The prices are almost identical. The OnePlus is noticeably faster, the Redmi lasts longer and is better protected.
Short answer
OnePlus Nord CE5 - Dimensity 8350 Apex, 80 W, lighter (199 g). Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G - 8340 mAh, IP66/68/69/69K, a 1280p screen.
Key differences
| Spec | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 |
| Display | 6.77", AMOLED, 1080×2392, 120 Hz | 6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB | 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 12/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP + 8 MP |
| Front | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8340 mAh |
| Charging | 80 W | 67 W |
| Protection | IP65 | IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K |
| Thickness / weight | 199 g | 8.6 mm / 223 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Performance
MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex and Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4. The Dimensity 8350 Apex is a class above.
Battery
8340 vs 5200 mAh in favour of the Redmi.
Protection
IP69K on the Redmi vs IP65 on the OnePlus.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Speed and charging - OnePlus Nord CE5.
- Battery life and protection - Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G.
FAQ
What charging does the OnePlus have?
80 W.
What battery does the Redmi have?
8340 mAh.
Which is cheaper?
The OnePlus Nord CE5, by a hair.