OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5Gvsrealme C33

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

OnePlus
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The standout feature of OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G is its impressive battery life and fast charging capabilities.
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G boasts a solid display that shines, especially in low-light conditions perfectly.
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G's camera delivers impressive performance, particularly in low-light conditions and vibrant color capture.
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G delivers smooth everyday usability despite a non-powerhouse processor and adequate storage.
realme
realme C33
C33
Processor:Unisoc Tiger T612
RAM:3GB
Storage:32GB

Quick Stats

The Realme C33 lags behind its competitors, particularly in battery life performance, with notable power drain issues.
The Realme C33's display maintains a more natural tone with minimal bezels and balanced color accuracy overall.
The Realme C33's primary camera excels with sharpness and texture capture, particularly in bright lighting conditions overall.
The Realme C33 delivers decent performance, but lags behind its competitor in terms of processing power significantly.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
2.20 GHz
realme C33
1.80 GHz

RAM

Winner
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
8GB
realme C33
3GB

Storage

Winner
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
128GB
realme C33
32GB

Weight

Winner
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
195g
realme C33
187g
Rank
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
Winner
#418
realme C33
#811
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
#371
Winner
realme C33
#809
Design
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
#721
Winner
realme C33
#836
Display
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
#501
Winner
realme C33
#830
Performance
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
#523
Winner
realme C33
#773
Battery
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
#383
Winner
realme C33
#807
Camera
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
#155
Winner
realme C33
#785
item_phones_categoryId
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
#1
Tie
realme C33
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
OnePlus OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G
realme realme C33
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375)
Unisoc Tiger T612
CPU
2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold +6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver
2 x ARM Cortex, A75 1.8Ghz + 6 x ARM Cortex, A55 1.8Ghz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
12
Frequency
2.20
1.80
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 619
Mali-G57 MP1
RAM
8
3
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
32
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
UFS Storage 2.2
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
No
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
N/A
Antutu Score
402916
221253
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 69% of devices
Overall performance better than 57% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G

Strengths

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G has a reliable camera with good performance in ideal lighting conditions, low light, and indoor settings.
The phone's design is elegant and classy, with a mirror-like glass-ish texture and a chromatic gray color scheme.
The device offers smooth performance, making it perfect for everyday use such as opening applications, editing social media, streaming, etc.
Oxygen OS 13.1 is light and easy to use, without any drama or stress, even with the mid-range Snapdragon 695 processor.
The phone has a good storage capacity of 256 GB, expandable via Micro SD card, with no bloatware.

Weaknesses

There's a tendency for over-sharpening in ideal lighting conditions and harsh lighting conditions can lead to over-saturation.
Low light performance is limited by the hardware, although it still manages to retain details digitally minimize noise and maximize available light.
The glass-like finish collects dust, dirt, and fingerprints, requiring occasional wiping down.
The design may look similar to other BBK group phones
The phone's processor is an incremental upgrade from its predecessor, with some users expecting a more significant upgrade

realme C33

Strengths

Realme C33 has a big advancement in photography sector with a 50 megapixel sensor that surpasses the 13 megapixel camera on the Vivo Y16.
It produces possible images thanks to its 50 megapixel camera and does not disclose a lot of surrounding light.
Realme C33 can provide less shaky capture, with color provided by Realme being more colorful compared to the Vivo Y16.
The phone has a Unisoc Tiger T612 processor which provides decent gaming performance in FPS or MOBA games.
It supports Android 12 and has a massive 5000mAh battery with the same 10 watts fast charging as the Vivo Y16.
Realme C33 is more affordable than the Vivo Y16, costing 7499 pesos compared to the Vivo's 8499 pesos price tag.
The phone offers features and performance that are superior to what is often anticipated for an entry-level device.

Weaknesses

Realme C33's micro USB charging port is slower than the standard fast charging used by many other devices in 2022.
It lacks protection on its back panel, making it less durable compared to the Vivo Y16.
The phone's display can be prone to fingerprint smudges due to its glossy finish.
Realme C33's performance and benchmark testing results were slightly lower than the Vivo Y16's mediatek Helio P35 chipset.
The phone's Sim tray is located at the top frame of the device, which may not be as convenient for some users.
The camera can struggle to capture images in bright light conditions, although it does well in dimmer lighting.
The phone took 2 hours and 52 minutes to fully drain its battery during gaming session, which is slower than the Vivo Y16's 2 hours and 36 minutes.
Read Full Reviews

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G boasts an impressive feature set at its price point of 14,990 pesos. With the newly released 108MP Samsung HM6 sensor, smooth performance courtesy of the Snapdragon 695 processor, and sleek design, this mid-ranger offers a lot to consider. Our review will delve into three key aspects: the camera's capabilities in various lighting conditions, the phone's stylish aesthetic, and its fluid user experience through Oxygen OS. We'll examine whether the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G strikes a perfect balance between price, performance, and features.

realme C33

In the realm of budget-friendly smartphones, two new contenders have emerged: the Vivo Y16 and the Realme C33. Both devices offer impressive features at an affordable price point, making them ideal options for entry-level smartphone enthusiasts. This review will delve into a detailed comparison of these two phones, examining their design, display, camera capabilities, performance, and battery life to determine which one stands out as the superior device.

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