OnePlus Nord N20 SE vs Xiaomi Poco M5 (India): Which One Should You Buy?

OnePlus Nord N20 SE edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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OnePlus · 2022

OnePlus Nord N20 SE

OnePlus Nord N20 SE
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2022

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) wins 1 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

OnePlus Nord N20 SE
OnePlus Nord N20 SE
0 wins
Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
OnePlus Nord N20 SEXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    70
    70
  • CameraTie
    80
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    86
    86
  • DisplayTie
    84
    84
  • ConnectivityXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
    55
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    85
    85
Key differences
  • OnePlus Nord N20 SE charges faster33W vs 18W
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has the bigger screen6.58" vs 6.56"
  • OnePlus Nord N20 SE is lighter187 g vs 201 g
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has more RAM6 GB vs 4 GB
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has the faster chipHelio G99 vs MT6765G Helio G35
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord N20 SE
  • ✓14 g lighter (187 g), easier to hold
  • ✓6.56" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
  • ✓6.58" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationOnePlus Nord N20 SEXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeIPS LCDIPS LCD
Screen Size6.56"6.58"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (267 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (401 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorMT6765G Helio G35 Helio G99
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128 GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera Systemundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 OnePlus Nord N20 SE Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight187 g201 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP52
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
Bluetoothv5.0v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

OnePlus Nord N20 SE wins — BeastScore 79.3/100

After comparing all the specs, OnePlus Nord N20 SE is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Significantly faster wired charging: 33W vs max 18W and Lighter body: 187g (14g lighter in hand).

Buy OnePlus Nord N20 SE if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 33W vs max 18W · Lighter body: 187g (14g lighter in hand)

Buy Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) if you want

More system memory: 6GB RAM vs max 4GB

Common questions

Which is better: OnePlus Nord N20 SE or Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)?

OnePlus Nord N20 SE leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.3/100 compared to Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) (79.3/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 33W vs max 18W and Lighter body: 187g (14g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus Nord N20 SE and Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)?

OnePlus Nord N20 SE has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has a 6.58-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do OnePlus Nord N20 SE and Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) compare for speed?

OnePlus Nord N20 SE scores 70/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) scores 70/100.

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