantom Black.

Display & Build

• Both phones feature 6.83-inch AMOLED displays.

• OnePlus Nord 5 offers 144Hz refresh rate, 1,800 nits peak brightness, and IP65 water resistance.

• Poco F7 5G delivers 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 3,200 nits brightness, Gorilla Glass 7i, and a rugged build with IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings.

Performance & Software

• Nord 5 is powered by Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while Poco F7 5G steps ahead with the newer Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.

• Both use LPDDR5X RAM and UFS storage, running Android 15.

• Nord 5 features OxygenOS 15, while Poco F7 5G runs HyperOS 2.0.

• Poco offers a clear edge in software support: 4 years of Android updates and 6 years of security patches, compared to OnePlus.

Camera Comparison

• Both devices come with 50MP main cameras + 8MP ultrawide.

• OnePlus Nord 5 features a Sony LYT-700 sensor with OIS and a high-res 50MP front camera.

• Poco F7 5G uses the Sony IMX882 and offers a 20MP front camera. OnePlus has an edge for selfie lovers.

Battery & Charging

• Poco F7 5G packs a larger 7,550mAh battery, 90W fast charging, and 22.5W reverse charging.

• Nord 5 includes a 6,800mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC charging.

• Poco adds value with 3D IceLoop cooling and AI thermal management—features not present in the Nord 5.

Connectivity & Extras

• Both support 5G, NFC, GPS, and USB Type-C.

• Poco F7 5G includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0.

• Nord 5 has Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and includes extras like an IR blaster and a customizable Plus Key.

Verdict

Both phones deliver excellent performance and features under ₹40,000.

• OnePlus Nord 5 stands out with a smoother display, standout selfie camera, and practical extras like IR blaster.

• Poco F7 5G, however, emerges stronger on paper—with a newer chipset, brighter and more durable display, larger battery, faster charging, and extended software support, making it a more future-ready choice.