vivo Y78+ vs OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster 67W charging and potentially better camera software optimization. While both share the same Snapdragon 695 chipset, OnePlus's charging advantage makes it a more practical daily driver for many users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | vivo Y78+ | OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1x | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2023, April 24 | 2023, April 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, April 26 | Available. Released 2023, April 11 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 164.3 x 74.8 x 7.9 mm (6.47 x 2.94 x 0.31 in) | 165.5 x 76 x 8.3 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 177 g (6.24 oz) | 195 g (6.88 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~391 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.72 inches, 109.6 cm2 (~87.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, 1300 nits (peak) | IPS LCD, 120Hz, 550 nits (typ), 680 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS Auxiliary lens | - |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | - | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | - | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1) | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 44W wired | 67W wired, 80% in 30 min |
| Type | 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Blue, Gold | Pastel Lime, Chromatic Gray |
| Models | V2271A | CPH2467, CPH2465 |
| Price | About 210 EUR | £ 169.98 / € 209.99 |
| SAR | - | 1.17 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 412006 (v9) GeekBench: 2052 (v5) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
vivo Y78+
- Potentially better display (pending confirmation)
- Sleek design
- Good value for money
- Slower charging (44W)
- Funtouch OS may not be preferred by all
- Camera performance potentially behind Nord CE 3 Lite
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite
- Blazing-fast 67W charging
- OxygenOS software experience
- Potentially better camera software
- Likely better front-facing camera
- Design may be less premium
- Display panel type unknown (could be IPS)
- Performance may be slightly impacted by software bloat (though OxygenOS is generally clean)
Display Comparison
Both phones likely feature similar 6.7-inch FHD+ displays, but the panel technology (AMOLED vs. IPS) and refresh rate are crucial differentiators. The Nord CE 3 Lite *may* have a slightly brighter display. We'll need to confirm the specific panel types for a definitive comparison.
Camera Comparison
While both phones likely feature a 50MP main camera, the image processing algorithms and additional lenses (ultrawide, macro) will determine the final image quality. OnePlus often excels in camera software, offering more features and better dynamic range. The Nord CE 3 Lite likely has a better front-facing camera.
Performance
Powered by the same Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, expect similar performance in everyday tasks and moderate gaming. However, software optimization plays a significant role. OnePlus's OxygenOS is generally known for its smoother performance and faster updates compared to vivo's Funtouch OS. RAM and storage configurations will also impact overall responsiveness.
Battery Life
This is where the Nord CE 3 Lite shines. Its 67W charging is a game-changer, allowing for incredibly fast top-ups. The vivo Y78+'s 44W charging is still respectable, but significantly slower. Both likely have a similar battery capacity (around 5000mAh), so charging speed is the key differentiator.
Buying Guide
The vivo Y78+ is a good choice for users prioritizing a potentially better display (assuming it has a higher refresh rate or better color accuracy, which isn't explicitly stated) and a slightly more refined design. The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite is ideal for those who value fast charging above all else and appreciate OnePlus's OxygenOS software experience.